What is included in the Immigration Fees
We aim to provide you with a clear and transparent understanding of what is included when you work with our law firm. Below is an overview of the key elements typically covered in our legal fees:
Consultation and Advice
- An initial consultation will be scheduled to discuss your case in detail, understand your specific needs and concerns, and provide tailored legal advice.
Case Assessment and Strategy
- Our experienced team will conduct a thorough assessment of your case, reviewing relevant documents, evidence, and applicable laws.
- Based on our analysis, we will develop a comprehensive legal strategy to address your matter effectively and achieve the best possible outcome.
Document Preparation and Review
- We will prepare and review all necessary legal documents, including applications, petitions, contracts, agreements, or pleadings.
- Our team ensures that your documents are accurate, complete, and compliant with the relevant laws to safeguard your interests.
Communication and Correspondence
- We will communicate with relevant parties, including opposing counsel, government agencies, or other stakeholders.
- Our team will draft and respond to letters, emails, and other forms of correspondence to ensure seamless communication throughout your case.
Legal Research and Analysis
- Comprehensive legal research will be conducted to support your case.
- We will apply our findings to provide accurate, effective, and tailored legal advice.
Case Management and Administration
- We will manage your case files, documents, and deadlines efficiently, ensuring all matters are handled on time.
- You will receive regular updates on the progress of your case, and we will maintain open communication channels to address any queries.
Please note: The specific inclusions in our legal fees may vary based on the complexity and nature of your case. We will work closely with you to ensure our services meet your unique needs and objectives.
To maintain transparency, we will provide a detailed fee agreement outlining the services covered by our legal fees and any additional costs or disbursements that may arise.
Fees
As part of the Solicitors Regulation Authority’s (SRA) Transparency Rules, we are pleased to share information regarding fees for immigration-related Home Office applications. This will help you make informed decisions about the costs involved in your matter.
Application Fees
- The Home Office charges different fees based on the type of immigration application, such as visa, settlement, or naturalisation applications.
- Fees depend on your specific circumstances and the application category.
- For updated Home Office Fees, please click here.
Fee Structure
- Home Office fees are subject to change. You can refer to the latest fee schedule on the Home Office website or consult with us for up-to-date information.
- Application fees often include a base fee for the primary applicant and additional fees for dependents.
- Some applications may require payment of the Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS) for access to the National Health Service (NHS) in the UK.
- Please note that Home Office fees are non-refundable, even if the application is unsuccessful.
- Legal Fees In addition to Home Office fees, our professional legal fees are based on the complexity of your case, the services required, and the level of representation.
- A clear breakdown of our legal fees will be provided during the initial consultation or as part of the engagement process.
Disbursements
- Disbursements are additional costs incurred, such as translation services, courier fees, or document authentication. These vary depending on your case requirements.
VAT
- All fees are subject to 20% Value Added Tax (VAT), except for entry clearance applications and applications for illegal entrants and visitors, which are exempt from VAT.
We are committed to transparent and fair pricing for our immigration services. Since each case is unique, we encourage you to schedule an initial consultation to discuss your circumstances and receive a tailored cost estimate.
Should you have any questions about our fees or require further clarification, please feel free to contact our office. We are here to provide guidance and ensure you fully understand the costs associated with your immigration application.
Our Professional Fees
Asylum and Humanitarian Protection
- Asylum Claim: £1,500 to £3,000
- Indefinite Leave to Remain Applications: £1,500 to £3,000
British Citizenship
- Naturalisation as a British Citizen: £1,500 to £3,000
- Registration as a child as a British Citizen – MN1 Application: £1,500 to £3,000
- Registration of a child as a British Citizen who was born in the UK and has lived in the UK for 10 years: £1,500 to £3,000
- Registration as British Citizen by British Protected Person: £1,500 to £3,000
- Registration as British Citizen by BOC: £1,500 to £3,000 as British Citizen by British Protected Person: £1,500 to £3,000
- Registration as British Citizen by British Protected Person: as British Citizen by British Protected Person: £1,500 to £3,000
- British Citizenship as BNO: £1,500 to £3,000
- Registration as British Citizen under The British Nationality (Hong Kong Act) 1997: £1,500 to £3,000
- Registration as a British Citizen by BOTC: £1,500 to £3,000
- Registration as a British Citizen by a Stateless Person: £1,500 to £3,000
