Immigration Lawyers and Solicitors in London

We are leading UK immigration solicitors and lawyers based in London, with over 100 years of combined specialist experience in UK immigration, nationality, and human rights law.

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Immigration lawyers and solicitors in London

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Your trusted immigration lawyers and solicitors in London

Immigration solicitors play a vital role in helping individuals and their family members gain permission to live, work, study, visit, or settle in the UK. At Reiss Edwards, our dedicated team of immigration solicitors has over 100 years of combined experience in UK immigration and handling some of the most complex immigration cases.

As one of the leading immigration law firms in London, we are proud to be trusted not only by individuals but also by UK companies of all sizes. Our corporate immigration team has supported major brands, including Samsung, TM Lewin, Jurassic Fibre, Automation Logic, and LoopMe.

We are Award-Winning Immigration Lawyers in London

Reiss Edwards has a multi award-winning team of UK immigration lawyers with a proven track record of success. We have received over 1,200 five-star Google reviews, with an average rating of 4.9. Our firm was named Best Immigration Law Firm of the Year in 2018, 2019, and 2025 by the ACQ5 Global Awards. Amar Ali, our Managing Director, was honoured as ‘Gamechanger of the Year’ in both 2018 and 2019, and has been consistently recognised by ThreeBestRated as one of the top three immigration solicitors in London. He is also regularly cited as an authoritative voice on UK immigration law by Lexis Nexis and Cambridge University.

We are regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) and are proud members of the Immigration Law Practitioners’ Association (ILPA). Our firm adheres strictly to the SRA Code of Conduct, which includes commitments to consumer protection, transparency, trust, and acting in our clients’ best interests.

We offer 20-Minute Free Consultation

To help you make an informed decision, we offer a free 20-minute consultation with one of our immigration solicitors, with no obligation to proceed. Unlike many other law firms, where you may speak to an immigration consultant or advisor during a free consultation, at Reiss Edwards you will always speak directly with a qualified immigration solicitor. This ensures you receive professional opinions and accurate advice tailored to your specific circumstances. If we believe your case has a strong chance of success, we will explain how we can support you. If not, we will always be honest and transparent about why we are unable to assist.

London-Based Immigration Lawyers Supporting Clients Worldwide

Although our immigration lawyers are based in London, we assist our clients across the UK and globally with their UK immigration matters. Whether you’re in the UK, Europe, Asia, the middle east or elsewhere, we provide seamless support using secure digital platforms such as Zoom and Teams. No matter where you are located, you’ll receive the same high standard of legal service and personalised support.

What our clients say.

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This is my first time of dealing with them as my immigration lawyer. And their service is second to none, they acted for me in their best capacity and my application was approved due to their best professionalism.

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I can't thank Reiss Edwards enough for their outstanding support in helping us secure visas for my children under incredibly challenging circumstances. Their expertise, dedication, and attention to detail truly made the difference in what seemed like an impossible case.

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I’ve used Reiss Edwards for two separate visa applications, and both times the experience has been absolutely outstanding. The team is incredibly knowledgeable, professional, and supportive throughout the entire process.

How can our immigration lawyers and solicitors help?

It is not mandatory to use an immigration lawyer for your UK visa application. If your case is straightforward, you can follow the Home Office guidance and complete the online application yourself. However, many applicants find it challenging to interpret the official guidance or to identify information relevant to their specific circumstances. Working with an immigration lawyer is strongly recommended if any of the following applies:

You are unsure about your eligibility for a specific UK visa.
This is your first time applying for a UK visa.
You have a complex situation and are uncertain about the supporting documents required.
You have previously had a UK visa refused.
You want expert guidance and peace of mind throughout the application process.
You want to maximise your chances of success in your UK immigration matter.

By engaging the services of an immigration solicitor, you gain the benefit of their in-depth knowledge, expertise, and experience in the complex field of UK immigration law. The primary reason to work with an immigration solicitor is to significantly improve your chances of a successful outcome and to help ensure your visa or immigration status is granted efficiently and without unnecessary delays. Depends on your needs, our immigration lawyers can:

Advise you on your UK visa application with free consultation
Handle your UK visa application from start to finish
Review and check your documents before your application
Assist with your UK visa refusals

Advise you on your UK visa application with a free consultation

We offer a free 20-minute consultation with one of our qualified immigration solicitors. During this session, we will listen to your circumstances, explain your visa options, and offer initial legal advice tailored to your case. This allows you to make an informed decision without any obligation to proceed. If your case is more complex, we are happy to extend this time at no additional cost to ensure your questions are properly addressed. All legal advice provided is based on the current UK immigration rules and policy as of the date of your consultation.

