UK Immigration Lawyers & Solicitors in London

Leading Immigration Lawyers in London

Our UK immigration lawyers at the IAS London branch are some of the best immigration lawyers in the country. All of our London immigration lawyers are OSIC accredited and have over 50 years of experience in the practice of UK immigration law. We believe that everyone should be able to access reliable and professional immigration advice and assistance.

Our team of immigration solicitors in London offer assistance with all UK immigration matters including both personal and corporate immigration issues, from UK visa applications, to help with hiring overseas workers. Our services include legal advice, application help, fast-track application services and assistance with appeals. We also provide urgent consultations for those facing human rights issues such as deportation or immigration detention. Our immigration lawyers are highly knowledgeable about the UK immigration rules and can assist with even the most complex immigration matters.

Our immigration solicitors work across all areas of UK immigration law including matters related to British citizenship, Indefinite Leave to Remain, Family visas, work permits and much more. Here at IAS, we are dedicated to meeting all of the immigration needs of our clients, which is why we employ specialist team members that are available to handle even the most complex issue.

Immigration Advice Service London Location

Spaces
60 Cannon Street
London
EC4N 6NP

Call this office on:
020 3813 5248

Do You Need an Immigration Lawyer in London?

Whilst it is technically possible to submit a UK immigration application without professional assistance, doing so carries considerable risk. UK immigration law is highly complex, with rules constantly being updated and interpreted strictly by the Home Office. 

You should strongly consider instructing an immigration lawyer if any of the following apply to you: 

• You are unsure which visa route is right for your circumstances 

• You have a previous visa refusal or overstay on your immigration history 
• You have a criminal record or pending criminal proceedings 
• Your case involves complex family arrangements or dependants 
• You are facing deportation, removal, or immigration detention 
• You need to meet a strict deadline for an application or appeal 
• You have already submitted an application and received a refusal 

Even in more straightforward cases, having a professional prepare and check your application significantly reduces the risk of refusal. A refused application results in lost fees, lost time, and potential damage to your future immigration options. Getting it right first time is nearly always more cost-effective in the long run. 

Our Immigration Lawyers in London – What Sets Us Apart

Many firms offer immigration advice in London. Here is what distinguishes IAS: 

OISC-Accredited Professionals: Every member of our legal team is fully accredited by the Office of the Immigration Services Commissioner (OISC). This means you receive regulated, professional advice that meets the highest legal standards in the UK. 

Over 50 Years of Combined Experience: Our London solicitors and caseworkers bring decades of hands-on experience across the full spectrum of UK immigration law, from straightforward visitor visas to complex asylum and human rights cases. 

A Truly Personal Service: When you instruct IAS, you are assigned a dedicated caseworker who manages your case from start to finish. You will always know who to contact, and you will never be passed around between departments. 

Transparent, Fixed-Fee Pricing: We charge fixed fees for all of our service packages. There are no hidden costs or unexpected bills. Before any work begins, you will receive a clear, written quote covering everything you need. 

Flexible Appointments: We offer remote appointments via phone, Zoom or Microsoft Teams. Our service is just as thorough whichever option you choose. 

Seven Days a Week Availability: Our team is available seven days a week, between 8:30am and 6:00pm, so you can reach us when it matters most.

Immigration Services Our London Team Provides

Personal Immigration Services 

Visa Applications  

Our London caseworkers assist with the full range of UK visa applications, including: 

• Family visas – Spouse and Partner visa, Fiancé(e) visa, Dependent Child visa, and Adult Dependent visa 

• Work visas – Skilled Worker Visa, Health and Care Worker Visa, Global Talent Visa, Innovator Founder Visa, and all other work-based routes 

• Student visas – Student Visa, Child Student Visa, and Graduate Visa 

• Visitor visas – Standard Visitor Visa, Business Visitor Visa, Marriage Visitor Visa, and Transit Visas 

• Settlement and residency – Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR), Long Residence, EU Settlement Scheme, and British citizenship 

Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR)  

ILR grants you the right to live and work in the UK without any time-based restrictions and is an essential step towards British naturalisation. The eligibility criteria are strict and vary depending on your visa route. Our specialists guide you through every requirement, including the Life in the UK Test, the English language requirement, and the continuous residence rules. 

British Citizenship and Naturalisation  

Becoming a British citizen is a significant milestone. Our lawyers assist clients with citizenship by naturalisation, citizenship by descent, citizenship by birth, and dual nationality applications. We help you gather the required documentation, check you meet the good character requirement, and submit a thorough, well-evidenced application on your behalf. 

Asylum and Humanitarian Protection 

Our London team includes experienced practitioners who handle asylum claims, humanitarian protection applications, and fresh claims. We understand how sensitive and high-stakes these cases are, and we approach every client's situation with the care, confidentiality, and expertise it deserves. We also offer Legal Aid services for eligible clients. 

Appeals, Administrative Reviews, and Judicial Reviews 

 A refusal is not necessarily the end of the road. Our specialist appeals team can assess the grounds for challenging a Home Office decision, advise on whether an appeal, administrative review, or judicial review is appropriate, compile a supporting evidence bundle, and represent you at the First-tier Tribunal. 

