Pricing for Immigration
Immigration fees
We aim to have a transparent fee structure for all our immigration matters, so that you can remain in control of funding. We offer a wide range of services and payment options to suit your needs. Once we have initially reviewed your matter you will be given an accurate quote which reflects the nature, complexity, and urgency of your matter.
Our fees are mainly calculated using an hourly rate, which is set according to our fee earners’ knowledge and experience. In some instances, we are able to agree a fixed fee with you so that your matter can be dealt with in the most cost effective manner. Our current hourly rates range from £150 to £373 plus VAT. (Depending on the fee earners grade and hourly rate). All figures in relation to hourly rates exclude VAT unless specifically stated.
The exact number of hours it will take depends on the circumstances in your case. Such as:
1. The amount of supporting evidence that we need to consider
2. Which language(s) you speak
3. Whether you are applying with other dependants
If you can provide sufficient evidence at our first meeting and clearly meet the applicable Immigration Rules, this is likely to help keep costs to a minimum.
Our quoted fees would include:
1. considering documents
2. attending on the client
3. taking their instructions and providing advice
4. preparing and submitting the application
5. advising the client on timelines and the outcome of their application
What services are included
The work will involve:
1. Discussing your circumstances in detail and confirming whether this is the most appropriate application for you to make and what other options may be available to you;
2. Giving you advice about the requirements of the Immigration Rules and whether you meet the criteria.
3. If you do not fulfil certain criteria, whether this can be overcome and how;
4. Considering the supporting evidence you have provided
5. Where necessary, helping you obtain further evidence (such as medical records and bank statements), including taking statements of any witnesses;
6. Preparing your application and submitting it on your behalf
7. Attendance at a Home Office interview: if the Home Office ask you to attend an interview, we will give you clear advice (and discuss the possibility of us attending with you) at the appropriate time.
8. giving you advice about the outcome of the application and any further steps you need to take.
*the amount of hours depends on the number of documents, whether they need to be translated, whether anything is missing and how long it will take to obtain the missing documents whether you require representation at home office interview or submission of your application in person.
Disbursements:
The costs quoted here do not include disbursements, which may become necessary
Disbursements are costs related to your matter that are payable to third parties, such as visa fees, etc. We handle the payment of the disbursements on your behalf to ensure a smoother process.
Some other disbursements which may be applicable to your case are:
1. Immigration Health Surcharge (HIS) is mandatory in most applications ( Unless your application is exempt from having to pay IHS)
2. Interpreters fees
3. Translation fees
4. Independent expert reports e.g. medical experts. These are not required in many cases: We will let you know as soon as possible if we consider an expert report to be necessary and their fee estimate.
5. If there is an interview and you would like us to attend, there will be additional costs and disbursements in respect of our mileage/travel expenses.
6. GP/ hospital fees to provide your medical records.
7. Home office fees to provide your records (if any)
The costs quoted here do not include:
1. Any Home Office fees for making the application. You will pay this to the Home Office directly as part of the application process.
2. Where the Home Office refuse your application, advice, and assistance in relation to any appeal, review or reconsideration.
How long will my application take?
We cannot guarantee how long the Home Office will take to process your application. You may find it useful to read the Home Office’s current processing times.
We will normally be able to submit an application within 2 -3 weeks of you providing us with full instructions, information documents, fees and disbursements. We will let you know at the earliest opportunity if it is likely to take longer than this.
Please note the anticipated number of hours and fees are an estimate based on the facts above. All applications are likely to vary and of course, we can give you a more accurate estimate once we have further details about your specific case.
We have set out below more information on some of the mainstream applications that we undertake. The guide envisages us providing an office-based service and excludes in person attendance at Home Office premium appointments or interviews. We are happy to discuss in greater detail the steps likely to be taken, and timescales, or to provide a bespoke quote.
