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Book Immigration Advice Session: Get Clarity Before You Apply

Get clear, personalised immigration advice from IAA-regulated immigration advisers before you spend money on an application. In one 30–60 minute session you’ll learn which route fits your situation, what evidence you need and where the risks are.

✔ Check your eligibility before applying

✔ Understand and reduce your refusal risks

✔ Get a clear action plan in writing

Call us on +44 (0)333 414 9244 for immediate help and assistance with your situation.

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Why Book Immigration Advice Service With IAS?

Immigration applications are expensive, and refusals are even more costly.
Our Immigration Advice Package gives you clarity before you apply, so you know:

Whether you qualify
What documents you need
Your chances of success

What risks exist in your case
The best strategy for approval
The answers to your questions

Speak to an adviser now to avoid costly mistakes and understand your immigration options.

What our clients are saying

Immigration Advice Service4.7

Based on 2011 reviews

Priscilla Botchway

8 hours ago

My COS was revoked and my visa was due to expire. I contacted IAS, they came through for me. My Solicitor who handled my case was Marie, she was there, provided advice and walk me through. I want to say thank you to IAS, especially Marie and her team.

Noel Furtado

13 hours ago

I just received my certificate of British citizenship last week. Marie Nguekam was very helpful, supportive and knowledgeable during this process. I would recommend Marie and this office to anyone looking to file for British citizenship.

Amy “Romee” Jewel

24 hours ago

Laura Christian was extremely helpful in letting us know our options for the immigration process. She answered all of our questions and made us feel more at ease in the immigration process then had we attempted to apply on our own

Siddhartha Basu

1 week ago

Saima Jabeen was extremely helpful during my advice session. She gave clear guidance and followed up with a detailed advice letter. Farhine Chowdhury was assigned as my caseworker, and provided me expert support and advice throughout the process. I am pleased to have made use of IAS' services.

Edoardo Vescovi

2 weeks ago

I could book a non-urgent appointment within 2 weeks. The person on the phone was very kind to go through multiple available dates with me and finalise the booking for the entire 5-10m. The person on the video-call was knowledgeable, highlighting points that I had overlooked, despite gathering and reflecting on my information for quite a while. I'm still using that advice today.

Marilyn Schoechlin

2 weeks ago

I had a very good contact and their advice were clear.

Chimkaha Ngubo

2 weeks ago

Awesome!

Manuel Márquez Ruiz

2 weeks ago

I highly recommend IAS. Thanks to Anne Liu who has been utterly professional yet a wealth of expertise. Always a polite and approachable case lawyer, with remarkable both customer service and efficient assistance in the whole process for a successful visa application.

Ridley

2 weeks ago

Laura Christian has been very helpful in giving me advice and the information I needed. Immigration law is very strict and confusing, but this service breaks it down in manageable chunks and hiring them makes the application process a lot smoother and without too much stress.

Mohammed Fhaid

2 weeks ago

I would like to thank Mark for taking the time to review my case and provide detailed legal advice. He was professional, respectful and took the time to explain the relevant immigration options and limitations clearly. I would also like to mention that my initial contact with IAS was with Nadeen Taylor. From the beginning, I explained that my main concern was not simply obtaining a Student visa, but finding a possible lawful way to leave Gaza and continue my studies in the UK. I specifically asked whether IAS could assist with this particular aspect of my situation, and I was reassured that this could be looked into. While the advice I ultimately received clarified a number of important points, I had hoped that the specific issue of possible evacuation from Gaza, including whether there might be an exceptional or alternative legal mechanism, could be explored further. Overall, I appreciate Mark’s professionalism and the time he spent considering my circumstances. I am grateful for the assistance provided and for the clarity of the advice I received.

peter mccann

2 weeks ago

Very helpful and knowledgeable

Eddie O'Neil

3 weeks ago

Highly recommend this service. My caseworker, Charlene Phillips, was very knowledgeable, professional & was able to answer all of our questions & put our minds at ease. She helped my partner & I with the guidance we needed to make a plan which would finally see us re-locate together.