Please note that the free consultation is not intended to provide in-depth guidance on your application. For example, we may not be able to advise on specific documents to prepare, how to complete the application form, or how to address particular challenges in your case in a very detailed way. For this, we can offer our full legal service or a paid consultation with a immigration solicitor.

Handle your UK visa application from start to finish

Our immigration team can manage your entire UK visa application on your behalf. This includes:

Advising you on eligibility and requirements
Helping you gather the correct documents
Completing and submitting your application
Communicating with the Home Office on your behalf

You will be assigned a dedicated immigration lawyer who will handle your case and keep you informed at every stage. We will communicate with you clearly and promptly, answering any questions along the way. Our goal is to make the process as smooth and stress-free as possible while maximising your chances of success.

Review and check your documents before your application

If you prefer to prepare your application yourself, we can still support you by reviewing your documents before submission. Our document-checking service ensures that your evidence meets Home Office standards and that no critical information is missing. This reduces the risk of delays or refusals due to incomplete or incorrect documentation.

Assist with your UK visa refusals

If your visa has been refused, we can advise you on the next steps based on the refusal reasons and your individual circumstances. Whether it involves a re-application, appeal, administrative review, or judicial review, our experienced immigration solicitors will recommend the most appropriate and cost-effective solution. We will guide you through the process, prepare the necessary legal arguments and supporting evidence, and if required, represent you effectively in challenging the decision.

Our immigration lawyers and solicitors.

Amar Ali

Director and Solicitor

Joe Thai Duy Dinh

Principal Solicitor

Ben Inigo-Jones

Lead Senior Associate

Sandeep Singh Reayt

Associate

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Our UK immigration services

At Reiss Edwards, we work with a wide range of clients, including high-net-worth investors, multinational corporations, small businesses, families, skilled workers, and visitors. Having successfully assisted thousands of clients with their immigration matters, we recognise the importance of providing a tailored and flexible approach to every case. Our UK immigration services include:

UK Family Visas

We help families reunite and stay together in the UK under the appropriate visa category. If you’re planning to bring your partner, child, or family member to the UK for more than six months, our immigration solicitors can guide you through every step under the most appropriate family visa route, which may include:

UK Partner and Spouse Visa
Fiance Visa(fiancée or proposed civil partner visa)
Child Dependant Visa
Adult Dependant Relative Visa
PBS dependant visa
Parent Visa
Ancestry Visa
Family Reunion Visa
EUSS Family Permit

UK Work Visas

From global professionals to skilled workers, our immigration team advises on the full range of UK work visa routes. We support clients across tech, finance, healthcare, construction, and other sectors in securing the right permission to live and work in the UK. We assist with applications for:

UK Business Visas

If you’re looking to invest in or expand a business in the UK, our immigration lawyers provide strategic legal advice and end-to-end application support. While some older visa categories have closed to new applicants such as he Tier 1 Investor Visa and Tier 1 Entrepreneur Visa, we continue to support entrepreneurs and businesses through viable alternatives, which include:

Innovator Founder Visa
Start-up Visa
UK Expansion Worker Visa (replaced the Sole Representative of an Overseas Business Visa)
Senior or Specialist Worker Visa (replaced Intra-company Transfer Visa)
Business Visitor Visa (short term)

Immigration support for Employers

Our law firm specialises in assisting UK employers with obtaining the necessary permissions to recruit international talent and in ensuring full compliance with Home Office regulations. We also provide ongoing support to leading international brands, such as Samsung, with their employees’ UK work visa applications. Whenever your business needs to hire overseas workers, our experienced lawyers are here to make the recruitment and legal process as seamless as possible. Our immigration lawyers provide service such as:

Sponsorship Licence application and employees’ UK work visa applications
Sponsor Licence suspension, revocation, and downgrading
UK Immigration Compliance Audits and Training for Employers

