Immigration
About the Firm
Our specialist team of immigration solicitors and trained case workers has extensive knowledge of all areas of the immigration process. We pride ourselves on achieving a very high success rate in immigration applications and appeals.
The firm is led by Mr. Safdar Ali Khan, who brings over 20 years of experience in immigration law. He is known for dealing with complex cases and often providing viable solutions even in the most challenging situations.
Our experienced team anticipates and pre-empts common Home Office issues, ensuring all applications are prepared thoroughly and strategically to minimize risks. This meticulous approach ensures every case is submitted at the highest quality from the outset.
We have had the privilege of working on leading immigration cases, including the landmark Batool and Ors (Other Family Members: EU Exit) [2022], one of the first published decisions under the EU Settlement Scheme (EUSS).
Why Clients Choose Us
High Success Rate across a wide range of immigration matters
Extensive Experience in complex cases
Repeat Clients and Referrals reflect our trusted reputation
Competitive Rates for a London-based firm
SRA Accredited and Regulated, ensuring our systems meet top standards
Strict Confidentiality and personalised supervision by qualified solicitors
TIMESCALES
The processing of your immigration application begins once you verify your identity and submit your documents, either:
Online using the UK Immigration: ID Check app
orIn-person by attending an appointment at a Visa Application Centre (VAC) to provide your fingerprints and a photograph (biometric information)
Factors That May Delay Processing
In some cases, your application may take longer than the standard time. If this happens, the Home Office caseworking team is expected to contact you via email to inform you of the delay.
Common reasons for delays include:
Complexity of the case
Eligibility concerns (e.g. a criminal record or adverse immigration history)
Issues with supporting documents
Requirement to attend an interview
Standard Processing Times
The estimated times for different application types are provided by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) and may vary depending on the volume of applications being processed at the time.
IMMIGRATION APPEAL TIMESCALE
According to the recent government statistics for the First-tier Tribunal (Immigration and Asylum) Chamber, the average amount of time it currently takes to process and resolve appeals across all categories of appeal is 40 weeks. This is of course variable depending on the nature and issues of each individual case. We would be able to advise on a more realistic timeline in your matter after having considered the merits and issues in your case.
COST
We are a firm of solicitors that is authorised and regulated by the SRA to provide immigration advice. Your matter will be supervised by a qualified immigration solicitor from instruction through to completion of your immigration matter. The rates below are an indication of the firm’s professional fees for work undertaken and are considered competitive in light of the firm’s high achieving and experience in dealing with cases in all aspects and complexities resulting in the firm’s very high rate of success.
Services We Offer
Visa & Residency Applications:
Entry Clearance / Leave to Remain
Indefinite Leave to Remain
Family Visas & Appeals
Start-Up Visa & Extension
Skilled Worker Visa
UK Expansion Worker Visa
Domestic Worker Visa
Global Business Mobility Visa
Sports Person Visa
Tier 4 Student Visa
Human Rights & Asylum:
Article 8 / Article 3 Applications
Human Rights Applications
Asylum Claims
Citizenship & Nationality:
Naturalisation
British Citizenship
British Passport Applications
Sponsorship & Compliance:
Sponsorship Licence Applications
Licence Audit, Maintenance & Compliance
Other Services:
EUSS Applications
Complex Case Consultations
Legal Appeals & Reviews:
Immigration Appeals
Judicial Reviews
Administrative Reviews
Deportation & Removal Injunctions
Immigration Bail & Temporary Admission
Type Of Visas
Visit Visas
| Category | Processing Time |
|---|---|
|
Standard Visitor |
3 Weeks |
|
Marriage Visitor |
3 Weeks |
|
Chinese tour group |
3 Weeks |
|
Transit |
3 Weeks |
Study Visas
| Category | Processing Time |
|---|---|
|
Students |
3 Weeks |
|
Child Students |
3 Weeks |
|
Study English
In Uk Short Term Students
(6 to 11 Month
English Language Courses) |
3 Weeks |
Family Visas
| Category | Processing Time |
|---|---|
|
Partner Or Spouse |
24 Weeks |
|
Parent |
24 Weeks |
|
Child |
24 Weeks |
|
Adult Coming
To Be Cared For
By A Relative |
24 Weeks |
Popular work visas
| Category | Processing Time |
|---|---|
|
Skilled Worker |
3 Weeks |
|
Health And Care Worker |
3 Weeks |
Temporary work visas
