Legal Fees for Canadian Immigration Applications | Transparent Pricing
Canadian immigration lawyer fees, including discovery calls, hourly limited-scope retainers, and fixed-fee application services.
HOW IT WORKS
Three-step path to qualify your matter early, define the scope, and keep fees predictable.
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No charge
Discovery Call
A 15-minute introductory call to identify your immigration matter and determine the appropriate next step.
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Hourly Rate
CAD $420
Limited-Scope Services
Available for legal advice, eligibility and options assessments, document review, refusal reviews, and review of self-represented applications.
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Fixed-rate
Application
Once the immigration pathway and scope of work are established, full representation may proceed under a fixed-fee retainer.
Temporary Residence
Visitor Visas
| Services | Principal Applicant | Spouse or Partner | Each Dependent Child |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temporary Resident Visa | $2,200 | + $800 | + $500 |
| Temporary Resident Visa – Family Class | $1,500 | + $500 | |
| Temporary Resident Visa – Spouse or Common Law Partner Class | $1,500 | + $500 | |
| Visitor Record | $1,500 | + $800 | + $500 |
| Business Visitor | $2,200 | + $800 | + $500 |
| Super Visa | $2,200 | + $800 | |
| Temporary Resident Permit | $4,500 |
Study Permits & Post-Graduate Work Permits
| Services | Principal Applicant |
|---|---|
| Study Permit | $3,000 |
| Study Permit Extension | $2,000 |
| Study Permit + Restoration of Status | $4,000 |
| Post-Graduate Work Permit (C43) | $2,800 |
| Post-Graduate Work Permit + Restoration of Status | $3,800 |
Work Permits
| Services | Principal Applicant |
|---|---|
| LMIA-Based Work Permit | $2,500 |
| Significant Benefit – C10 Work Permit | $4,500 |
| Entrepreneurs or Self-employed – C11 Work Permit | $4,500 |
| Intra-company Transferee – C62 Work Permit | $3,500 |
| Intra-company Transferee – C63 Work Permit | $3,500 |
| Start-up Intra-Company Transferee – C61 Work Permit | $4,500 |
| Family Member of Economic Class PR Applicant – C49 Work Permit | $2,500 |
| Provincial Nominee – T13 Work Permit | $2,500 |
| Spouse or Common Law Partner in Canada Class – A70 Work Permit | $2,000 |
| Family Class – A74 Work Permit | $2,000 |
| Start-up Visa Class – A77 Work Permit | $2,000 |
| Reciprocal Employment – C20 Work Permit | $2,500 |
| Francophone Mobility – C16 Work Permit | $3,000 |
| Bridging Open Work Permit – A75 Work Permit | $2,000 |
| Spouse or Partner of Foreign Worker (TEER 0-3) – C41 Work Permit | $2,000 |
| Spouse or Partner of Foreign Worker (TEER 4-5) – C47 Work Permit | $2,000 |
| Spouse or Partner of International Student – C42 Work Permit | $2,000 |
| Dependent Child of Foreign Worker (TEER 0-3) – C46 Work Permit | $2,000 |
| Dependent Child of Foreign Worker (TEER 4-5) – C48 Work Permit | $2,000 |
Canadian Employers
| Services | Principal Applicant |
|---|---|
| Employer Portal – Initial Set Up | $800 |
| Employer Portal – Offer of Employment | $800 |
| Labour Market Impact Assessment | $5,500 |
Permanent Residence
Family Sponsorships
| Services | Principal Applicant | Each Dependent Child |
|---|---|---|
| Spousal Sponsorship | $5,500 | + $800 |
| Common Law Partner Sponsorship | $5,500 | + $800 |
| Conjugal Partner Sponsorship | $5,500 | + $800 |
| Parent or Grandparent Sponsorship – 1 Parent | $5,500 | + $800 |
| Parent or Grandparent Sponsorship – 2 Parents | $6,500 | + $800 |
| Dependent Child Sponsorship | $5,500 | + $800 |
Express Entry System and Permanent Residence Applications
| Services | Principal Applicant | Spouse or Partner | Each Dependent Child |
|---|---|---|---|
| Express Entry Profile | $1,000 | + $400 | + $400 |
| Canadian Experience Class | $4,500 | + $800 | + $800 |
| Provincial Nominee Class – Express Entry | $4,500 | + $800 | + $800 |
| Provincial Nominee Class – Non-Express Entry | $5,000 | + $800 | + $800 |
| Federal Skilled Trades Class – Express Entry | $4,500 | + $800 | + $800 |
| Federal Skilled Worker Class – Express Entry | $4,500 | + $800 | + $800 |
Provincial Nominee Programs
| Services | Starting Legal Fee |
|---|---|
| Alberta Advantage Immigration Program | |
| Worker Nomination Streams | $3,000 |
| Entrepreneur Streams | $5,000 |
| British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program | |
| Skills Immigration | $3,000 |
| Entrepreneur Immigration | $5,000 |
| Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program | |
| Ontario Workforce Priority Stream – Expression of Interest | $800 |
| Ontario Workforce Priority Stream – Nomination Application | $2,500 |
| Other Provincial Nominee Programs | |
| Worker Nomination Streams | $3,000 |
| Entrepreneur Streams | $5,000 |
Regional Immigration Programs
| Services | Starting Legal Fee |
|---|---|
| Atlantic Immigration Program – Candidate Stage | $3,500 |
| Atlantic Immigration Program – Permanent Residence | $4,500 |
| Rural Community Immigration Pilot – Candidate Stage | $3,500 |
| Rural Community Immigration Pilot – Permanent Residence | $4,500 |
| Francophone Community Immigration Pilot – Candidate Stage | $3,500 |
| Francophone Community Immigration Pilot – Permanent Residence | $4,500 |
Business Immigration
| Services | Starting Legal Fee |
|---|---|
| Start-Up Visa | $10,000 to $25,000 |
| Self-Employed | $10,000 to $25,000 |
Other Services
Inadmissibility, Status and Appeals
| Services | Starting Legal Fee |
|---|---|
| Access to Information Request – GCMS Notes | $300 |
| Permanent Resident Card Renewal | $2,500 |
| Permanent Resident Travel Document | $2,500 |
| Procedural Fairness Letter Response | $3,000 |
| Procedural Fairness Letter Response – Misrepresentation | $4,000 |
| Procedural Fairness Letter Response – Inadmissibility | $4,000 |
| Humanitarian & Compassionate | $7,000 |
| Humanitarian & Compassionate (family) | $8,000 |
| Reconsideration Request | $3,000 |
Federal Court Remedies
| Services | Starting Legal Fee |
|---|---|
| Application for Leave and Judicial Review | $2,000 |
| Applicant’s Record | $3,500 |
| Settlement Offer (Optional) | $1,500 |
| Oral Hearing | $4,000 |
| Demand Letter | $1,500 |
Last updated: 2026-08-25
Notice: The fees listed above represent standard starting points for professional legal services. Government filing fees, taxes, 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.