Noah Izadpanah

3 weeks ago

I am incredibly grateful to Clare for all the support and hard work she has given me throughout my asylum case. After everything I have been through, receiving my Visa was an incredibly emotional and unforgettable moment for me. Clare was always patient, supportive and understanding, and she stood by me throughout a very difficult period of my life. I truly appreciate all the time, effort and care she put into my case. Her support meant more to me than I can put into words, and I will never forget her kindness. Thank you so much, Clare, for everything you have done for me. ❤️

David C

3 weeks ago

Ms Saimah Razzaq assisted me in successfully obtaining my wife's settlement, having helped on her prior visas also. She has always been professional, efficient and helpful in advising exactly what documents and other information is required that she then checks prior to finally submitting the application. She will answer any questions that you you may have, and gives feedback along the way. I can highly recommend Saimah to assist you.

David Morley

3 weeks ago

Carina gave me great advice and guidance, really easy to talk to

King Hashim

3 weeks ago

5/5 Stars — Exellant service "I cannot thank Saima Razzaq enough for all her hard work and support throughout our ILR application process. From start to finish she was professional, patient, and kept us updated every step of the way. We faced delays and extra checks due to being self-employed, which made the process longer and more stressful than expected. Saima was there through it all — giving clear advice, helping us chase things up, and guiding us on making formal complaints and claiming a refund when the service took far longer than promised. She fought our corner properly and never gave up. My husband has now had his application approved and we are absolutely over the moon. We couldn’t have got here without Saima’s help. If you need assistance with immigration applications, Saima Razzaq is the person to go to. Thank you so much!"

C.M. Jacob

3 weeks ago

Han Wei was an incredible source of knowledge, support and expertise for my settlement application. I could not have acheived a positive outcome without her and her team

Robert Scheer

3 weeks ago

I would like to say thank you so much for all your help and support. I couldn't have been happier with the outcome.

Hilary LeFur

3 weeks ago

My immigration enquiry was rather unusual and complex. I spoke to Mark Rigby an Immigration Advice Lawyer who was patient, understanding and offered clear, detailed advice. A comprehensive explanation of future procedures required and associated fees was given. This conversation was helpful and reassuring.

Adenike

3 weeks ago

Rachel was really attentive, calm and encouraging. She took the time to listen and explain everything clearly. I definitely recommend this service; it was worth the investment.

Vanshika Agrawal

4 weeks ago

Working with Abdul on our spouse visa extension has been an absolute pleasure. He’s been incredibly professional and meticulous with our paperwork. He helped us navigate the complex process of visa extension and moved so quickly whenever we needed extra help - even drafting custom letters to prove my right to work and rent while we wait for the decision. His warm, collaborative approach made this process incredibly easy. I can't thank him enough and highly recommend him to anyone looking for a brilliant immigration lawyer!

Ahmed Mansoor

4 weeks ago

I did my Spouse Visa Application inside the UK with the help of IAS and my case worker was Abdul Mutee who helped me throughout the process from documentation to the application and finally after the application I got a positive response from the home office.

Nesrine Shalabi

4 weeks ago

My residency was renewed promptly and without glitches.

Stephanie Shoemaker

4 weeks ago

My experience with IAS has been fabulous so far Laura Christian was very helpful in taking the time to research what my options were based on my needs and wants can’t recommend her enough

Katende Moses

4 weeks ago

I appreciate the professional handling and advice by counsel Shazia Ershad and the Immigration advice service as a whole.

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Peace of Mind with Immigration

Experts

✔Over 55,000 successful applications prepared.

✔ 20+ years combined immigration expertise.

Dina Modi

Immigration Casework Supervisor

Han Wei

Immigration Caseworker

Lola Tinubu

Immigration Casework Supervisor

Houri Zahedi

Partner & Immigration Lawyer

Eyram Osei-Agyemang

Immigration Casework Supervisor

Irfan Waheed

Immigration Lawyer

Matteo Di Battista

Immigration Caseworker

John Cahill

Partner & Immigration Lawyer

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We Take The Stress Out Of Immigration

Global immigration law is complex, and applying for the correct visa can be challenging. At IAS, we can help you identify the most suitable immigration route for your circumstances.

Our team has direct experience in all areas of immigration in the countries we cover, including family visas, study visas, business immigration licences, settled status or permanent residence applications, citizenship applications and obtaining passports, work visa applications, visitor visas, and asylum applications. We provide advice, application support, visa appeal support, and representation in judicial proceedings.

