The new fees will support the improvement of the UK immigration system for genuine applicants, making it quicker and easier to use whilst enabling us to take tough action against those who abuse it.

The fees have been set at a level that will ensure the UK remains competitive in a global market and is able to attract the migrants it needs. The Government consulted on the new charging regime last year, which along with extensive research has informed the new fee levels.

A a document detailing the transitional measures, a Q&A document and a fees table have been produced to provide you with further information.

Please note that all applications submitted on or after 2nd April 2007 will need to be made on the new application forms and must enclose payment at the new fee level. In recognition that some applications may be submitted after this date on an old form and / or accompanied by an old fee transitional measures have been put in place. The transitional measures have bee set out in the attached document.