UK Immigration Solicitor Fees 2026, Fixed Fees From £950
Clear fixed immigration solicitor fees from KQ Solicitors in Luton. See our legal fees, likely Home Office costs, what is included, and what may affect your final quote before you instruct us.
At KQ Solicitors in Luton we publish fixed legal fees for spouse visas, ILR, British citizenship, skilled worker visas, sponsor licences, appeals and document reviews. Every fee is confirmed in writing before work begins.
Important note: All legal fees shown on this page are our fixed legal fees. Home Office fees, the Immigration Health Surcharge, priority service fees and all third-party costs are separate from our legal fees and are usually paid directly.
Total Cost Breakdown, What You May Actually Pay
One of the most common questions is: what does a UK visa actually cost in total? The answer has two parts: our legal fee and the separate fees paid directly to the Home Office.
Here is a realistic starting cost guide for common applications. Home Office fees are based on the 8 April 2026 published fee table. Always check the current GOV.UK fee table before applying.
| Application | Home Office Fee | KQ Legal Fee | Realistic Starting Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spouse Visa Entry Clearance | £1,846 | from £1,200 | from £3,046 + IHS |
| Spouse Visa Extension | £1,258 | from £950 | from £2,208 + IHS |
| ILR Partner Route | £3,226 | from £1,200 | from £4,426 |
| British Citizenship Naturalisation | £1,709 | from £1,250 | from £2,959 |
| Child Registration | £1,000 | from £950 | from £1,950 |
| Standard Visitor Visa | £135 | from £950 | from £1,085 |
| Administrative Review | £80 | from £1,500 | from £1,580 |
Immigration Health Surcharge: The IHS is payable separately for most temporary visa applications. The current rate is £1,035 per adult per year and £776 per year for students, their dependants, Youth Mobility applicants and applicants under 18. For a 30-month spouse visa extension, the IHS is usually calculated at around £2,587.50 per adult, subject to the Home Office calculator.
Priority and super priority services: Where available, priority decisions cost £500 and super priority decisions cost £1,000. These are paid directly to UKVI and are not included in our legal fee.
Our Fixed Immigration Legal Fees
All fees below are legal fees only. Home Office fees and third-party costs are additional. Fees are for one main applicant unless stated otherwise. Dependants, linked applications, urgent deadlines or unusually large document bundles may attract an additional fixed fee confirmed before work begins.
Spouse, Partner and Family Visas
| Service | Our Legal Fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Spouse / Partner Visa Entry clearance standard | £1,200 | Standard employed sponsor, straightforward finances |
| Spouse / Partner Visa Entry Clearance complex | £1,500 | Self employed, company director, previous refusal, complex income, children, exemptions |
| Fiancé Visa | £1,250 | Entry clearance for fiancé applying from outside the UK |
| Spouse / Partner Visa Extension standard | £950 | Standard 2.5 year extension |
| Spouse / Partner Visa Extension complex | £1,250 | Previous issues, 10-year route, complex circumstances |
| Parent of British Child / Family Life Route | £1,500 | Article 8 family life applications |
| Child Dependant Application | £950 | Dependant child joining family in the UK |
Indefinite Leave to Remain
ILR is one of the most important applications in your immigration journey. The Home Office fee alone is £3,226 and is non-refundable if refused.
| Service | Our Legal Fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| ILR Partner Route standard | £1,200 | 5-year partner route, standard case |
| ILR Skilled Worker Route | £1,500 | 5-year skilled worker settlement |
| ILR Long Residence | £1,500 | 10-year continuous lawful residence |
| ILR complex absences, gaps or discretion required | £2,000 | Cases requiring detailed representations |
British Citizenship and Nationality
| Service | Our Legal Fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| British Citizenship Naturalisation standard | £1,250 | Standard good character, continuous residence |
| British Citizenship Naturalisation complex | £1,250 | Absences, criminal record, good character issues |
| Child Registration as British Citizen | £950 | MN1 and other child nationality routes |
Skilled Worker and Work Visas
| Service | Our Legal Fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Worker Visa applicant fee | £1,250 | Individual applicant preparing and submitting application |
| Skilled Worker Extension or Change of Employer | £1,000 | Extension or switching sponsor |
| Skilled Worker ILR | £1,500 | Settlement after 5 years on skilled worker route |
| Health and Care Worker Visa | £1,000 | Standard health and care worker route |
Visitor Visas
| Service | Our Legal Fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Visitor Visa straightforward | £950 | Clear finances, strong ties to home country, no previous refusal |
| Visitor Visa complex or previous refusal | £1,250 | Previous refusal, complex financial evidence, multiple visit history |
| Visitor Visa Refusal PAP assessment and one PAP letter where appropriate | Included where appropriate | Only where KQ Solicitors submitted the original full application and an arguable public law error is identified |
| Fresh Application after PAP | £1,000 | New application following unsuccessful PAP |
Document Review Services
Not every client needs full representation. If you want expert eyes on your application before you submit it yourself, our document review service gives professional feedback at a lower cost.