Immigration Detention  

If you or a loved one is being held in an immigration removal centre, time is of the essence. Our team can advise on bail applications, challenge unlawful detention, and work to prevent removal from the UK. 

Corporate Immigration Services 

London is the UK's leading business hub, home to multinational corporations, fast-growing start-ups, and everything in between. Managing international workforces requires specialist legal support, and that is precisely what our corporate immigration team delivers. 

Sponsor Licence Applications and Compliance  

Before you can hire a skilled worker from overseas, your business must hold a valid Sponsor Licence issued by the Home Office. Our corporate solicitors manage the entire application process and advise on your ongoing compliance duties, including record-keeping, right-to-work checks, and reporting obligations. 

Certificate of Sponsorship  

Once you hold a Sponsor Licence, we assist with assigning Certificates of Sponsorship (CoS) to your overseas employees and guide you through the Skilled Worker visa process from the employer's perspective. 

Sponsor Licence Suspensions, and Revocations  

If your licence is under review or has been suspended or revoked by the Home Office, our team can advise on your options and represent your organisation in any resulting proceedings. 

Global Business Mobility Visas  

For multinational businesses relocating staff to the UK, we assist with Senior or Specialist Worker Visas, Graduate Trainee Visas, Expansion Worker Visas, and other Global Business Mobility routes. 

Business Visas  

For entrepreneurs and investors, we advise on the Innovator Founder Visa, the Global Talent Visa, and the Scale-Up Visa, helping you identify the most appropriate route and build the strongest possible application.

Benefits of Working with IAS Lawyers in London

Our London team are experienced and sympathetic immigration lawyers who can deliver a range of benefits to your immigration case or application.

The benefits of working with us include the following:

• Expert advice from immigration advisers who have worked for years in the UK immigration sector, with many of them having been through the immigration process themselves
• One-to-one support from a caseworker who will be personally assigned to your case
• A range of packages and services to suit your budget and needs, depending on the type of help you require
• Help even after your meeting with our consultants, and the ability to reach out to us after a session with follow-up questions
• Fast-track services for urgent applications or applications that need to be submitted to a deadline
• The choice of face-to-face meetings in one of our London offices or virtual meetings over the phone, Zoom or Teams at times to suit you

To find out more about our services and what we could do for you, reach out to us today. Call us on 020 3813 5248 or contact us through our online form.

How much does it cost to hire an immigration lawyer in London?

Because each immigration issue is different, there is no way to predict exactly how much it will cost to hire an immigration lawyer. However, here at IAS, we are committed to ensuring that there are no hidden costs in the services that we provide, which is why we use fixed fees for our advice, application and appeal packages.

Your fixed fee will be calculated based on your type of enquiry. You can receive a quote simply by getting in touch with our team. The quote you receive will cover all of the services that you will require.

It’s important to note that our quotes vary as they take into account several different factors such as the complexity of your case and the number of resources and services that you will require.

When considering the cost of hiring an immigration lawyer to assist you with your immigration application, you should take into account the application fee. Application fees are expensive, they also change every year and tend to rise. Without the assistance of an immigration specialist, it can be easy to make a mistake with your application or to not submit enough supporting evidence, this means that the chance of having your application refused is much higher.

If you have your application rejected, you won’t get your application fee back and will have to pay it again if you make another application. This is why hiring an immigration lawyer can actually work out as much more cost-effective. The success rate of applications supported by professionals are much higher than those that aren’t, and by hiring someone to assist you with your initial application, you will be less likely to spend further time and money on a new application or an appeal.

It is important to note that if you have a criminal conviction, it will most likely have a negative impact on your application. You may be able to extend your leave instead, which our IAS lawyers can assist you with.

Our Immigration Service Packages

We offer the following service packages through our London branch:

Advice package: During your immigration advice session, one of our caseworkers will discuss your situation with you and find out more about what you would like to achieve. Following this, they will assess your eligibility for any relevant immigration routes and will provide you with comprehensive advice by taking you through each of your options.

Once you have decided which route you would like to go ahead with, they will explain the application process to you and will tell you exactly what you will need for the application.

Application package: For when you need complete peace of mind. One of our caseworkers will be assigned to your case and take care of the entire application process for your visa or immigration route from start to finish, ensuring no room for error. We will also follow up with the Home Office on your behalf and help handle any issues or concerns that may occur after submission.

Document checking service: If you have a completed application ready to go and need extra reassurance before you send it off, our document checking service can help reassure you that your supporting documents are correctly compiled and chosen to best support your case. We can also check over your application to ensure the same.

Appeals package: Have you had a visa refusal or rejection and not sure where to go from here? Our appeals package can give you all the tools and support you need to try submitting a second time and get that acceptance. We can provide full legal representation and advice if you need to take an appeal or administrative review for your immigration application, helping you to identify where things went wrong the first time round and minimising chances of another refusal.

Our immigration lawyers are trained in all areas of immigration law and can provide you with reliable and professional advice.