Lyon Stern Immigration Lawyer Fees
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The listed professional service fees are our standard base rates for most services and additional IRCC processing fees. Please note, that our standard base immigration lawyer fees may be adjusted based on the simplicity or complexity of any specific case.
For an initial consultation to review your case, contact us and learn how Lyon Stern can help you achieve your immigration goals.
Express Entry
| Application Type | Professional Service Fees | Government Fees |
| Express Entry Permanent Residence CEC (No Overseas Work Experience) |
Express Entry Profile $1015.00 PR Applicatication $1450.00 Total: $2465.00 |
IRCC Processing $850.00/Adult IRCC Processing $230.00/Child Biometrics $85.00/Person ROPR $515.00/Adult |
| Express Entry Permanent Residence CEC (With Overseas Work Experience) |
Express Entry Profile $1305.00 PR Applicatication $1595.00 Total: $2900.00 |
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| Express Entry Permanent Residence FSW or FST (With Overseas Work Experience) |
Express Entry Profile $1305.00 PR Applicatication $1740.00 Total: $3045.00 |
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| Additional Fees: | ||
| With Spouse | PR Applicatication $435.00 | |
| With Common Law Partner | PR Applicatication $625.00 |
Provincial Nominee Program
| Application Type | Professional Service Fees | Government Fees |
| Provincial Nominee Program Non Express Entry Aligned |
Starting at: EE Profile/PNP EOI: $1305.00 PR/PNP Applicatication: $2175.00 Total Fee: $3480.00 |
PNP Fees: $0 – $2000 IRCC Processing: $850.00/per adult IRCC Processing: $230.00/per child Right of Permanent Residence: $515.00/Adult Biometrics: $85.00 |
| Additional Fees | ||
| With Spouse/Common Law Partner | PR Applicatication: $290.00 | |
| Canadian and Overseas Work Experience | PR Applicatication: $290.00 | |
| Canadian and Overseas Education | PR Applicatication: $290.00 |
Family Sponsorship
| Application Type | Professional Service Fees | Government Fees |
| Family Sponsorship Spouse/Common Law/Conjugal |
$3625.00 | IRCC Processing: $850.00 Right of Permanent Residence Fee: $515.00 Biometrics: $85.00 |
| Family Sponsorship Parent or Grandparent |
$3190.00 | |
| Parent/Grand Parent Super Visa | $1305.00 | IRCC Processing: $100.00 Biometrics: $85.00 |
| Additional Fees | ||
| Spousal Open Work Permit | $435.00 | |
| Outside Canada | $290.00 | |
| Accompanying Child | $290 |
Study Permits
| Application Type | Professional Service Fees | Government Fees |
| Study Permit Initial Application |
$1305.00 | IRCC Processing Fee: $150.00 Biometrics: $85.00 |
| Study Permit Post Refusal Post Refusal (Lyon Stern Client) |
$1855.00 $200.00 Administrative Fee |
IRCC Processing Fee: $150.00 |
| Additional Fees | ||
| With Spouse Open Work Permit | $725.00 | |
| Accompanying Child Study Permit | $725.00 | |
| Study Permit Extension | $535.00 | |
| Restoration of Status | $535.00 |
Work Permits
| Application Type | Professional Service Fees | Government Fees |
| Work Permit LMIA Based/Employer Specific |
$1450.00 | IRCC Processing Fee: $150.00 Biometrics: $85.00 |
| Work Permit LMIA Exempt /Employer Specific |
$1885.00 | |
| Spousal Open Work Permit | $725.00 | |
| International Experience Canada (IEC) | $725.00 | |
| Bridging Open Work Permit | $475.00 | |
| Significant Benefit Work Permit | $1885.00 | |
| Vulnerable Worker Open Work Permit | $975.00 | |
| Restoration of Status | $575.00 | |
| Work Permit Extension | $475.00 |
Temporary Residence
| Application Type | Professional Service Fees | Government Fees |
| Temporary Residence Visa In Canada Applicant |
$435 | IRCC Processing Fee: $100.00 Biometrics: $85.00 |
| Temporary Residence Visa Overseas Applicant |
$870.00 | |
| Temporary Residence Visa Prior Refusal |
$1450.00 | |
| Temporary Resident Visa Extension In Canada Applicant |
$435.00 | |
| Temporary Resident Visa Renewal In Canada Applicant |
$290.00 | |
| Bridging Open Work Permit | $435.00 | |
| Restoration of Status | $535.00 | |
LMIA & International Mobility Programs
| Application Type | Professional Service Fees | Government Fees |
| Labor Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) High/Low Wage, ICT, Seasonal, ICT, Dual Intent |
$3045.00 | IRCC Processing Fee: $100.00 Biometrics: $85.00 |
| Labor Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) Global Talent Stream |
$2755.00 | |
| Labor Market Benefit Plan (LMIA) Global Talent Stream |
Consultation Required | |
| LMIA Exempt Work Permit | $1885.00 | |
| LMIA Based Work Permit | $1450.00 |
Refusals and Appeals
| Application Type | Professional Service Fees * | Government Fees |
| Humanitarian & Compassionate Submission | $3450.00 | IRCC Processing Fee: $550.00/per adult IRCC Processing Fee: $150.00/per child Biometrics: $85.00/per person |
| Temporary Resident Permit (Inadmissibility Appeal) | $1850.00 | |
| Judicial Review Request Leave |
$2030.00 | |
| Deferral of Removal Request | $875.00 | |
| Reconsideration Request | $875.00 | |
| Pre-Removal Risk Assessment | $3450.00 | |
| Criminal Rehabilitation | $675.00 | |
| Procedural Fairness Letter Response | $1450.00 | |
| ATIP Request and Refusal Analysis | $145.00 | |
| Authorization to Return to Canada | $1015.00 | |
| * These fees are a base rate and highly dependent on the complexity and unique set of facts of each specific case. |
Additional Services
| Application Type | Professional Service Fees | Government Fees |
| Permanent Residence Card Renewal | $1015.00 | IRCC Processing Fee: $50.00/per person |
| Permanent Residence Travel Document | $1015.00 | |
| Citizenship Submission | $1015.00 | IRCC Processing Fee: $630.00/per adult IRCC Processing Fee: $100.00/per child |
Important Notes:
- All fees are in Canadian dollars (CAD).
- All listed fees are standard base fees.
- Each case is unique and the fee for any case may be less or more depending on the complexity of the case.
- Services provided to clients residing in Canada are subject to a federal 5% goods and services (GST) tax.
- Hourly billing is possible upon request. Hourly rates are between $145.00 and $290.00 per hour depending on the complexity of the case and the seniority and expertise of the counsel.
- We require a retainer for all professional services. Retainers are held in a client trust account until the service is rendered.
- Milestone billing and payment plans are available upon request.


