Legal Fees
Transparent flat-rate and hourly fees with direct representation from a Canadian immigration lawyer.
Andra Dumitrescu
Canadian Immigration Lawyer
Law Society of Ontario # 75447M
①
Discovery Call
15 minutes – No charge
A brief introductory call to identify the nature of your immigration issue and determine next steps. No legal advice, eligibility assessment, or document review is provided. Limited to one per prospective client.
②
Limited Scope Retainer
Hourly Rate – $400 CAD
Work begins after retainer is signed and paid. Includes legal advice, options assessment, and review of self-represented applications.
③
Immigration Application
Fixed Rate
Available once a specific pathway is identified. Separate written retainer required. Fixed fees apply only to the defined scope.
Temporary Residence
Visitor Visas
| Services | Principal Applicant | Spouse or Partner | Each Dependent Child |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) | $2,000 | + $800 | + $500 |
| TRV – Family Class | $1,500 | + $500 | |
| TRV – Spouse or Common Law Partner Class | $1,500 | + $500 | |
| Visitor Record | $1,200 | + $800 | + $500 |
| Business Visitor Visa | $2,200 | + $800 | + $500 |
| Digital Nomad Visa | $2,200 | + $800 | + $500 |
| Super Visa (Parents and Grandparents) | $2,200 | + $800 | |
| Temporary Resident Permit | $3,500 |
Study Permits & Post-Graduate Work Permits
| Services | Principal Applicant |
|---|---|
| Study Permit | $2,500 |
| Post-Graduate Work Permit | $2,800 |
Work Permits
| Services | Principal Applicant |
|---|---|
| LMIA-Based | $2,500 |
| Work Permit – Public Policies | $2,500 |
| Work Permit – Agreements | $3,000 |
| Work Permit – Significant Benefit (C10) | $4,000 |
| Work Permit – Entrepreneurs or Self-employed (C11) | $3,500 |
| Work Permit – Intra-company Transferees | $3,500 |
| Work Permit – Start-up Intra-Company Transfer | $6,500 |
| Work Permit – Permanent Residence Applicants in Canada | $2,000 |
| Work Permit – Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot | $2,000 |
| Work Permit – Caregivers and Home Support Workers | $2,000 |
| Work Permit – Spouse or Common Law Partner in Canada | $1,500 |
| Work Permit – Family Class | $1,500 |
| Work Permit – Start-up Visa Class | $2,000 |
| Work Permit – Reciprocal Employment | $2,000 |
| Francophone Mobility | $2,500 |
| Bridging Open Work Permit | $2,000 |
| Open Work Permit – Family Members of Temporary Residents in Canada | $2,000 |
Canadian Employers
| Services | Principal Applicant |
|---|---|
| Employer Portal – First Time Set Up | $500 |
| Employer Portal – Offer of Employment | $500 |
| Labour Market Impact Assessment | $5,000 |
Permanent Residence
Family Sponsorships
| Services | Principal Applicant | Each Dependent Child |
|---|---|---|
| Spousal Sponsorship | $4,000 | + $800 |
| Common Law Partner Sponsorship | $4,000 | + $800 |
| Conjugal Partner Sponsorship | $4,000 | + $800 |
| Parent or Grandparent Sponsorship – 1 Parent | $4,000 | + $800 |
| Parent or Grandparent Sponsorship – 2 Parents | $5,000 | + $800 |
| Child / Other Relative Sponsorship | $4,500 | + $800 |
Express Entry
| Services | Principal Applicant | Spouse or Partner | Each Dependent Child |
|---|---|---|---|
| Online Profile | $1,000 | + $400 | + $400 |
| Permanent Residence Application | $3,000 | + $800 | + $800 |
Provincial and Regional Programs
| Services | Principal Applicant | Spouse or Partner | Each Dependent Child |
|---|---|---|---|
| Provincial Nominee Programs (Non-Investor) | $4,000 | + $800 | + $800 |
| Provincial Nominee Programs (Investor) | $7,500 | + $800 | + $800 |
| Atlantic Immigration Program | $3,000 | + $800 | + $800 |
| Rural Community Immigration Pilot | $3,000 | + $800 | + $800 |
Business Immigration
| Services | Principal Applicant |
|---|---|
| Start-Up Visa | $10,000 to $25,000 |
| Self-Employed | $10,000 to $25,000 |
Other Services
Status & Citizenship
| Services | Principal Applicant |
|---|---|
| Access to Information Request | $250 |
| PR Card Renewal | $2,000 |
| Permanent Resident Travel Document | $2,000 |
| Citizenship Application | $2,000 |
Inadmissibility, Appeals & Relief
| Services | Principal Applicant |
|---|---|
| Criminal Rehabilitation | $3,500 |
| Authorization to Return to Canada | $3,500 |
| Procedural Fairness Response | $2,000 |
| Pre-Removal Risk Assessment | $5,500 |
| Humanitarian & Compassionate | $5,500 |
Judicial Review & Mandamus
| Services | Principal Applicant |
|---|---|
| Application for Leave and Judicial Review | $1,000 |
| Applicants Record | $2,000 |
| Settlement Offer (Optional) | $1,000 |
| Oral Hearing | $3,000 |
Last updated: 2025-12-12
Notice: The fees listed above represent standard starting points for professional legal services. Government filing fees, biometrics charges, translation, courier, and other third-party or incidental expenses are not included. Final fees will depend on the complexity of the matter and will be confirmed in a written retainer agreement before services commence. All fees are subject to periodic review, and any updates apply only to new retainers executed after the revision date.
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