Fee Waivers
Home Office fees can run into thousands of pounds for a family. If you genuinely cannot afford them, a fee waiver may be available, and we help you make that case properly.
This is for you if you cannot afford the Home Office application fee, the Immigration Health Surcharge, or both, for an application you're otherwise eligible to make.
What We DoMaking the financial case clearly
We assess whether you're likely to meet the fee waiver criteria, gather the financial evidence needed, and prepare representations that explain your circumstances clearly to the Home Office.
A family we've helped
“We approached Flashpoint Legal at a very stressful time for our family. As a family of five, we were facing Home Office fees of over £17,000. Flashpoint Legal carried out a detailed assessment of our circumstances, explained clearly whether we met the criteria for a fee waiver, and prepared thorough legal representations on our behalf. Our fee waiver was granted, saving our family a significant financial burden. Communication was clear, professional and structured throughout.”
Temi and Seyi · Immigration Fee Waiver Client
What it costs to get started
Your consultation fee is fixed and confirmed upfront. Following the consultation, we will confirm the scope of work and the applicable fee before you decide whether to instruct us.
Frequently asked questions
What is a fee waiver?
A fee waiver is permission from the Home Office to make certain applications without paying the usual fee, granted where the applicant can show they cannot afford it.
Who can apply for a fee waiver?
Fee waivers are available for some routes, generally where paying the fee would leave the applicant or their family without enough money to meet essential living needs.
What do I need to show?
You typically need to provide evidence of your income, savings and outgoings, so the Home Office can assess whether you genuinely cannot afford the fee.
Does a fee waiver cover the whole application fee?
Where granted, a fee waiver can cover the application fee and, in some cases, the Immigration Health Surcharge. We advise on what applies to your application.
What if my fee waiver application is refused?
We review the reasons given and advise on whether to provide further evidence, reapply, or proceed with paying the fee.
Find out if you're likely to qualify
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