| Our fee range (exc. VAT) depending on complexity and seniority of lawyer | Home Office fees, IHS or Court fees (per applicant) | Other disbursements | |
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One Off Consultation or Application Check |
£400 – £600 |
None |
Usually none, unless professional interpreting or further expert opinion needed |
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EEA applications
(e.g. Registration Certificate, Permanent Residence or Family Members) |
£750 – £3,000 |
£65 Home Office fee ( or as applicable at the time of application) |
Common disbursements which may apply, depending on your circumstances:
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Citizenship
(Naturalisation or Registration)
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£1050 – £3,000 |
The most common fees are:
£1,330 Naturalisation
£1,012 Child Registration (or as applicable at the time of your application)
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Interpreting usually estimated at £20-50 per hour for interpreting, £12 per hour for travel and expenses |
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Spouse, partner’s Fiancé’s or parent applications (Leave to remain)
(in-country or from abroad)
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£1,200 – £4,800 |
In country: £1,033 plus IHS[ii]
From overseas: £1,523 plus IHS(or as applicable at the time of your application)
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Detailed expert reports from medical specialists, social workers or country experts – fees may var |
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Student or work experience visa |
£1200 - £2400 |
(As applicable at the time of your application). Please refer to home office immigration and nationality fees policy paper and HIS guidelines
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Visit Visas (Tourism or visiting friends /family) |
£1200 - £1800 |
(As applicable at the time of your application). Please refer to home office immigration and nationality fees policy paper and HIS guidelines |
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Dependent relative or family reunion application |
£1400 - £2500 |
(As applicable at the time of your application). Please refer to home office immigration and nationality fees policy paper and HIS guidelines |
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Ancestry visas |
£2000 - £4000 |
(As applicable at the time of your application). Please refer to home office immigration and nationality fees policy paper and HIS guidelines |
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Indefinite Leave to Remain applications
(e.g. on basis of Long Residence, family relationships, or other routes – in-country only)
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£1,400 – ,3800 |
£2,404(or as applicable at the time of your application) |
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Points Based System applications for work, business
(in-country or from abroad)
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Start-up: £ 2,000-£6000
Innovator: £2400 - £8000.
Skilled worker: £1,400 – £4,800
Sponsors licence: £2000 - £4000
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Home Office fees vary depending on your application category
IHS fee
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Appeals or administrative review |
Appeal: £3,000 – £6,000
Admin review: £1200 - 1800 |
Home Office fees vary depending on your application category
IHS fee
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Deportation |
Initial stage including representations and evidence gathering: £1,500 – £2,000
FTT deportation/bail appeal: £2000– £3000 |
Court fee for FTT: £140( or as applicable at the time of your appeal) |
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Judicial Reviews |
We have significant expertise and experience in litigating judicial reviews – please get in touch for a flexible and reasonable quote |
Initial court fee: £154 (or as applicable at the relevant time)
Later court fees may apply depending on how far your case proceeds. Court fees may increase at the time of application.
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Asylum Applications and Appeals |
We have significant expertise and experience in asylum applications and appeals – please get in touch for a flexible and reasonable quote |
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1. Statelessness Visa Applications |
We have significant expertise and experience in asylum applications and appeals – please get in touch for a flexible and reasonable quote |
(As applicable at the time of your application). Please refer to home office immigration and nationality fees policy paper and HIS guidelines |
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2. Human Rights or Private Life Applications |
We have significant expertise and experience in asylum applications and appeals – please get in touch for a flexible and reasonable quote |
(As applicable at the time of your application). Please refer to home office immigration and nationality fees policy paper and HIS guidelines |
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3. Reconsideration and Legacy Requests |
We have significant expertise and experience in asylum applications and appeals – please get in touch for a flexible and reasonable quote |
(As applicable at the time of your application). Please refer to home office immigration and nationality fees policy paper and HIS guidelines |
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Business Immigration |
We have significant expertise and experience in asylum applications and appeals – please get in touch for a flexible and reasonable quote |
(As applicable at the time of your application). Please refer to home office immigration and nationality fees policy paper and HIS guidelines |
VAT
Above rates are exclusive of VAT this is charged at 20% (if applicable)
Fee earner category and applicable rates (per hour):
Solicitor with over 8 years experience: £373
Partner, Solicitors and legal executives with over 4 years’ experience: £289
Solicitors with 3 years + experience: £260
Solicitors with less than 3 years experience: £230
Trainees and paralegal: £ 150
All fee earning members are subject to supervision
Our fees mentioned above are for one application only and does not include disbursements which may be incurred or become necessary. Furthermore, this does not include home office fees, IHS, court fees, application fees, third party fees and any other necessary expenses. In addition, if your matter proceeds further and becomes more complex then we may revise and increase our quote.
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