What is the fee for Indefinite Leave to Remain in the UK?
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As well as the Home Office Fee of £2,885, you will need to consider other potential costs if you are planning to make an application for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) in the UK.
Use my simple calculator below to check how much your Indefinite leave to Remain Application may REALLY Cost you:

Are there any other Costs I need to Worry About?
In order to meet all of the requirements for a Spouse Visa UK Application, you may also incur other costs, such as: -
English Language Test
Another requirement of the Spouse Visa Application is evidence of sufficient knowledge of the English Language. Unless you reside in a country where English is the primary/dominant language e.g. the USA or Australia, you will need to take an English Language Test. This must be at CEFR level B1. The current cost for the this is £150.
If you have a degree or academic qualification that was taught or researched in English and recognised by Ecctis (formerly known as UK NARIC), you would not need to take the English Language Test, but will still need to obtain a confirmation letter from Ecctis, which will cost approximately £150.
Life in the UK Test
You will also need to take the Life in the UK test as part of your application for Indefinite Leave to Remain and British citizenship. The cost for this is currently £50.
Translation of Documents
Any supporting documents that are not in English or Welsh must be translated. This will typically apply to items such as Marriage and Birth Certificates that originate from non-English speaking countries. The Home Office's official rule on this is the following: Each original document must be accompanied by a full translation that can be independently verified by the Home Office. Each translated document must contain:
- confirmation from the translator that it is an accurate translation of the original document
- the date of the translation
- the translator's full name and signature
- the translator's contact details
Do I need an Immigration Lawyer to Assist me with my Application?
While it is not essential to instruct a Lawyer to handle your Visa Application for you, a good immigration lawyer can save you a lot of time and stress.
They are after all experts in this area and have vast experience to guide you effectively at every step of your application. Even if you think you have everything covered, it may be worth paying a more affordable fee for an Immigration expert to check your supporting documents and application, and avoid the potential heartache of having your application refused by the home office just because you missed something.
Everyone's case is different and if your situation is complex or you are concerned you can't meet any of the requirements, it is highly recommended you seek professional advice from a UK Immigration expert.
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