Fees
Muldoon Britton acknowledges the oversight of its operations by the Solicitors Regulatory Authority, which necessitates the dissemination of price information. This is done in accordance with the SRA Transparency Rules, specifically pertaining to immigration, nationality, and debt recovery affairs.
The prices we provide in the following paragraphs are contingent upon the complex aspects of each unique case and the personalized nature of our services.
Issues related to immigration and citizenship
The purpose of the information presented below is to educate ordinary residents about our fees for issues related to immigration and citizenship.
The fees do not apply to work undertaken for litigation clients.
Our Professional Fees
Schedule a meeting with one of our legal experts to receive personalised guidance and a comprehensive evaluation of the tasks required to successfully resolve your case. All your initial queries will be addressed during this consultation.
In the absence of any mutual understanding, our charges are primarily determined by the duration dedicated to the task at hand. We calculate our fees by applying hourly rates that correspond to the skill level and years of expertise possessed by the professionals assigned to the project.
The intricacy, challenge, significance, and value of the issue at hand, as well as the level of expertise and specialised knowledge required, may be taken into consideration when determining our fees. Our Engagement Letter, provided to you at the beginning of your case and requiring your signature, will outline the terms of our business agreement. It will provide details regarding the assigned case handler and other staff members who will offer their support.
Our team of professionals has an established set of hourly fee rates, which we make readily available to the public. Additionally, we provide a comprehensive estimate of fees required to complete any project.
After assessing your circumstances, we often have the ability to establish a set price for managing your matter. This implies that we will levy a predetermined amount for handling your case, regardless of any unexpected obstacles or substantial modifications to your requirements, as long as the processing duration exceeds our initial estimation. Nevertheless, it is important to note that the fixed fee does not encompass any additional expenses.
If there are any tasks that go beyond the agreed fixed fee, they will be billed based on an hourly rate unless we agree upon a different arrangement. We will promptly notify you and give you a cost estimate if any such tasks become necessary.
In the event of your decision to employ our services, we will initiate a request for an upfront payment towards the specified legal expenses provided in our Engagement letter outlining the services offered to you.
Listed below are the outlined charges for various regular case categories. The mentioned fees pertain to each individual applicant and do not encompass any additional dependants.
| Entry Clearance application for a spouse/child of a British national including fiancé(e)s and proposed civil partners | £1500 – £2500 (usually no VAT applicable)
Home Office standard service fees in this category are typically £2000 to £2300 |
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| In-country extension applications for a spouse/child of a British national including unmarried partners and proposed civil partners | £1200 – £1800 (excluding VAT)
Home Office standard service fees in this category are typically £2000 to £2300 |
| Human rights applications based on Article 8 of ECHR | £2000 – £2500 (excluding VAT)
Home Office standard service fees in this category are typically £2000 to £2300 |
| Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) / Settlement Applications (based on Long Residency, Family relations and other routes) | £1500 – £2500 (excluding VAT)
Home Office standard service fees in this category are typically £2300 to £2500 |
| Naturalisation / Registration as a British citizen | £1200 – £1500 (excluding VAT)
Home Office standard service fees in this category are typically £1100 – £1400 |
| Visitor visa | £1200 – £1500 (usually no VAT applicable)
Home Office standard service fees in this category are typically £100 – £300 |
| Sponsor Licence Applications for UK Businesses | £2000 – £3000 (excluding VAT) |
| Points Based System (PBS) Applications Skilled Worker / Intra Company Transfer Visa and Temp worker category including GAE/charity/creative worker/religious worker/sporting | £1500 – £2000 (excluding VAT)
Home Office standard service fees in this category are typically £2000 – £7500 |
| Representation at the First-tier Tribunal (Immigration and Asylum Chamber) in relation to appeals against Home Office | £3000 – £3500 (excluding VAT)
The court fee is currently £140 for an oral hearing |
For more information on our Fees, please get in contact where we would love to discuss further on how we could help you.
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Disbursements:
Disbursements are costs related to your matter that are payable to third parties. We handle the payment of the disbursements on your behalf to ensure a smoother process. These can include (but not limited to):
- Interpreter and/or translation fees. The costs for these services will vary widely depending on the extent to which they are required, the company used as well as the complexity of your case.
