Eligible residents must fill out U.S. Citizenship and Immigration forms that require a total of $680 in fees. For many qualified immigrants, the dream of U.S. citizenship is priceless — but the reality unaffordable, say some advocates.Citizenship application fees have spiked to $595 in the past 15 years, up a staggering $500 since 1997.But that’s not the bottom line for would-be Americans: With fingerprint costs, the current total is a whopping $680. study found this as a 'major barrier.'. For many qualified immigrants, the dream of U.S. citizenship is priceless — but the reality unaffordable, say some advocates. Citizenship application fees have spiked to $595 in the past 15 years, up a staggering $500 since 1997.