Tribunal fee calculator (multi-jurisdiction)

Estimate the issue, hearing, and oral-hearing fees for the main UK tribunals — Employment, First-tier (Property, Tax, Immigration, Social Entitlement), Upper Tribunal, and the Court of Protection.

Calculator — accuracy depends on current rates

This calculator uses the rules and figures published on the dates shown. Rates, thresholds, and fees change — always verify the current figure on the official government website before paying or filing. The output is not legal advice.

Rates current as of: 2026-06-16.

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When to use this tool

Use before bringing an application or appeal to scope likely tribunal costs and check whether you qualify for Help with Fees (EX160). Covers Employment Tribunal, FtT Property/Tax/Immigration/Social Entitlement, UT IAC/AAC/Tax/Lands and the Court of Protection.

Help with Fees (EX160) can reduce or waive tribunal fees if you receive certain benefits or are on a low income. Apply before paying — refunds after payment are limited. Calculator reflects fees as at 16 June 2026; always confirm against the latest GOV.UK court fees schedule.

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Includes an oral hearingDetermined orally rather than on the papers

Fee breakdown

Application — leasehold dispute (e.g. service charge, breach of lease)

£100

Hearing fee

Payable if your case proceeds to oral hearing

£200

RPT application — landlord/agent housing fee

Some smaller applications carry a lower fee

£65

Indicative total (best case)£365

Apply for Help with Fees (EX160) →

Scotland: the Sheriff Appeal Court and Scottish tribunals follow a separate fee regime (Scottish Court and Tribunal Service). Northern Ireland: the Industrial Tribunal currently has no issue/hearing fee; Land Tribunal fees are set under separate NI legislation. This calculator covers England & Wales tribunals plus UK-wide Upper Tribunal chambers.

Official Resources

GOV.UK — Court fees →GOV.UK — Help with Fees (EX160) →First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) →