The verdict in three sentences
In Montreal, a website for an immigration and relocation firm built by a local agency costs, as a 2026 ballpark, between 7 000 and 35 000+ USD (Quebec agencies quote in CAD), and a freelancer usually asks 2 500 to 9 000 USD. Kolonell delivers this kind of site for 2 900, 4 900 or 8 900 USD, with native English or French copywriting, a bilingual French/English site from the Premium plan and a project manager reachable in your time zone. The right yardstick is the three-year total cost and how well the site turns an anxious visitor into a booked consultation.
What does a Montreal agency charge for this type of site?
These ranges are prudent ballpark figures, not official rates. They draw on rate cards published by Quebec web agencies, the minimum project sizes listed on Clutch.co profiles of Montreal agencies, and rates visible on freelance platforms (Upwork, Malt). Montreal agencies commonly bill the equivalent of 75 to 150 USD an hour. The spread comes from scope: number of programs covered, booking module, English version, copywriting.
| Criterion | Montreal web agency | Freelancer | Kolonell |
|---|---|---|---|
| Build price (2026 ballpark) | 7 000 to 35 000+ USD | 2 500 to 9 000 USD | 2 900 / 4 900 / 8 900 USD |
| Billing | Fixed fee or hourly, often 75 to 150 USD/h | Fixed fee | Fixed price per plan |
| Timeline | Depends on the agency's workload | Depends on availability | 3 to 4 weeks, Premium 4 to 6 weeks |
| Program page copy | Often billed separately | Rarely included | Native English or French copy included |
| Second language | Translation as an extra | Varies | Bilingual FR/EN included on Premium |
| Post-launch support | Separate contract | Ad hoc | 3 months included, 6 on Premium |
| Domain and access | Check | Check | Domain in your name, all access handed over |
A local agency knows the Quebec market well and can meet you in person. If your firm mainly needs clear pages, an eligibility form and reliable booking, a fixed remote price covers the essentials.
What does each Kolonell plan cover for an immigration firm?
| Firm need | Starter 2 900 USD | Growth 4 900 USD | Premium 8 900 USD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pages | 5 custom pages | 10+ pages | Unlimited pages |
| Programs covered | Overview of services | One page per main category (work, study, permanent residence, family) | Detailed pages per program and client profile |
| Preliminary assessment | Contact form | Structured eligibility questionnaire | Separate immigration and relocation questionnaires |
| Booking | Link to your tool | Embedded calendar (existing tool) | Embedded calendar, paid consultations through your tool |
| Relocation | Short presentation | Relocation services page | Neighbourhood, school and housing guides |
| Languages | EN or FR | EN or FR | Bilingual FR/EN |
| Post-launch support | 3 months | 3 months | 6 months |
Quoted on request: a secure client portal for uploading supporting documents, online case tracking or a custom back office. Plan details are on our international website offer. As a real example, TR Signing Group (trsigninggroup.com), a notary and apostille service in New Jersey, runs a bilingual EN/FR site with quote requests, per-file verification, a booking calendar and a back office.
What an immigration firm's site must plan for in Montreal
Your visitors are often anxious, sometimes still abroad, and compare several firms before paying for a consultation. The site has to build trust in seconds and filter enquiries.
- Visible professional status: immigration consultants practising at federal level fall under the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants (CICC), Quebec procedures carry their own recognition requirements, and lawyers fall under the Barreau du Québec. Display licence numbers and status as your regulator requires, checked by the firm.
- Clear disclaimer: no promised outcome, a reminder that decisions belong to the authorities and that content does not replace a consultation.
- Language: the Charter of the French language governs the use of French in business in Quebec; a complete French version is the baseline, with English added on Premium. Pages in Spanish, Arabic or Portuguese are supplied by you or quoted separately.
- Sensitive data: an eligibility questionnaire collects nationality, family situation and background. Quebec's Law 25 and PIPEDA apply: privacy policy, explicit consent, collection limited to what is needed.
This is not legal advice.
Comparing two quotes: the checklist
| Item to check | What you should get |
|---|---|
| Program page copywriting | Included, reviewed by you before publication |
| English version | Priced in writing, not left as 'to be planned' |
| Booking tool | Compatible with your calendar and paid consultations |
| Form data storage | Stored securely, restricted access |
| Domain ownership | In the firm's name |
| Maintenance | Monthly price known before signing |
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Red flags: a deposit above 50 %, no written schedule, or forms that email sensitive data in plain text without any thought given to it.
Mini case study
Illustrative example: Sofia, a licensed consultant running a five-person firm in the Plateau-Mont-Royal, receives a local quote of 24 000 USD for a bilingual site, plus 3 000 USD for the booking module and 200 USD a month of maintenance. Over three years: 24 000 + 3 000 + (200 × 36) = 34 200 USD. With Kolonell Premium at 8 900 USD, the bilingual FR/EN site and the integration of her booking tool are included, with 6 months of support. Using the same 200 USD a month assumption for the remaining 30 months (Kolonell maintenance is quoted on request), the total comes to 8 900 + 6 000 = 14 900 USD. To price your own project, use our free quote page.
FAQ
Can the site handle paid consultations?
Yes, by integrating your existing booking and payment tool, from the Growth plan at 4 900 USD. A custom-built payment system is quoted on request.
Do we need a French site in Quebec?
The Charter of the French language governs the language of business, and a complete French version is the prudent rule. Bilingual FR/EN is included in Premium at 8 900 USD; have your obligations confirmed by your adviser.
Can you build a document upload portal?
It is possible, but it is a custom application, quoted on request after review. The website itself is delivered in 3 to 4 weeks, or 4 to 6 weeks on Premium.
How does follow-up work with a remote team?
The team works on GMT, 4 to 5 hours ahead of Montreal depending on the season. Google Meet calls are held at a time that suits you, and you receive a written update every week.
What are the payment terms?
Bank transfer or Wise, 50 % at the start and 50 % at delivery. The domain is in your name and all access is handed over.
Let's scope your project. A bilingual Premium site for your Montreal firm, program pages and embedded booking included, for 8 900 USD and live in 4 to 6 weeks. Request your free quote or see the international offer.
Mohamed Bah
Fondateur, Kolonell
Passionate about digital and entrepreneurship in Africa, Mohamed has been helping Sénégalese businesses with their digital transformation since 2020. Founder of Kolonell, he believes every SME deserves a professional and accessible online présence.