| Category | Processing Time |
|---|---|
|
GovernmentA uthorised Exchange |
3 Weeks |
|
Charity Worker |
3 Weeks |
|
Creative Worker |
3 Weeks |
|
International Agreement |
3 Weeks |
|
Seasonal Worker |
3 Weeks |
|
Religious Worker |
3 Weeks |
Work visas you can apply for without a job offer
| Category | Processing Time |
|---|---|
|
Global Talent |
3 Weeks |
|
Your Mobility Scheme |
3 Weeks |
|
India Young Professionals Scheme Visa |
3 Weeks |
|
UK Ancestry |
3 Weeks |
|
High Potential Individual (HPI) |
3 Weeks |
Work visas for an overseas employer
| Category | Processing Time |
|---|---|
|
Overseas Domestic Worker |
3 Weeks |
|
Graduate Trainee |
3 Weeks |
|
Secondment Worker |
3 Weeks |
|
Representative Of AN
Overseas-business |
3 Weeks |
|
Service Supplier |
3 Weeks |
|
UK Expansion-worker |
3 Weeks |
Work visas you can apply for without a job offer
| Category | Processing Time |
|---|---|
|
innovator Founder |
3 Weeks |
|
Start-Up |
3 Weeks |
Other Visas and Permits
| Category | Processing Time |
|---|---|
|
British National (Overseas) |
12 Weeks |
|
International Sportsperson |
3 Weeks |
|
Minister Of religion |
3 Weeks |
|
Scale-Up Worker |
3 Weeks |
Type of Application
Type of Application
| Type of Application | Fixed Fees |
|---|---|
|
Naturalisation as a
British Citizen
non-complex case (Adult) |
£1,200 – £1,800 |
|
Registration as a
British Citizen
(by descent/double descent)
non-complex case (Adult) |
£1,200 – £1,800 |
|
Naturalisation as a
British Citizen
complex case (Adult) |
£1,500 – £2,500 |
|
Registration as a
British Citizen
(by descent/double descent)
complex case (Adult) |
£1,500 – £2,500 |
|
Registration of a
Child as a British Citizen
in the UK |
£1,500 – £2,500 |
Study in the UK
| Type of Application | Fixed Fees |
|---|---|
|
Student |
£1,500 – £2,500 |
|
Child Student |
£2,000 – £3,000 |
|
Applications under the
Points Based System
Innovator Founder
Long-Term Work |
£3,000 – £4,500 |
|
Skilled Worker |
£2,000 – £3,000 |
|
Sponsorship License |
£2,000 – £3,000 |
|
Minister of Religion (Tier 2) |
£2,000 – £3,000 |
|
International Sportsperson |
£2,000 – £3,000 |
|
Senior or Specialist Worker |
£2,000 – £3,000 |
|
Graduate Trainee |
£2,500 – £3500 |
|
Settlement under the above categories |
£2,500 |
Pre-Settled status or Settled status under EU Settlement Scheme (per applicant)
| Type of Application | Fixed Fees |
|---|---|
|
Pre-Settled/settled status
(not complex) |
£1,500 – £2,000 |
|
Pre-Settled/settled status
(complex) |
£2,000 – £3,000 |
|
Surinder Singh Application,
Pre-Settled Status/Settled
Status |
£2,000 – £3,000 |
|
Application for a
family permit
for a spouse
or dependant relatives,
under the
EU Settlement Scheme |
£2,000 – £3,000 |
Applications under the Immigration Rules, including
| Type of Application | Fixed Fees |
|---|---|
|
Visit visa for
tourism, medical, family |
£1,500 – £2,000 |
|
Visit visa (complex) |
£2,000 – £3,000 |
|
Visa as domestic servant |
£1,500 – £2,000 |
|
Ancestry visas |
£1,500 – £2,000 |
Applications under the Immigration Rules Appendix FM: Family members
| Type of Application | Fixed Fees |
|---|---|
|
Leave to Enter
or Remain with a partner
(non-complex) |
£1,500 – £2,000 |
|
Leave to Enter
or Remain with a partner
(complex) |
£2,000 – £3,000 |
|
Settlement with a Partner |
£1,500 – £2,500 |
|
Settlement as a Victim
of Domestic Violence
(Non-Complex) |
£1,500 – £2,000 |
|
Settlement as a Victim
of Domestic Violence
(Complex) |
£2,000 – £3,000 |
|
Leave to Enter or Remain
as a Parent of
a Child in the UK |
£2,000 – £3,000 |
|
Adult Dependent Relative |
£2,500 – £3,500 |
|
Adoption
(leave to enter
‘’outside the Rules’’
where the adoption
is not recognised in the UK) |
£2,000 – £3,500 |
|
Other Categories,
such as applications
on the basis of
long residence (20 years),
settling in the
UK (10 years lawful
residence),
outside the Rules
on Human Rights grounds |
£1,500 – £3,000 |
Dependants of Points Based System
| Type of Application | Fixed Fees |
|---|---|
|
Application made
with the main applicant |
£1,000 per applicant |
|
Application made
independently of the
main applicant |
£2,500 per applicant |
|
Replacement of your
visa with BRP/lost BRP |
£800 |
|
British National
(Overseas) visa applications |
£1,500 – £2,500 |
|
Administrative Review |
£1,500 – £2,500 |
|
Appeals to First Tier
Tribunal and Upper Tribunal |
£2,000- £4,000 |
|
Judicial Review
and Court Appeal Applications |
£3,000- £6,500 |
Short-Term Work
| Type of Application | Fixed Fees |
|---|---|
|
Graduate |
£2,000 – £3,500 |
|
Temporary Work |
£2,500 – £3,500 |
|
Global Talent |
£2,000 – £3,500 |
|
Settlement under Global Talent route |
£2,500 |
Other Work Routes
| Type of Application | Fixed Fees |
|---|---|
|
Overseas Domestic Worker |
£1,500 – £2,500 |
|
Settlement under UK Ancestry route |
£3,000 |