Lignum Immigration Services —Fee Schedule
Transparent. Fair. No hidden costs.
Lignum’s published fees are competitive across core categories and, paired with clear service deliverables, blended discounts, and local Atlantic knowledge, position the firm as a value-first but quality-driven option for clients.
All professional fees are in Canadian dollars (CAD). Government application fees, biometrics, and third-party expenses such as translations or medical exams are not included.
Permanent Residence Applications
Permanent residence pathways differ by how you qualify ; whether it’s through skilled work experience, a provincial nomination, or family sponsorship. Our goal is to make each process as clear and predictable as possible.
Economic Immigration
Includes Express Entry, Provincial Nominee Programs (PNP), Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP), Rural Community Immigration Pilot, and LMIA-based PR. This category covers both single and dual-stage applications (nomination + PR).
| Service | Description | Base Fee (CAD) |
|---|---|---|
| Economic PR (Single Applicant) | Full representation for Express Entry or equivalent federal PR programs.(PR only, no nomination support) | $3,000 |
| Economic PR (PNP / AIP / Rural Pilot)-Single Applicant | Includes nomination support and full PR application submission. | $4,500 |
| Family (any economic stream) | Includes principal applicant and a spouse/partner. Additional dependants add 10% each. | $5,500 |
Application Review, Non-representative-Express Entry, Work Permit, Study Permit
| Service | Description | Base Fee (CAD) |
|---|---|---|
| 2 hour Audit (single applicant) | The two-hour service is a one-on-one, interactive screen-sharing session where we review your entire profile together. Once that is complete, we go through the supporting documents, and I provide recommendations in real time. You can take notes as needed. This is completed in a single session, with no follow-up calls or further discussions once the review concludes. | $440 |
| 3 day Audit (single applicant) | Under this option, you provide (in advance)a full document package for review. I spend 2 days assessing the materials independently and then send you written feedback. We then schedule a separate session on day three to review the profile itself. This typically lasts for about 30-45 minutes. The same restrictions apply related to follow up calls and so on. | $850 |
Family Sponsorship
Includes spousal, common-law, parent, grandparent, and dependent child sponsorships (inland and outland). These applications require strong documentation and proof of relationship. Fees cover representation for both sponsor and applicant.
| Service | Description | Base Fee (CAD) |
|---|---|---|
| Spousal or Common-law Sponsorship | Full representation from eligibility to PR decision (inland or outland). | $6,000-$7,000 |
| Parent / Grandparent Sponsorship | Complete application including financial assessment and documentation. | $8,000-$9,000 |
| Dependent Child Sponsorship | For one or more dependent children accompanying a parent sponsor. | $5,000–$6,000 |
Humanitarian & Compassionate (H&C)
For individuals seeking permanent residence based on compelling humanitarian grounds. These are complex, evidence-driven applications that require careful case building and legal submissions.
| Service | Description | Base Fee (CAD) |
|---|---|---|
| Humanitarian & Compassionate PR | Full application preparation including affidavits, personal narratives, and submission. | $7,000-$10,000 |
Complexity Indicators (Additional Fees)
Additional fees of $500–$1,500 may apply if any of the following factors are present:
- Prior visa refusal or misrepresentation
- Criminal or medical inadmissibility
- Missing documents requiring reconstruction
- Custody issues or multiple dependents in separate countries
- Change of status during application process
- Excessive documentation
- Urgency-based premium: +$800 for requests under 7 business days
Temporary Residence & Work Permits
Two or more dependants add 10% each.
| Service | Description | Base Fee (CAD) |
|---|---|---|
| LMIA / PNP / AIP Work Permits | Employer compliance, job offer review, and worker representation. | $2,500-$3,500 |
| International Mobility Program (IMP) Work Permits | For LMIA-exempt and employer-specific cases. | $1,500–$3,000 |
| Study Permits / Extensions | Representation for new or renewal applications. | $1,000–$1,800 |
| Visitor Visa / Super Visa / TRV / eTA | Temporary resident entries and renewals. | $500–$1,000 |
Consultations
| Service | Duration | Fee (CAD) |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Consultation (Virtual) |
Up to 30 minutes. Credited toward your service agreement if you proceed within 14 days. Up to 60 minutes. Credited toward your service agreement if you proceed within 14 days. |
$190 $230 |
Payment Terms
- Payment schedules available for applications exceeding $3,000.
- All service agreements are payable to Lignum Immigration Services Limited
- Detailed contract outline scope, deliverables, and refund terms.
- Please note the amount we charge is for the process, not the result. Results can never be guaranteed by anyone.
Why Clients Choose Lignum
- Licensed RCIC oversight on every file
- Transparent, fixed-fee pricing
- Strong Atlantic Canada employer and PNP expertise
- Proven success with complex applications
- Support available in multiple languages
How Lignum Compares
When you’re choosing who to trust with your immigration process, the difference often isn’t in the price ;it’s in who’s actually doing the work.
At Lignum, every file is personally reviewed and signed off by a licensed RCIC, not passed down to untrained assistants. Many larger firms split your case between intake clerks and offshore processors, which can lead to delays or missed details. We don’t work that way.
Our clients appreciate that we take the time to explain each stage, flag risks early, and keep communication open. We believe transparency and accountability matter more than racing to the lowest fee.
It’s why employers, families, and professionals across Atlantic Canada continue to choose Lignum ;not just for results, but for the trust that comes with knowing your case is in good hands