KNOW THE REAL COST
How Much Does a Marriage Green Card Actually Cost?
USCIS filing fees are fixed. SmartFile adds a flat $699 platform fee for forms, evidence, and filing order. Lawyer fees are usually much higher.
Know the total cost before you commit. No upsells.
Most couples complete in 2–3 sessions.
Part 1
USCIS Government Filing Fees
Fixed by USCIS and required regardless of how you file.
~$2,115 Minimum. Varies by forms filed.
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Part 2
Medical Exam & Outside Costs
Usually paid to a civil surgeon or directly to a provider.
$200–$500
Part 3
SmartFile Platform Fee
Forms, evidence, and supportive documentation for a flat fee.
$699
Spouse green card cost
Filing for your spouse's green card usually includes USCIS filing fees, the medical exam, and any help you choose to use. SmartFile is a flat $699 platform fee. USCIS fees and medical costs are separate.
How much you save compared with hiring a lawyer
Compare the SmartFile platform fee with typical immigration lawyer fees.
SmartFile
$699
Flat fee. No upsells.
Typical Immigration Lawyer
$4,000–$10,000
Average range, plus potential extra costs
If your case involves prior denials, criminal record, or other complications, a lawyer may still be the better fit.
What the $699 includes — and what it doesn't
No surprises. No hidden fees. Here is exactly what you get.
Included
Forms prepared from one set of answers
Evidence prepared from your uploads
Documents many couples miss or do not realize are required
Packet assembled in the exact order USCIS expects
Filing instructions specific to your case, not a generic guide
Triple Guarantee
Not included
USCIS filing fees (~$2,115+, varies by forms filed)
Medical exam fee
Lawyer services
Legal advice or representation
Complex or unusual case handling
Real customer.
Real USCIS approval.
I was quoted $6,500 by a lawyer. SmartFile helped me file everything myself for a fraction of the cost. My case was approved.
- Andres T.
*Individual timelines and outcomes vary.
Most software companies stop at a refund. We cover what comes after.
Your Triple Guarantee
If a documented SmartFile error causes USCIS to reject your filing, we do more than refund your fee.
If a documented SmartFile error directly causes a USCIS rejection, we refund your $699.
If SmartFile is not the right fit for your case, we refund you - no questions asked.
If a platform error leads to a denial, we cover the cost of your appeal. You are not alone.