Immigration Solicitors

The government has announced proposals for new visa, immigration and nationality application and service fees for 2016-2017.

Specific fee changes for 2016–2017 will apply after further legislation this year – and maximum levels will be set on the amounts that can be charged by the Home Office over the next four years.

However, the government has said there are currently no plans to raise fees to the maximum levels.

The legislation is due to come into effect by April.

The increases will enable the government to reduce taxpayer contributions towards the border, immigration and citizenship system – and ensure that by 2019–2020 the system is self-funded by those who use it.

The main changes involve small increases of 2% for visit, study and work visas – and fees for settlement, residence and nationality will increase by 25% in 2016–2017.

Targeted increases have also been applied to premium services, such as the priority visa service – but fees for all sponsorship categories will remain at the current rates.

Duncan Lewis Immigration Solicitors

Duncan Lewis immigration solicitors can advise on a wide range of immigration matters, including business immigration, visa applications and appeals, visa overstays and student visas.

Duncan Lewis is also able to advise on illegal entry to the UK, asylum in the UK and asylum appeals – as well as appeals against deportation from the UK under the Human Rights Act.

For expert legal advice on UK immigration law, call Duncan Lewis immigration solicitors on 0333 772 0409.

For urgent help with immigration matters, call the Duncan Lewis 24-Hour Emergency Helpline on 0333 772 0607, where an accredited immigration lawyer is available 24/7.