New USCIS Fees to Fund Asylum Program: Impact on Businesses and American Economy The DHS introduced controversial new fees at the start of 2023 to fund the asylum program. On Jan 3, they released 500 pages of proposed rules that include a list of increased fees and a $600 asylum fee added to worker visa applications. This change is expected to affect businesses seeking temporary and permanent visas negatively. USCIS, the agency that handles immigration... (6 views)