What’s not included
Home Office fees, tribunal fees, and disbursements such as interpreter, translation, counsel, expert and DNA testing fees are charged separately.
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How our fees workbefore you instruct us
The figures below are a guide only. A higher fixed fee may be quoted depending on complexity and individual circumstances. You will be told in advance if additional fees are likely.
Fixed fee system
In most cases we fix a fee for the work we undertake, so you can budget for your case and know the full cost before instructing Albany Solicitors.
VAT
All fees are subject to VAT depending on the client’s status. VAT is chargeable at 20% where applicable.
FEE OPTIONS
Ways we canfund your case
We understand that legal fees can be one of the most worrying parts of seeking advice. We will make the potential costs clear at the outset so you can make an informed choice.
Free 15-minute call
A pre-booked telephone appointment to discuss the most appropriate application and next steps. No advice is confirmed in writing. Not for straightforward visa extensions unless multiple options apply.
One-off advice
A paid appointment of up to 45 minutes, in person, on Zoom, Teams or by telephone, for more in-depth advice. Formal written advice is provided afterwards. Starting from £125.
Fixed fees
In most cases we agree a fixed fee before work begins, so you can budget with confidence. Additional unanticipated work or an excessive number of appointments may be charged extra — you will be told first.
Hourly rates
For more complicated cases and those before the Higher Courts we offer competitive hourly rates, confirmed at the outset.
Legal aid
We do not hold a Legal Aid Agency contract.
FEE GUIDE
Starting fromour fixed fees
All fees below are starting from. There may be reductions where multiple family members apply at the same time.
Appointments & documents
- Free 15-minute telephone appointment (pre-booked, selected days)Free
- Detailed one-off advice (in person / Zoom / Teams / telephone)£125
- Updating or replacement UKVI and Embassy documentsFrom £250
- Swearing and certifying£10 per page
Nationality
- Adult nationality£500 – £800
- Child nationality£450
- Child in care — nationality£800
Visas & applications
- In-country applications (extensions and category switching)From £900
- Visit visa applications£650
- Overseas settlement applicationsFrom £900
- Overseas settlement — each dependant (up to 2)£100
- Overseas settlement — each further dependant (3+)£60
- EU Settlement Scheme applicationsFrom £800
- SET (PR)From £500 + dependants
Asylum & protection
- AsylumFrom £1,000
- Convention travel documents£150
- Certificate of travel£250
- DeportationFrom £1,000
Family reunion
- Pre-existing spouse / child£500
- Dependant / child£100
- Other relatives£800
Appeals & bail
- Lodging of appeal onlineFrom £350
- Appeal preparation£1,500
- Post-appeal review work (counsel fees extra for hearings)£350
- Bail application£1,500
- Bail application — counsel for representationP.O.A.
PAYING US
When paymentis required
Initial deposit
Once you confirm that you wish to instruct us, we require an agreed initial deposit towards your costs and disbursements.
Disbursements in advance
Costs for interpreters, translation and DNA testing must be provided before those services are requested and booked.
Balance on submission
The balance of outstanding fees is to be provided on submission of the application.
Query not listed?
If your immigration matter is not listed above, please contact us directly and we will advise you of the likely cost.
Albany Solicitors is authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority. Registered number 440517.