Visitor Visa Pricing

We are dedicated to ensuring complete transparency with our pricing for Visitor visa applications. We will endeavour to agree costs in advance of any case once we have had an opportunity to assess your individual requirements and the work involved.

The following information is provided in accordance with the Solicitors Regulation Authority’s Transparency Rules and in order to provide a good estimate of the sort of level of fee you will pay if you were to instruct us to assist with a Visitor visa application.

In addition to our fees, there may be additional costs which need to be covered, which we have provided further information on. Our aim is to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of what the overall costs will be when making an application.

Type of work and costs involved

Type of work: Fixed fee Visitor visa

Costs involved: Average cost of £2,500  to £3,750 plus VAT.

On average, this type of work takes approximately between 10 and 15 hours to complete. 

The exact number of hours it will take depends on the circumstances in your 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
• Complexities such as past refusals, criminal convictions, adverse immigration history

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.

All the figures given exclude VAT unless explicitly stated. VAT is charged at 20% unless specifically stated. However, charging VAT in relation to immigration matters may depend on where you live and what immigration permission you have. We will confirm whether VAT (at a rate of 20%) is payable when you instruct us and we can work out if VAT is properly chargeable.

Please note: our fixed fees are non-refundable.

Our fixed fee includes us acting for you in the following key stages:

Initial Attendance and discussion of available options

What Happens: A meeting or consultation to understand the individual’s purpose for travel, circumstances, and to outline possible visa options.

Timescale: 1 to 2 working days (or same-day for urgent cases).

Assessing the most appropriate course of action and application based on specific circumstances

What Happens: Reviewing personal details (e.g., travel history, financial circumstances, prior immigration issues) to decide if a Visitor Visa is suitable.

Timescale: 1 to 3 working days.

Advising on requirements of the immigration rules/guidance related to Visitor visas and specific evidence

What Happens: Explaining legal criteria (e.g., “genuine visitor” test, financial evidence) and relevant Home Office guidance.

Timescale: Often completed during or shortly after initial discussions - 1 to 2 working days.

Advising on method of submission priority

What Happens: Guidance on whether to use standard, priority, or super priority processing (if available), and selecting an appropriate application centre.

Timescale: 1 day.

Assessing and advising on supporting evidence

What Happens: Reviewing documents like:

• Passport
• Travel itinerary
• Accommodation details
• Financial documents
• Employment letters
• Invitation letters

Timescale: 2 to 5 working days, depending on complexity.

Sourcing and obtaining further evidence. This might include engaging with third parties where permitted, such as medical experts, banks and employers.

What Happens: Contacting third parties (banks, employers, medical experts) to get missing or additional documents.

Timescale: 3 to 10 working days (can be longer if third parties delay).

Collating and preparing supporting evidence

What Happens: Assembling documents, ensuring translations if needed, organising them for submission.

Timescale: 2 to 4 days.

Preparing detailed representations with index and finalising application submission

What Happens: Writing a detailed cover letter/legal representations, creating a document index, and submitting the visa application online.

Timescale: 2 to 4 days.

Further Submissions / Providing updates on progress

What Happens: Submitting any additional requested documents and providing client with status updates.

Timescale: As required, over the course of 1 to 6 weeks post-submission.

Advising on outcome of Application / Implications of status / application and next steps

What Happens: Explaining the visa decision, entry conditions, and discussing re-application or appeal options if refused.

Timescale: 1 to 2 days after receiving decision.

If you can provide sufficient evidence and clearly meet the applicable immigration rules, the costs are likely to be at the lower end of the range.

Additional costs:

• Any Home Office Fees for making the Visitor visa application. This is paid to the Home Office directly as part of the application process. You can find an updated list of Home Office Fees here.
• Advice and assistance in relation to appeals for refused Visitor visa applications.
• Disbursements paid to third parties.

These fees can range from £15 - £2389 on average for general applications. Home office fees are exclusive of VAT, at the time of writing this article.

Please see the link to the home office page with the list of all fees.

It must be noted that not all immigration cases attract Value Added Tax (VAT). However, if VAT is applicable, 20% will be added to our fees, as well as any expenses or disbursements. All the figures given exclude VAT unless explicitly stated. VAT is charged at 20% unless specifically stated.

