15/01/2026
📌 INM 2026 Government Fees – 50% Discount Explained
You might have heard about a 50% discount on government fees, and it certainly sounds attractive considering the recent increase in 2026 fees.
But how does it work?
Here’s what we have learned so far:
🔹 The 50% discount is not automatic and is not granted by default.
Even when applying through family ties, several factors are reviewed to determine eligibility. Ultimately, the final decision rests with the immigration authority handling each application.
🔹 Cases with better chances of receiving the 50% fee:
• Change of status through family ties, which are always supported by marriage or birth certificates, duly apostilled and officially translated.
🔹 Applications with a possibility, but less straightforward:
• Canjes or renewal when the stay was authorized based on family unity.
• These types of applications do not usually require certificates; however, in order to request the discount, certificates must be included (apostilled and translated).
• Including certificates in applications where they were not originally required may involve additional validations and can result in longer processing times.
ℹ️ Important:
Eligibility depends on the specific circumstances of each case, and criteria may vary between INM offices.
📩 For case-specific guidance, personalized advice is always recommended.
