Where is cheaper to immigrate in 2026?
A side-by-side look at representative work and family visa costs across the US, UK, Canada and Australia. Amounts are shown in each country's local currency, with an approximate US-dollar equivalent — use the calculators for a precise breakdown.
| Destination | Visa type | Total estimated cost (with attorney) | ≈ in USD | Calculator |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 United States | H-1B | $5,380 – $8,380 | — | Open → |
| 🇺🇸 United States | CR-1/IR-1 | $2,855 – $5,355 | — | Open → |
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | Skilled Worker | £5,924 – £8,924 | $7,905 – $11,908 | Open → |
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | Spouse Visa | £6,669 – £9,169 | $8,899 – $12,235 | Open → |
| 🇨🇦 Canada | Express Entry | CA$4,275 – CA$8,175 | $3,051 – $5,835 | Open → |
| 🇨🇦 Canada | Spouse Sponsorship | CA$3,295 – CA$6,545 | $2,352 – $4,672 | Open → |
| 🇦🇺 Australia | 482 Skills in Demand | A$8,415 – A$12,315 | $5,991 – $8,768 | Open → |
| 🇦🇺 Australia | 820 Partner | A$13,660 – A$16,910 | $9,726 – $12,040 | Open → |
USD equivalents use ECB reference rates via Frankfurter of 18 September 2026 (1 USD = 0.74939 GBP, 1.401 CAD, 1.4045 AUD) and will drift as exchange rates move. The visas compared differ in scope and eligibility, so treat this as a rough guide, not a ranking. All figures are estimates.