I provide clear, professional immigration advice and representation for individuals and families. As a freelance solicitor regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA No. 504879), I offer transparent pricing, clear communication, and personal responsibility for every case I take on.

Types of Immigration Work I Undertake

I regularly assist clients with:

Family visas (spouse, partner, child)

Skilled Worker visas

Visitor visas

EU Settlement Scheme applications

Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR)

British citizenship

Human rights applications

Appeals and administrative reviews

If your matter is not listed above, please contact me to discuss your situation.

Pricing Information

Fixed Fees

Where possible, I offer fixed fees for immigration applications. Fixed fees cover all work up to submission of the application.

Typical fixed fees:

Spouse/Partner Visa (Entry Clearance or FLR): £900–£1,500

Skilled Worker Visa (main applicant): £850–£1,400

Visitor Visa: £350–£600

EU Settlement Scheme: £300–£600

Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR): £900–£1,500

British Citizenship: £500–£900

Human Rights Applications: £1,200–£2,000

Appeals / Administrative Reviews: £1,200–£2,500

The exact fee depends on the complexity of your case and the amount of evidence required.

What Fixed Fees Include

Initial consultation

Advice on eligibility and requirements

Document review

Preparation of legal representations

Completion of application forms

Submission of the application

Ongoing communication until a decision is made

What Fixed Fees Do Not Include

Home Office application fees

Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS)

Priority service fees

Translation costs

Expert reports

Barrister fees (if required for appeals)

Travel expenses (if applicable)

Any additional costs will always be discussed with you in advance.

Hourly Rate (where fixed fees are not appropriate)

My hourly rate is:

£150 per hour

I will provide an estimate of the total likely cost before starting work.

VAT Status

No VAT is charged on my fees.

(If you later register for VAT, this line can be updated.)

Key Stages of an Immigration Matter

Although each case is unique, most immigration applications follow these key stages:

Initial Consultation Understanding your circumstances, immigration history, and goals.

Assessment of Eligibility Reviewing the Immigration Rules and confirming the correct application route.

Document Review & Evidence Preparation Advising you on required documents and reviewing all evidence.

Drafting Legal Representations Preparing a detailed covering letter explaining your case to the Home Office.

Completing the Application Forms Ensuring accuracy and compliance with current requirements.

Submission of the Application Uploading documents, booking biometrics, and submitting the application.

Ongoing Communication Keeping you updated throughout the process.

Receiving the Decision Advising you on the outcome and next steps.

Typical Timescales

Timescales vary depending on the type of application and Home Office processing times.

Typical Home Office decision times:

Spouse/Partner Visa: 3–6 months

Skilled Worker Visa: 3–8 weeks

Visitor Visa: 3–6 weeks

EU Settlement Scheme: 1–4 weeks

ILR: 3–6 months

British Citizenship: 3–6 months

Human Rights Applications: 6–12 months

Appeals: 6–12 months (tribunal dependent)

I will provide a more accurate estimate once I understand your case.

Who Will Carry Out the Work

All work on your matter will be carried out personally by me, Pawel Stankiewicz, Solicitor (England & Wales), SRA No. 504879.