Answers to the most common questions from clients and attorneys about this evaluation.
Schedule an eval →Immigration psychological evaluations typically cost between $800 and $2,500. The exact price depends on case complexity, turnaround time, the evaluator's credentials and experience, and whether additional psychological testing is required. VAWA, U-visa, and asylum cases involving extensive trauma histories tend to fall on the higher end of this range.
In most cases, health insurance does not cover immigration psychological evaluations because they are considered forensic or legal services rather than medical treatment. These evaluations are performed for legal purposes and are not billed as mental health therapy. Some evaluators offer payment plans or sliding scale fees to make evaluations more accessible.
Lower-cost evaluations may cut corners on clinical interview time, use fewer validated psychological instruments, or be conducted by evaluators with limited immigration case experience. A thorough evaluation requires 2-3 hours of clinical interviewing, administration and scoring of standardized tests, and 10-20+ hours of report writing. The cost reflects the expertise and time required to produce a report that holds up in immigration court.
Key questions include: How many immigration evaluations have you completed? What types of cases (VAWA, asylum, hardship waivers)? What psychological tests do you use? What is your turnaround time? Will you testify in court if needed? What is included in the fee? Do you offer payment plans? Are you licensed in the relevant state? A qualified evaluator will answer these questions directly and without hesitation.
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