Arndale Solicitors

OUR FEES

Fees & price guidance

Transparent fixed fees and hourly rates across immigration, family, commercial and advocacy — published in line with SRA transparency rules.

Published fees forevery type of matter

Use this guide to compare our standard fees before you instruct us. We will still confirm the exact figure in writing once we understand your circumstances.

Consultation

£300

Entry clearance from

£1,000

ILR from

£1,800

HOW WE CHARGE

Clear fees you canplan around

In accordance with the SRA transparency rules, Arndale Solicitors Ltd publishes this price guide so you can compare firms with confidence. Most matters are quoted as a fixed fee before we start. Complex work can be charged by the hour, and we will agree any extra charges with you in advance.

Fixed fees first

We estimate our likely fee and agree it with you before work begins — so you know the cost of your matter from day one.

Hourly when it is complex

Unusual or heavily contested work can be charged by time spent. We will tell you the rate and keep you updated on costs as the matter progresses.

VAT only when it applies

You are not liable for VAT if you have no permission to live in the UK, you are a visitor, or you are applying from abroad for entry clearance.

FEE GUIDE

Standard fees byarea of practice

Home Office, tribunal and court fees are extra. We will give you a full quote once we understand the complexity of your case.

OTHER GENERAL FEES

Consultations and documents

Face-to-face or remote appointments, plus commonly requested documents.

1 hour consultation

Face-to-face or remote

£300

Sponsorship declaration for family visit visa

£150

Sponsorship declaration and certified document

£200

Deed poll / change of name

£200

Power of attorney

£200

Registration of power of attorney

Plus disbursements

£1,000 + 20% VAT

CIVIL & COMMERCIAL

Hourly rates forlitigation and advice

Our aim is to resolve disputes without unnecessary litigation. Where we charge by time, the rates below apply. They do not include solicitor-advocate or barrister fees, mediation attendance, or court fees.

Principal Solicitor

£278

per hour + VAT

Solicitor

£233

per hour + VAT

Paralegal & Caseworker

£134

per hour + VAT

We can deliver monthly or quarterly accounts so you stay on top of costs. Tell us if you would like a costs limit. Civil and family court fees

What our visa application fees include

  • Taking instructions and providing a legal opinion
  • Reviewing the documentary evidence you provide
  • Preparing and submitting the application and supporting documents
  • Communicating with the Home Office and with you throughout
  • Advising you on timelines and the outcome of the application

Typical timescales are 2–6 months for applications, 6–8 months for an in-country appeal, and 9–12 months for an out-of-country appeal. These vary with the Home Office caseload.

Not included in our fees

Disbursements and fees payable to the Home Office are never included in the figures above. We will quote before instructing a third party and can handle payment on your behalf.

  • Visa application fees
  • Immigration Health Surcharge
  • Barrister or solicitor-advocate fees
  • Interpreter and translation fees
  • Medical and housing reports
  • Court and tribunal fees

Mr Jason Jamil, Solicitor-Advocate, supervises all casework. If you are dissatisfied with our services or our bill, ask for our complaints procedure. You may also apply to the court for an assessment of the bill under Part III of the Solicitors Act 1974.

Contact Us

Or call us on 01132 431 280