International trade · 30/01/1998Updated: 10/17/2026 · 1 min read
U.S. Department of State to Implement New Consular Service Fees on February 1, 1998
Summary
The U.S. Department of State will begin charging new fees for consular services on February 1, 1998, with the goal of recovering the costs of these services through user fees. The changes include adjustments to existing fees and the introduction of a new processing fee for diversity visa applicants.