| Service | Our Legal Fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Immigration application document review | from £550 | Professional feedback before you submit yourself |
| Spouse visa document review | from £450 | Focused review of spouse visa evidence |
| Visit visa refusal review | from £350 | Review of refusal reasons and next-step options |
| Sponsor licence readiness review | from £850 | Business document and compliance readiness review |
Appeals, Administrative Review and Judicial Review
| Service | Our Legal Fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Administrative Review | £1,500 | Challenging a decision where no right of appeal exists |
| Immigration Appeal First-tier Tribunal | £2,500 | Full appeal preparation and representation |
| Judicial Review | from £3,500 | Permission stage and JR work, fee confirmed after assessment |
General Documents and Commissioner for Oaths
| Service | Our Legal Fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Document Certification | £60 | Certified copies |
| Affidavit / Statutory Declaration | £60, £100 | Drafting and administration as Commissioner for Oaths |
| Sponsorship Declaration | £150 | Drafting and advice |
| Sponsorship Declaration + Document Checking | £350 | Declaration plus document checking |
| Invitation Letter | £100 | Drafting/customisation only |
| Name Change Deed | £100 | Preparation |
| Power of Attorney | £100 | Preparation/signing support |
Note: Sponsorship declarations and invitation letters do not include full visitor visa application preparation unless separately agreed in writing.
Returning client? Existing KQ Solicitors clients may receive a reduced fee on future immigration matters, depending on the complexity of the new case and previous work completed by our firm.
What Your Fixed Fee Usually Includes
When you instruct KQ Solicitors on a fixed-fee basis, the agreed fee usually includes:
- Initial review of your immigration history and eligibility
- Advice on the correct visa route and application strategy
- A tailored document checklist specific to your case
- Review of supporting documents reasonably required for the agreed application type and scope
- Preparation or checking of the online application form
- Preparation of a covering letter or legal representations where relevant
- Advice on Home Office fees, Immigration Health Surcharge and submission process
- Preparation and submission of the complete application
- Reasonable updates following submission until a decision is received
Every client receives a written client care letter before work begins. This confirms what is included, what is not included, the fixed fee agreed and the next steps.
What Is Not Included
Unless specifically agreed in writing, our legal fee does not include:
- Home Office application fees or Immigration Health Surcharge
- Priority or super priority service fees
- UKVCAS, VFS or TLS appointment fees
- English language, Life in the UK or tuberculosis test fees
- Document translation, interpreter or expert report fees
- Barrister, tribunal, court, courier or postage costs
- Substantial additional work following a Home Office request that goes beyond the agreed scope
- A new application if the original application is refused
- Ongoing correspondence after a decision is received unless agreed
What Can Increase Your Fee
Immigration cases vary in complexity. These issues can increase a fee above the standard rate:
- Previous visa refusals or unsuccessful applications
- Overstaying, gaps in lawful residence or complex immigration history
- Criminal record or driving convictions
- Self-employment, company accounts or multiple income sources
- Absences from the UK exceeding allowances
- Deception or misrepresentation allegations
- Human rights arguments
- Large document bundles requiring translation
- Urgent deadlines requiring express preparation
- Children or dependants included in the application
- 10-year route rather than 5-year route
- Home Office requests for further information after submission
If any of these apply, we will identify them during your assessment and confirm your fixed fee in writing before work begins.
Typical Preparation Times
Preparation times are from when we receive all required documents from you.
| Application | KQ Preparation Time | Home Office Processing |
|---|---|---|
| Visitor Visa | 5, 10 working days | varies check GOV.UK |
| Spouse Visa Entry Clearance | 10, 20 working days | standard 12 weeks, priority 6 weeks |
| Spouse Visa Extension | 7, 15 working days | standard 8 weeks, priority available |
| ILR | 10, 20 working days | standard 6 months |
| British Citizenship | 7, 15 working days | standard 6 months |
| Skilled Worker Visa | 5, 15 working days | standard 8 weeks, priority available |
| Sponsor Licence | 2, 4 weeks | standard 8 weeks |
| Appeal / PAP / JR | depends on deadline and complexity | tribunal and court timescales vary |
These are preparation times only. Home Office, tribunal and court processing times are outside our control. We will advise on deadline risks before work begins.
Business Immigration and Sponsor Licence Fees
KQ Solicitors works with businesses across Luton, Bedfordshire and the UK to obtain and maintain sponsor licences, hire skilled workers from overseas, and stay compliant with Home Office requirements.
Business consultation
- Small businesses and individuals, £300
- Large companies and corporate clients, from £500
The consultation covers your immigration needs, compliance position, sponsorship options and a clear action plan. The consultation fee may be credited against our legal fee where the same matter proceeds to full representation within 30 days.