- Independent expert reports e.g., medical experts, barristers’ advice etc. These are not required in many cases; we will let you know as soon as possible if we consider an expert report is necessary.
The costs quoted on our Engagement letter do not include:
- Any Home Office fees and Immigration Healthcare Surcharge for making the relevant application. You will pay them to the Home Office directly as part of the application process.
- Where the Home Office refuses your application, advice and assistance in relation to any appeal.
We will always provide you with a quote for such services before incurring costs on your behalf.
More information about Home Office fees, including the Immigration Health Surcharge, can be found here and here.
VAT
All fees and expenses are exclusive of VAT which will be charged where appropriate according to the UK VAT rules. If our services are outside the scope of UK VAT, we do not charge VAT. We will confirm whether VAT (at a rate of 20%) is payable when we are instructed and can work out if VAT is properly chargeable.
Scope of Work and Information
Our work is reliant on the accuracy of the information provided to us by you or on your behalf. It is important that in each matter or series of matters, to the extent possible, in a timely manner you (a) provide us with information and documents desirable for us to provide our services to you, (b) inform us of your requirements and (c) inform us of any changes or additions to such information, documents and requirements.
What Services Are Included
- Discussing your circumstances in detail and confirming this visa category is the most appropriate for you and your family and what other options may be available to you
- Advising on the process and documentation required to make the relevant application, together with the strategy for demonstrating that you meet the relevant requirements within the UK Immigration Rules
- Liaising with you to obtain relevant supporting evidence, reviewing your documents, drafting online application form(s)
- Finalising and submitting your online application form(s) and assisting you to pay online application fees for the Home Office.
- Scheduling your biometric enrolment appointments with the relevant UK Visa Application Centre in your country of departure or in the UK depending on your circumstances and preparing all the documentation necessary for this.
- Advising about the outcome of the application and any further steps you need to take
Our Immigration and Nationally services are provided by, Kara Britton (https://muldoonbritton.com/about-us/our-people/kara-britton/, Asli Akoya and Keelin Claffey https://muldoonbritton.com/about-us/our-people/keelin-claffey).
How Long Will My Case Take?
We will normally be able to submit applications within two weeks of being provided with all relevant documents needed, and let our clients know at the earliest opportunity if there are any reasons why we anticipate their application will take longer than this to prepare. However, we cannot guarantee how long the Home Office will take to process your application.
The Home Office service standard is up to six months for most applications. However, for some applications it is possible to pay for additional services, including an expedited consideration of your application under a “priority” service where a decision is made in 5 working days or “super priority” service where a decision is made on the next working day. We can advise you about the costs of these additional services.
You can read the current Home Office processing times here.
If you would like information about how we will handle your case, and the fees we charge, please call us on +44 161 820 5572 or +1 212 653 0677.
Debt Recovery
The costs below apply to undisputed debt recovery matters.
Please not these fees do not apply where enforcement action is not required. If further work and advice is required, we can provide updated information on fees.
| Debt Amount* | Court Fee | Our Fee | Total |
| Up to £5,000 | £205.00 | £200.00 | £405.00 |
| £5,001 – £10,000 | £455.00 | £300.00 | £755.00 |
| £10,000 – £50,000 | 5% of claim amount | £500.00 |
A letter of claim commands a separate fee of £100.00 plus VAT.
*Interest and compensation may increase the debt amount.
VAT
All fees and expenses are exclusive of VAT which will be charged where appropriate according to the UK VAT rules. If our services are outside the scope of UK VAT, we do not charge VAT. We will confirm whether VAT (at a rate of 20%) is payable when we are instructed and can work out if VAT is properly chargeable.
What Services Are Included
- Reviewing your documents and taking your instructions.
- Carrying out searches if required.
- Drafting claim form and particulars of claim.
- Sending you payment if recovered.
- Entering Judgment in default if required and seeking payment.
- Providing advice on next steps with a fee estimate if the debt remains unpaid.
Matters usually take 8-26 weeks from receipt of instructions. If the debt is disputed or enforcement proceedings are required, this will take longer, and further costs will be incurred.
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With years of experience working in UK immigration and Litigation law, our advisors can help you understand the process and take the right steps toward obtaining your goals. Get in touch today.
