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With effect from 6 April new fee increases for immigration applications will be introduced. The majority of the fees will be increased by 3% however the fees for dependants will rise steeply as the current discount will be reduced from 50% to 25% of the main applicant fee. A document showing the new fees can be found on the UKBA website (click on the link under 'Related Documents' in the top right hand corner).
In addition, the UK Border Agency (UKBA) will introduce a measure to counteract the widespread abuse of the appointment booking system. When booking online for an in person appointment at one of the Public Enquiry Offices (PEO) the fees will be payable in advance. If an appointment is subsequently cancelled without good reason and not rebooked, a £100 appointment fee may be retained by the UKBA.
The main changes are summarised below:
For more information, please contact a member of the immigration team.
We welcome views and opinions about the issues raised in this blog. Should you require specific advice in relation to personal circumstances, please use the form on the contact page.
Lisa Robertson
Alfie Cranmer
Melinka Berridge
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