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Flat Fee vs Hourly Immigration Counsel

Written by Global Immigrate consultants · Reviewed by Oscar Yip, Founder & Managing Director

Summary

Flat fees suit standard filings; hourly suits variable disputes.

Short answer: flat fees suit relatively standard applications; hourly suits appeals and waivers with uncertain scope. Either way, write scope and overrun rules.

FAQ

Extra charges on flat fee?

Possible if scope expands — state it in the contract.

Control hourly cost?

Set a budget cap and regular reports.

Who pays government fees?

Usually the client, separately.

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