- Registration as a British Overseas Territories Citizen if you had previously given up citizenship: £1,500 to £3,000
EU Law Applicant
- Entry Clearance Applications as a Family Member of an EU National: £1,500 to £3,000
- Retaining right of residence as a family member of an EEA National after divorce or death of the EEA National: £1,500 to £3,000
- Pre settlement/settlement for European National: £1,500 to £3,000
- Pre settlement/settlement for non-European National: £1,500 to £3,000
Family of a British Citizen or Settled Person
- Fiancé(e) Visa UK: £1,500 to £3,000
- Proposed Civil Partner Entry Visa UK: £1,500 to £3,000
- Entry Clearance as a Spouse: £1,500 to £3,000
- Switching into Spouse Visa UK: £1,500 to £3,000
- Extension of stay as a spouse: £1,500 to £3,000
- ILR Spouse Visa: £1,500 to £3,000
- Entry Clearance as a Civil Partner: £1,500 to £3,000
- Switching into Civil Partner Visa: £1,500 to £3,000
- Extension of stay as a Civil Partner: £1,500 to £3,000
- ILR Civil Partner: £1,500 to £3,000
- Entry Clearance as an Unmarried Partner: £1,500 to £3,000
- Switching into an Unmarried Partner Visa: £1,500 to £3,000
- ILR Unmarried Partner: £1,500 to £3,000
- ILR Victim of Domestic Violence: £1,500 to £3,000
- ILR Bereaved Partner: £1,500 to £3,000
EU Law Applicant
- Entry Clearance Applications as a Family Member of an EU National: £1,500 to £3,000
- Retaining right of residence as a family member of an EEA National after divorce or death of the EEA National: £1,500 to £3,000
- Pre settlement/settlement for European National: £1,500 to £3,000
- Pre settlement/settlement for non-European National: £1,500 to £3,000
Immigration Appeals and Admin Reviews
- Administrative review against refusal of entry clearance as PBS Migrant: £1,500 to £3,000
- Admin Review against refusal of an in-country refusal by the Home Office: £1,500 to £3,000
- Entry Clearance Appeal: £1,500 to £3,000 + Disbursements (Barrister Costs etc)
- In-Country Immigration appeal: £1,500 to £3,000 + Disbursements (Barrister Costs etc)
- Asylum Appeal: £2,000 to £4,000 + Disbursements (Barrister Costs etc)
- Deportation Appeal: £2,000 to £4,000 + Disbursements (Barrister Costs etc)
- Application to 1st Tier Tribunal for permission to appeal to Upper Tribunal: £1,500 to £3,000
- Application to Upper Tribunal for permission to appeal to Upper Tribunal: £1,500 to £3,000
- Appeal to the Upper Tribunal – Oral Hearing: £1,500 to £3,000 + Disbursements (Barrister Costs etc)
- Application to the Upper Tribunal for permission to appeal to the Court of Appeal: £1,500 to £3,000
- Application to the Court of Appeal for permission to appeal to Court of Appeal: £2,500 to £4,000 + Disbursements (Barrister Costs etc)
- Appeal to the Court of Appeal – Oral Hearing: £3,000 to £4,500 + Disbursements (Barrister Costs etc)
Judicial Reviews in the Upper Tribunal
- Pre-Action Protocol for Judicial Review Against the Home Office: £1,500 to £3,000
- Paper Application to Upper Tribunal for permission to apply for Judicial Review: £1,500 to £3,000 + Disbursements (Barrister Costs etc)
- Oral Consideration/renewal of application for permission to apply for Judicial Review: £1,500 to £3,000 + Disbursements (Barrister Costs, Court Fees etc)
- Emergency injunction to stop removal from the UK: £4,000 to £5,000
Long Residence Applications
- ILR- 10 years long residence: £1,500 to £3,000
- ILR- 10 years long residence (same day Visa service): £1,500 to £3,000
- Extension of Stay- 10 years long residence: £1,500 to £3,000
Passport and Tavel Documents Application
- Application for British Passport: £500 to £1,000
- Refugee Travel Document: £500 to £1,000
- Stateless Person Travel Document: £500 to £1,000
UK Student Visas
- Dependants of Tier 4 General Students: £1,500 to £3,000
- Tier 4 General Student Extension: £1,500 to £3,000
- Switching into Tier 4 General Student: £1,500 to £3,000
- Entry Clearance- Tier 4 General Student: £1,500 to £3,000
- Switching into Tier 4 Child Student: £1,500 to £3,000
- Entry Clearance- Tier 4 Child Student: £1,500 to £3,000
UK Work Visas
- Dependants of Tier 1 General Migrant: £1,500 to £3,000
- ILR Tier 1 General: £1,500 to £3,000
- ILR as Tier 1 Entrepreneur: £2,500 to £4,000
- Dependants of Tier 1 Entrepreneur: £1,500 to £3,000
- Entry Clearance as Tier 2 General Migrant: £1,500 to £3,000
- Switching into Tier 2 General: £1,500 to £3,000
- Tier 2 General Extension: £1,500 to £3,000
- ILR Tier 2 General: £1,500 to £3,000
- Dependants of Tier 2 General Migrant: £1,500 to £3,000
- ILR Domestic Worker: £1,500 to £3,000
- ILR Dependants of Domestic Worker: £1,500 to £3,000
Other Immigration Applications
- Discretionary leave: £1,500 to £3,000
- Family & Private life: £1,500 to £3,000
- Bail application to the Secretary of State: £700 to £1,500
- Bail application to the Immigration Judge at the Asylum and Immigration Tribunal: £2,500 to £4,000
- For any subsequent bail application, if your first bail application to the Immigration Judge has been unsuccessful: £3,000 to £5,000
- Sponsor Licence Application (Tier 2/5): £3,000 to £5,000
- Subject Access Request (SAR): £500 to £700
- TOC Application: £1,000 to £1,500
- NTL Application: £1,000 to £1,500
Disclaimer: The above information is intended as general guidance and may be subject to change. For the latest information, consult with our firm or visit the Home Office website.
