How much will our service cost?
We undertake a broad range of immigration work and detail below the costs relating to common applications. Should your enquiry be based upon a matter not listed below, please contact our offices for a specific quotation.
| Matter Type | Costs Estimate | VAT |
|---|---|---|
| Entry Clearance Applications | £1,000 to £1,750 | Nil |
| In-Country Applications | £1,000 to £1,750 | Chargeable |
| Points Based Applications | £1,000 to £2,500 | Chargeable if Applicant in UK |
| Sponsor Licence Applications | £1,500 to £2,500 | Chargeable |
| Civil Penalty Notice | £500 to £5,000 | Chargeable |
| Nationality Applications | £750 to £1,250 | Chargeable |
| Appeal Representation | £1,500 to £2,500 | Chargeable if Appellant in UK |
| EEA Pre-settled Status Application | £350 | Chargeable |
| EEA Settled Status Application | £500 | Chargeable |
| EEA Permanent Residence Application | £750 | Chargeable |
| EEA Family Permit Visa Application | £750 | Nil |
| Nationality Application | £750 - £1,250 | Chargeable |
All of our immigration solicitors have over 20 years’ experience in immigration law and our fees quoted above are calculated on the basis of an average hourly rate of £217 excluding VAT. They exclude VAT and VAT at 20% will be added if applicable. The exact number of hours it will take depends on the circumstances of each case. Such as:
- The amount of supporting evidence that we need to consider
- Which language(s) you speak
- Whether you are applying with other dependants
If you are able to provide sufficient evidence at our first meeting and clearly meet the applicable Immigration Rules, the cost is likely to be at the lower end of this range.
Our immigration team advises on all types of UK immigration applications. If the service you require is not listed above, please contact the immigration team and we will provide you with a quotation for your individual case.
The fees above do not include disbursements (see below) or the costs of any appeals.
2. What services are included?
The work will depend on the matter and complexity of the instructions however typically involve:
- Taking your initial instructions and discussing particular circumstances in detail and confirming whether this is the most appropriate application to make and what other options may be available;
- providing advice about the requirements of the relevant rules and how you currently (or can) meet the criteria;
- providing details of evidence required to support the application and details of the application process;
- considering the supporting evidence provided and drafting the application form;
- where necessary, helping obtain further evidence including bank letters, bank statements etc.;
- preparing the application for submission including booking your appointment to submit your biometrics and application bundle;
- drafting a detailed letter of representations setting out how you meet the requirements;
- providing you with advice and instructions in respect of submitting your application and assisting to prepare you for an interview (if required);
- providing advice about the outcome of the application and instructions for complying with your immigration conditions.
What is not included within our costs estimate?
The above fee estimates do not include disbursements. These are costs/fees related to your matter that are payable to third parties such as home office fees. We can handle the payment of disbursements on your behalf, provided we have funds on account, or you can pay directly.
The Home Office fees vary depending on the kind of application and the duration of the visa, and the appointment costs will vary depending on where and how the application will be submitted and whether a priority service for expedited determination is being utilised.
As well as the Home Office fees, appointment costs, Immigration Health Surcharge costs and any required translation costs, applicants may also incur costs for the following (please note, however, that the below is not an exhaustive list of all possible costs and they do not apply to every type of application):
- Criminal Record Certificate
- Evidence of English
- Tuberculosis Testing
- Life in the UK Test
- DNA tests
Home Office Applications Fees, these can ordinarily be paid by you by provision of card details online here.
Any Immigration Health Surcharge payable - cost information here.
Immigration Appeal Fees are presently £140.00.
How long will my matter take?
We cannot guarantee how long the Home Office will take to process your application. Please read the current processing times here.
We will normally be able to submit the above type of applications within 2 to 6 weeks of you instructing us, but we will let you know at the earliest opportunity if it is likely to take longer than this. The time taken to prepare your application will depend on the complexity of your case and how quickly we receive the required supporting evidence from you.
The timescale taken to process an immigration appeals can vary, in-country appeals are ordinarily heard within 3 to 6 months, overseas immigration appeals are ordinarily heard between 12 to 18 months.