Sponsor licence services
| Service | Our Legal Fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Sponsor Licence Application, standard | £1,500 | Standard business, straightforward application |
| Sponsor Licence Application, priority | £2,000 | Expedited preparation and submission |
| Sponsor Licence Application + Full Compliance Setup | £3,000 | Application plus HR systems, policies and documentation |
| Sponsor Licence Renewal | £1,250 | Renewal of existing licence |
| Compliance Audit / Mock Home Office Visit | £1,500 | Independent audit of sponsorship compliance |
| Sponsor Licence Suspension Representations | £2,500 | Urgent representations to prevent suspension |
| Skilled Worker Visa, employer side | £1,250 | Per visa, CoS checks and employer obligations |
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Frequently Asked Questions About Immigration Solicitor Fees
Immigration solicitor fees vary depending on the type of application and the complexity of the case. At KQ Solicitors our fees start from £950 for a visitor visa, £950 for a spouse visa extension, and £1,200 for a spouse visa entry clearance. ILR fees start from £1,200 and British citizenship from £1,250. All fees are fixed and confirmed in writing before work begins.
Solicitor fees are what you pay KQ Solicitors for legal work. Home Office fees are paid directly to UKVI for the application itself. These are separate costs. For example, a spouse visa entry clearance involves a Home Office fee of £1,846 plus our legal fee from £1,200, before the Immigration Health Surcharge.
Yes. Every fee is fixed and agreed in writing before we start any work. You will not receive unexpected hourly billing from KQ Solicitors for the agreed scope of work.
No. Home Office fees, the Immigration Health Surcharge, priority service fees and all third party costs are separate and paid directly. We provide a breakdown of expected costs before you instruct us.
No. Home Office application fees are non-refundable even if your application is refused. We offer fixed fees so you know what you will pay for the agreed work regardless of outcome. For appeals and judicial reviews, fee options can be discussed after assessment.
For visitor visa cases where KQ Solicitors submitted the full application, we may prepare one Pre-Action Protocol letter at no additional legal fee where an arguable public law error exists. This does not include court fees, counsel fees, judicial review, repeat PAP letters or a fresh application. For other application types each stage is charged separately.
At KQ Solicitors a spouse visa entry clearance costs from £1,200 for a standard employed sponsor case. Complex cases involving self-employment, previous refusal or the 10-year route cost from £1,500.
Our ILR fees start from £1,200 for a standard partner route case. Skilled Worker ILR and Long Residence ILR cost from £1,500. Complex cases involving absence issues or discretion cost from £2,000.
KQ Solicitors charges from £1,500 for a standard sponsor licence application. Priority applications cost £2,000 and a full application plus compliance setup costs £3,000.
Fees vary based on the firm’s location, experience, case complexity and scope of service included. KQ Solicitors is based in Luton and offers SRA-regulated legal services at regional fixed fees.
For complex cases involving previous refusals, self-employment, absences, criminal records or urgent deadlines, legal advice can help identify risks, organise evidence and present the application clearly. It does not guarantee approval. For straightforward cases, some people manage without full representation and a document review may be enough.
A consultation can cover your immigration position, the correct route, key risks, documents needed and a clear action plan. Individuals can start with a free initial telephone assessment. Business clients can book a dedicated business immigration consultation from £300.
We offer a free initial telephone assessment for individuals to understand your situation and confirm whether we can help. For detailed advice and a full case review, a paid consultation may be appropriate. Business clients can book a dedicated consultation from £300.
Full payment of the agreed fixed fee is required before we begin work unless a different payment arrangement is confirmed in writing.
Before any work begins, we provide a breakdown of expected costs including our legal fee, the relevant Home Office fee, Immigration Health Surcharge where applicable, and anticipated third party costs.
KQ Solicitors regulatory note: KQ Solicitors is authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority. Principal office: 68-72 Stuart Street, Luton LU1 2SW.
All legal fees shown are fixed legal fees. Home Office fees, Immigration Health Surcharge, priority service fees and third-party costs are additional and paid directly. Fees correct as of May 2026 and subject to change. A written client care letter confirming your exact fee and total amount payable will be provided before work begins.
- GOV.UK: Home Office immigration and nationality fees, 8 April 2026
- GOV.UK: Pay for UK healthcare as part of your immigration application
- GOV.UK: Fees for citizenship applications and right of abode
- Solicitors Regulation Authority transparency and regulatory requirements
Fees, rules and guidance can change. Always check the current GOV.UK position before paying non-refundable fees.
Important information: This page provides general information about KQ Solicitors' legal fees and common immigration application costs. It is not legal advice and does not guarantee any visa, appeal, review or Home Office outcome. Fees, rules and government charges can change. You should confirm the current position before paying any non-refundable fee or submitting an application.