Immigration Advice Session FAQs: Cost, Length and What to Expect

With our in-depth knowledge of immigration law, we can provide you with expert advice. We are also here to help you with every stage of your visa application process, from initial consultation to the submission of your forms.

Your immigration advice sessions lasts between 30-60 minutes.

One of our top immigration advisers will be assigned to you, helping you to prepare for your immigration journey.

All our lawyers are certified and have years of experience.

Visa and nationality advice is normally the lowest cost option, while more complex cases involving legal and appeals advice can cost more.
We offer competitive, industry-standard rates for all our law services.

We are committed to processing your case as soon as you decide to hire one of our expert lawyers. Nevertheless, certain advice sessions may be particularly time-sensitive and require a strict timeframe.

In this case, we can prioritise your advice session for an appointment within 72 hours for a nominal fee.

We also offer application checking and application submission services, depending on how much support you need with your application. We can help with legal advice, reviews, appeals, and county court representation if you are detained at an airport or in a country outside your own.

We have offices around the world including 14 offices in the UK and a headquarters in Manchester.

You can find us anywhere though. Our immigration lawyers offer remote appointments via video link or phone call, wherever you are in the world.

We recognise the urgency involved with claiming asylum, and we are committed to offering immediate support to those who have left their country and are unable to go back due to fear of persecution.

At IAS, we have already assisted several asylum claimants, helping them receive the humanitarian protection they needed.

Our high-quality legal services are also dedicated to those who are being held in an immigration removal centre. You can seek our help at any point during your detention, including if you are at the airport. Our lawyers are constantly available to offer immediate support to those who are in need, meaning that we can start working on your case within 24 hours of your enquiry or phone call.

Our Deportation/Detention Application Package includes:

Visiting the person at the detention centre to assess the circumstances
Advising on which application to make to solve your situation
Applying for bail to an immigration judge
Our complete legal support for you and your beloved ones until a decision is reached for the case

Speak to our professionals to learn how we can help you get out of bail detention, and how we can arrange a detainee visit for your relatives.

Yes — IAS’s Advice Package includes sessions specifically for Skilled Worker cases, covering Certificate of Sponsorship accuracy, SOC code eligibility, and salary-threshold compliance with an IAA or SRA-regulated adviser.

Solicitors are regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA); non-solicitor immigration advisers are regulated by the Immigration Advice Authority (IAA, formerly the OISC) at one of three competence levels. IAS’s team includes both, covering the full range of case complexity.

IAS is regulated by both the IAA and, for its solicitors, the SRA — regulated firms are not permitted to guarantee outcomes, which is worth knowing when comparing providers that do. Rather than comparing against any single named competitor, the key checks for any provider are: their regulator, their level of authorisation, and whether they’ll put your advice in writing.

We’re here to help. You can call us, email us, visit one of our multiple offices or speak to us via live chat.

Untimed Advice Sessions

If you want to find out how IAS’ immigration lawyers can help you, you can book an advice session with one of our advisers.

By choosing our Advice Package, you can meet with your dedicated adviser to discuss your situation. You will be able to ask any questions and you will receive detailed information on your case. Together with your lawyer, you will:

Explore your opportunities to get your desired result;
Learn more about the criteria required to qualify for your chosen immigration route;
Check if you hold the necessary documentation to build an adequate portfolio of evidence;
Outline the expected time-frames to process your case and receive a response from the authorities.

At the end of this advice session, you will have seven days to ask any follow-up questions free of charge. If you are happy with our services and with our plan of action, you can employ the services of your lawyer to complete your application on your behalf.

If you are unable to travel to one of our offices, will be happy to work for you remotely, and arrange your next advice session via Skype or over the phone.

UK Visa Application Help

If you wish to receive complete guidance on your immigration journey, you can hire one of our professional lawyers and choose our bespoke Application Package.

This service is designed to offer complete assistance on any UK Visa application case.

One of our most talented immigration advisers will be assigned to you, helping you to prepare and submit your case, as well as monitor the progress of your application, liaising with the Home Office until you get your desired outcome.

Our services include not only an in-depth review of your case, but complete assistance in meeting the legal requirements and qualifying for your visa. We will:

Review your situation to ensure that you meet the conditions required to qualify for your desired visa;
Help you organise your bundle of supporting documents;
Write a Letter of Representation. This declaration, written by your lawyer, will highlight the merits of your case;
Complete and submit your application forms and paperwork on your behalf.