UK residency

Securing long-term residency in the UK is a significant milestone for many individuals and families. At Reiss Edwards, our immigration lawyers guide our clients through the complex legal and procedural requirements involved in transitioning from various immigration routes to permanent residency in the UK. This includes:

Indefinite leave to remain (ILR) / permanent residence
British citizenship through naturalisation
EU Settlement Scheme (EUSS)
British citizenship application

UK Visa Refusals and Appeals

A visa refusal can be distressing and disruptive, particularly when it affects your ability to work, join family, or build a future in the UK. Our immigration lawyers provide clear, strategic advice to help you understand the reasons behind the refusal and identify the most effective way forward. We conduct a detailed review of your case, address any weaknesses, advice on the most cost effective and high success rate solution for the next steps. For example:

Submit a new application with our guidance
Immigration decision appeal
Immigration Administrative review
Immigration Judicial review

Why choose Reiss Edwards as your UK immigration solicitors?

Direct Access to Your Immigration Solicitor

You can directly talk to your dedicated immigration solicitor with no gatekeeper from the first call. Just the support you need, when you need it.

Immigration Advice Tailored to You

No two immigration cases are the same. That’s why our legal advice and support are always personalised to suit your individual circumstances.

Personal and Compassionate Immigration Service

We care deeply about every client. We listen closely to your concerns and priorities, ensuring every step we take aligns with what matters most to you.

Clear and Practical Immigration Guidance

We cut through the legal jargon to give you straightforward advice you can trust, helping you make confident, informed decisions.

Frequently asked questions.

Our free immigration consultation typically lasts around 20 minutes. During the consultation, one of our qualified immigration lawyers will:

Review the visa route you are considering to advise if it is the most appropriate for your situation based on your individual circumstances and goals.
Outline the key eligibility requirements and potential challenges.
Discuss strategic steps you may need to take to strengthen your application.
Clarify the next steps if you choose to proceed with our services.

What is not included in the free consultation:

We do not provide a detailed or comprehensive document checklist specific to your case.
We do not review or complete visa application forms during the free consultation.
We do not carry out any substantive legal work or contact the Home Office on your behalf unless you formally instruct us and enter into a client agreement.

An immigration lawyer is a qualified solicitor regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA), and can provide full legal advice and handle complex cases. In contrast, an immigration consultant (or adviser) is regulated by the Office of the Immigration Services Commissioner (OISC) now called the Immigration Advice Authority (IAA) and is only authorised to assist with visa applications and procedural advice, depending on their accreditation level. Immigration lawyers are better suited for complex immigration cases, especially appeals, refusals, and judicial reviews, while consultants are generally limited to straightforward applications like visas and status updates.

Yes, we handle unusual and urgent immigration cases. However, we only take on matters that we believe have legal merit after carefully assessing the specific circumstances, including what makes the case urgent or complex. If we believe there is little or no realistic prospect of success, we will be honest with you and clearly explain your options. Our team of highly experienced immigration lawyers has over 100 years of combined expertise in managing a wide range of complex, time-sensitive, and high-stakes immigration issues. Whether your case involves an unexpected refusal, urgent travel requirements, or a fast-approaching visa deadline, we are well-equipped to provide tailored legal support.

Our immigration lawyers charge a fixed fee based on the complexity of your case and the type of visa you are applying for. Once we understand your circumstances and the specific visa route, we will provide a fixed quote for our services. This fee covers all work involved in preparing and submitting your visa application. It will not change once you decide to proceed with us, regardless of the number of telephone calls, emails, or meetings required to support your case. For more details about our pricing and the starting costs for different visa types, please visit our fees page.

We operate on a fixed-fee basis, agreed at the outset, to give you full clarity and control over the cost of your legal support. There are no hidden charges, and the fee is confirmed before any substantive work begins.

Payment is usually made in full upon engagement, ensuring transparency and allowing you to budget with confidence. The agreed fee is clearly set out in our client care letter, which you receive before we begin work. Even if your case requires more time than initially estimated, you will not be charged extra — this is the benefit of our fixed-fee model, designed to provide certainty and peace of mind. In some cases, we may offer the option to split the payment into two instalments — typically 50% upfront and 50% at an agreed stage of the process. Please note: Home Office fees must be paid directly by you using your own payment method. We do not add any surcharge or markup on government fees, unless you are an approved corporate client with a billing account in place.

Accreditations and awards.

Department for international development accreditation