Potential expenses and disbursements are listed below:

Disbursements are costs related to your matter that are payable to third parties, such as visa fees. We handle the payment of the disbursements on your behalf to ensure a smoother process. It is not possible to estimate the value of disbursements at this stage as it is dependent on each case. We will let you know as soon as we know the cost of disbursements. Examples of disbursements include the below and are exclusive of VAT:

• Translations from £20 per page
• Interpreting from £25 per hour
• From £20 per hour attendance
• Travel from £15
• Waiting from £15
• Plus travel expenses (will depend on distance)
• Non-standard postage(will depend on quantity)
• Medical reports (will depend on work needed)
• Country reports (will depend on work needed)
• DNA reports (will depend on work needed)
• Printing and photocopying (will depend on work needed)
• Any Home Office fees (You will pay this to the Home Office directly as part of the application process.  The fees change as advertised by the Home Office so we will always confirm the fees on the Home Office Website)/Interpreter fees/Independent expert reports. You can find an updated list of Home Office Fees here.

We will let you know as far in advance as possible when these additional fees are due to be incurred.

Please note: some experts and professionals charge VAT and others do not if they are not registered for VAT. If VAT is charged it will be at the standard rate of 20%. VAT is not chargeable to non-UK citizens.

Factors that affect our fixed fees

• The type and amount of supporting evidence that is being considered
• Which language(s) you speak
• Whether any other dependants are included in an application
• Additional issues that may affect an application such as past refusals, criminal convictions and/or adverse immigration history

If you can provide sufficient evidence and clearly meet the applicable immigration rules, the costs are likely to be at the lower end of the range.

Will your fees increase?

This could occur if the work agreed in the fixed terms or quoted hours is exceeded because more work arises or work required was not anticipated. This can happen for several reasons e.g., you require more meetings and work than we had estimated for, or new or further evidence arises requiring consideration and instructions from you. Sometimes new lines of material arise(s), requiring more extensive work. Delays caused by any matters can also increase time and costs.

How long does work for Visitor visas take to complete?

On average, the work involved in a Visitor visa application takes 10 to 15 hours to reach completion.

Who completes work for Visitor visa applications?

Supervisor: Kam Dhanjal (Head of Immigration) supervises Pritesh Davdra and Pritesh Davdra (Immigration Solicitor) supervises Kam Dhanjal. Both are qualified solicitors and accredited (Supervising Senior Caseworker)

How long does it take to make an application for a Visitor visa?

Timescale to submit an application for a Visitor visa 

Applications for Visitor visas from the start of instructions take up to three to six months on average.The exact time it takes will depend on various factors, including the complexity of applicant's immigration history.

Timescale on return of application for Visitor visas

It is not possible to guarantee exactly how long the Home Office will take to process your application. You can learn more about the current processing times here.

Please note the anticipated number of hours and fees are an estimate based on the facts above. Each individual Visitor visa application is unique, which means the hours and fees can vary from case to case. Our team will be able to give you a more accurate estimate of hours and fees once we have more information about your specific case and what actions need to be taken.

Key stages: 

Obtain Instructions

We take detailed instructions from you regarding your purpose of travel, personal circumstances, and any relevant background (e.g., immigration history, health, finances).

Timescale: 1 to 2 working days

Advise on relevant Law / Legal requirements

We explain the immigration rules and requirements you must meet under the Visitor Visa category (e.g., genuine visitor, intention to return, financial self-sufficiency).

We assess whether you meet those criteria and flag any risk factors.

Timescale: 1 to 3 working days (depending on complexity)

Assist You to Collate Relevant Paperwork

We provide a tailored checklist of required documents (passport, financial records, accommodation, itinerary, etc.).

We help identify and request any additional documents from third parties (e.g., employer, bank, doctor).

Timescale: 3 to 7 days (longer if documents are delayed)

Complete and submit your application to the Home Office

We complete the online application form.

We prepare detailed written representations and a bundle of supporting documents.

We book your biometrics appointment and advise you on what to expect.

Timescale: 2–4 days (after all documents are in)

Liaise with the Home Office on Your Behalf

We monitor your application status.

We respond to any Home Office requests for further information or clarification.

We provide you with regular updates throughout the process.

Timescale: Ongoing until decision (typically 1 to 3 weeks for standard processing)

Advise on the outcome of your application

We inform you of the decision and provide advice on visa conditions.

If refused, we discuss reasons for refusal and your options (e.g., reapplication or legal challenge).

Timescale: 1 to 2 working days after decision received