Get in touch today to meet your dedicated caseworker and learn how we can take care of your case, including completing and submitting your forms to the Home Office on your behalf.

Appeal Services & Legal Representation

We understand that a failed visa application can be devastating for you, your family or your business. For this reason, we believe that your aspirations shouldn’t necessarily be wrecked by an application rejection letter. Therefore, we provide a dedicated Appeal Package designed to give you the best possible chance of success.

As a part of our services, we will:

Investigate the reason for your refusal;
Assess your options to submit an appeal;
If you wish to challenge the Home Office’s verdict and file an administrative review, we will help you produce a successful bundle of documents to support the merits of your case;

If necessary, we will also be ready to represent you at the full hearing before the tribunal and liaise with the authorities until your case is finally solved. You can also contact the Home Office directly if you wish.

Fast-Track Applications Service

We are committed to processing your case as soon as you decide to hire one of our expert lawyers. Nevertheless, certain visa applications may be particularly time-sensitive and require you to submit your forms within a strict timeframe.

If you are worried about meeting a specific deadline, or if you wish to receive a response from the UKVI as soon as possible, our bespoke Fast-Track Application Package can suit your needs. This includes:

An untimed session with our lawyers to discuss your case;
Extensive application & supporting documentation check;
Liaison with the Home Office to monitor the progress of your application.

One of our professionals will offer immediate support, and will book a Home Office’s Same-Day Premium Service slot on your behalf. In other words, your case will become a top priority for our team, and we will ensure your application is processed in time to meet your deadline.

Documents & Records Checking Service

Compiling an extensive and adequate bundle of supporting documents is a crucial step to ensure that your application is successful.

If you fail to provide the Home Office with satisfactory evidence of your current situation and your eligibility, your case will most likely be delayed or even rejected.

For this reason, although you may feel comfortable with completing your forms on your own, it is still advisable to seek the advice of an immigration expert.

By choosing our Application Checking services, one of our lawyers will:

Check through your application forms and documents to assess their adequacy;
Ensure that your paperwork is filed correctly and that there are no mistakes;
Offer dedicated guidance based on your circumstances;
Advise you on any amendments which may help you get a positive outcome from your application.

If you are happy with our services, you can entrust your case with our experts, and receive our complete guidance on your application.

Call us today to discuss your case and find out what our UK immigration lawyers can do for you.

Asylum and Detainee Help

We recognise the urgency involved with claiming asylum, and we are committed to offering immediate support to those who have left their country and are unable to go back due to fear of persecution.

At IAS, we have already assisted several asylum claimants, helping them receive the humanitarian protection they needed.

Our high-quality legal aid services are also dedicated to those who are being held in an immigration removal centre. You can seek our help at any point during your detention, including if you are at the airport. Our lawyers are constantly available to offer immediate support to those who are in need, meaning that we can start working on your case within 24 hours of your enquiry or phone call.

Our Deportation/Detention Application Package includes:

Visiting the person at the detention centre to assess the circumstances;
Advising on which application to make to solve your situation;
Applying for bail to an immigration judge;
Our complete legal support for you and your beloved ones until a decision is reached for the case.

Speak to our professionals to learn how we can help you get out of bail detention, and how we can arrange a detainee visit for your relatives.

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Meeting Your Immigration Needs Globally

Immigration Advice Service is here to help when you need expert immigration legal advice and services in the following countries.

After Your Immigration Advice Session: Your Next-Step

After your immigration advice session, it is a good idea to evaluate your options to decide whether you need any further assistance.

We provide support or comprehensive legal or application assistance, depending on the complexity of your case. We offer services including:

If you are unsure what you need, simply start with an advice session and we will explain your next steps. Then, you can decide what you need from us.

What’s Included in the Immigration Advice Package

Our immigration Advice Pacakge is the ideal option if you are looking for expert immigration legal advice. With this service, you will have a one-on-one session with one of our immigration lawyers.

Your immigration lawyer will consider your case and offer bespoke advice, and they will advise you on the optimum route to take to achieve your desired result.

During your advice session, you will be able to discuss your case and get detailed information about your options to proceed with your case. We will: