Immigration Solicitors Fees
At LEXMM SOLICITORS, our specialist immigration solicitors charge a fixed fee between £500 - £2500 depending on the type of visa application. We aim to offer fair and competitive rates for our legal professional services.
We have set out below our average fee estimates covering some of the most common types of immigration applications. The agreed fixed fee can vary depending on the complexity of the matter and the casework involved in the matter.
Our Fees: UK Visas and Immigration
| Visa & Immigration Applications | Our Fees |
|---|---|
| Consultation Fee (30 Minutes) | £50 |
| Consultation Fee (1 Hour) | £100 |
| Fiancé(e) visa | £1,000 - £1,200 |
| Family visas (entry clearance) | £1,000 - £1,200 |
| Family visas (extension) | £1,000 - £1,200 |
| Work visas (entry clearance) | £1,200 - £1,500 |
| Work visas (extension) | £1,200 - £1,500 |
| Business visas | £1,200 - £1,500 |
| Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) | £1,200 - £1,500 |
| Bitish citizenship | £1,000 - £1,500 |
| Visit / tourist visas | £1,000 - £1,200 |
| Student visas | £1,200 - £1,500 |
| Asylum and protection claims | £2,000 - £3,000 |
| Detention | £2,000 - £3,000 |
| Bail | £2,000 - £3,000 |
| Applications outside Immigration Rules | £2,000 - £3,000 |
| Visa refusals & appeals | £1,500 - £2,000 |
| Sponsorship licence for employers | £1,200 - £1,500 |
Application processing time
The processing time for a UK visa or immigration application can vary depending on several factors such as the type of application and the country from which you are applying.
The duration varies based on the complexity of the case. Simple matters may be resolved quickly, while more intricate cases may take months or even years. Our solicitor will provide an estimated timeline during the initial consultation.
All the applicants are advised to check the latest information about application processing time on the official UK government website either applying from inside the UK or outside the UK.
What services are included?
The work depends on the type and complexity of the matter. Our immigration solicitors:
- provide an initial consultation to assess the individual's circumstances and eligibility for the desired visa category.
- provide detailed advice about relevant immigration laws, requirements, supporting documents, the application process, costs involved and potential challenges.
- draft a detailed letter of representation setting out how you meet the requirements.
- fill in visa application forms accurately and thoroughly.
- compile and organise your visa application package and submit your visa application to the UKVI or relevant immigration authorities.
- handle any correspondence, requests for additional information, or enquiries from the UKVI throughout the application process.
- monitor the progress of the application and provide updates to the applicant as needed.
Hourly charges
When dealing with matters where we charge an hourly rate, we will be pleased to give you clear and open advice about the costs that you will incur in instructing us to act on your behalf. Our hourly fees will be calculated using the below hourly rates and will depend on the level of experience of the solicitor or Fee earner dealing with your matter and the complexity of the matter.
Details of the hourly rates are as under:
| Hourly Rate | Experience |
|---|---|
| £350.00 per hour | Director |
| £300.00 per hour | Solicitors and legal executives with over 8 years' experience; |
| £275.00 per hour | Solicitors, CILEX or Costs Lawyers with at least 4 years PQE |
| £250.00 per hour | Other solicitors or legal executives and fee earners of equivalent experience |
| £150.00 per hour | Trainee solicitors, paralegals and other fee earners |
Disbursements
You'll need to pay all the disbursements separately in addition to the fees for our legal services.
Examples of disbursements include visa application fees, court fees, counsel charges, postage, interpreting/translation services, medical reports fees, expert report fees, mileage/travel expenses etc. This is not an exhaustive list and is meant purely as a guide.