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Re: General UK Visa Enquiries - Part 3 by Brightingsus: 4:22am On Aug 01, 2017
fpeter:



Thanks, I'm the wife. We do more of calls than emails...and you know how these things work, our chats are very plain not really lovey dovey.

Okay, I believe you now have what you require. About the chats, it must not be Romeo n Juliet stage act; what they are interested in is constant communication between you and your husband.

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Re: General UK Visa Enquiries - Part 3 by bimbotek: 7:17am On Aug 01, 2017
Advisory:


Ok Thanks,
Have you tracked on the UKVI website with the GWF number?

Yea I have, reference no is yet to be recognised.
Re: General UK Visa Enquiries - Part 3 by uptown17: 10:26am On Aug 01, 2017
I am trying to apply for 6months standard visa for mum. i have been reading some comments on drawing up an itinerary
1. do i include this in a seperate covering letter stating ALL her itinerary or i just include it on the body of application where it asks for places she will visit
2. she is a business woman and has retired from her business. do i state she is retired or unemployed. she is 59years
Re: General UK Visa Enquiries - Part 3 by ddonsly: 11:31am On Aug 01, 2017
So it is not only me.. Mine was June 23 too at Lag and no decision yet. Wonder why they are delaying this much..

KingAviii:


Still waiting. Mine was June 23 TLS Abuja. I can't understand the reason for the delay.
Re: General UK Visa Enquiries - Part 3 by expertman(m): 11:44am On Aug 01, 2017
Hello dear Nl UK experts ,

Please My mum was invited by my junior sister to visit her in the UK.

The visit start from 8th of August according to the invitation letter sent to us.

Just for 2weeks visit.

So my junior sister called me just now that the UK embassy called her last week Wednesday but she couldn't pick because she was at work then.

She is actually working as a nurse.

And so she missed the embassy call. But she has been trying to call them back since then without success.

Any one here with info if their email or phone number that she can call to reach the UK embassy and explain to them about the situation in ground.

Please kindly help out your fellow Nl.


Thanks in anticipation
Re: General UK Visa Enquiries - Part 3 by ekpotek: 12:20pm On Aug 01, 2017
expertman:
Hello dear Nl UK experts ,

Please My mum was invited by my junior sister to visit her in the UK.

The visit start from 8th of August according to the invitation letter sent to us.

Just for 2weeks visit.

So my junior sister called me just now that the UK embassy called her last week Wednesday but she couldn't pick because she was at work then.

She is actually working as a nurse.

And so she missed the embassy call. But she has been trying to call them back since then without success.

Any one here with info if their email or phone number that she can call to reach the UK embassy and explain to them about the situation in ground.

Please kindly help out your fellow Nl.


Thanks in anticipation

Your sister must look for a way to reach the ECO. Read back there is a listed UK telephone number that she call. She need to pay for the call and hope it will be commicated to the ECO. Sorry this a potential ground for the ECO to refuse the application if she does not reach the ECO before a decision is reach. An understanding ECO should have called back, but they usually don't for a visit visa.
Re: General UK Visa Enquiries - Part 3 by xto4: 1:32pm On Aug 01, 2017
Finally TLS just sent me an email that decision made after 8weeks of application for visiting visa. But still waiting to get mail for collection. Hoping for the best in Jesus name. Intended date of travel passed leave ended since last frida. I hope that won't be a barrier? Nairalanders pls ur response is needed. Thanks all
Re: General UK Visa Enquiries - Part 3 by Nobody: 1:45pm On Aug 01, 2017
xto4:
Finally TLS just sent me an email that decision made after 8weeks of application for visiting visa. But still waiting to get mail for collection. Hoping for the best in Jesus name. Intended date of travel passed leave ended since last frida. I hope that won't be a barrier? Nairalanders pls ur response is needed. Thanks all
All the best, please let us know how it goes when you pick up your passport
Re: General UK Visa Enquiries - Part 3 by Sagamaje(m): 1:46pm On Aug 01, 2017
@Xt04 , which date did u apply? My wife applied since June 5th n nothing yet
Re: General UK Visa Enquiries - Part 3 by TatPat: 1:54pm On Aug 01, 2017
xto4:
Finally TLS just sent me an email that decision made after 8weeks of application for visiting visa. But still waiting to get mail for collection. Hoping for the best in Jesus name. Intended date of travel passed leave ended since last frida. I hope that won't be a barrier? Nairalanders pls ur response is needed. Thanks all

Congrats xto4, please make sure you come back to update us.
Re: General UK Visa Enquiries - Part 3 by expertman(m): 2:16pm On Aug 01, 2017
ekpotek:


Your sister must look for a way to reach the ECO. Read back there is a listed UK telephone number that she call. She need to pay for the call and hope it will be commicated to the ECO. Sorry this a potential ground for the ECO to refuse the application if she does not reach the ECO before a decision is reach. An understanding ECO should have called back, but they usually don't for a visit visa.


Thank you brother.

I have search and search but unable to get the number.

God help us all sha
Re: General UK Visa Enquiries - Part 3 by ddonsly: 2:45pm On Aug 01, 2017
Hi @xto4,

Could you kindly share the UKVI web link you used in tracking your application online. Many thanks

xto4:
Just track my application on ukvi website it shows decided, 25th July.. Glory be to God. Waiting for tls to send a mail because it hasn't been updated on their website yet!
Re: General UK Visa Enquiries - Part 3 by xto4: 2:51pm On Aug 01, 2017
ddonsly:
Hi @xto4,

Could you kindly share the UKVI web link you used in tracking your application online. Many thanks

https://contact-ukvi.homeoffice.gov.uk/app/visa_application/checkvisastatus

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Re: General UK Visa Enquiries - Part 3 by xto4: 2:53pm On Aug 01, 2017
Sagamaje:
@Xt04 , which date did u apply? My wife applied since June 5th n nothing yet
i applied on the 6th of June at vi. Office... Have you tried tracking her application on their website? https://contact-ukvi.homeoffice.gov.uk/app/visa_application/checkvisastatus
Re: General UK Visa Enquiries - Part 3 by ddonsly: 3:11pm On Aug 01, 2017
Many thanks bro.. but it is saying that my GWF number has not been recognised. Just to double check, what reference number did you use in tracking yours?

xto4:
https://contact-ukvi.homeoffice.gov.uk/app/visa_application/checkvisastatus
Re: General UK Visa Enquiries - Part 3 by xto4: 3:23pm On Aug 01, 2017
ddonsly:
Many thanks bro.. but it is saying that my GWF number has not been recognised. Just to double check, what reference number did you use in tracking yours?

Thats what it will always say until it shows decided.. Continue checking every time. Ref number e.g GWF12345677878 is the number you put to check.
Re: General UK Visa Enquiries - Part 3 by blza: 3:52pm On Aug 01, 2017
expertman:
Hello dear Nl UK experts ,

Please My mum was invited by my junior sister to visit her in the UK.

The visit start from 8th of August according to the invitation letter sent to us.

Just for 2weeks visit.

So my junior sister called me just now that the UK embassy called her last week Wednesday but she couldn't pick because she was at work then.

She is actually working as a nurse.

And so she missed the embassy call. But she has been trying to call them back since then without success.

Any one here with info if their email or phone number that she can call to reach the UK embassy and explain to them about the situation in ground.

Please kindly help out your fellow Nl.


Thanks in anticipation


There is no way she can reach the entry clearance assistance that must have made that call. they usually leave a message to advise that someone will call back.
Unfortunately they can't tell when they will call. And with the current delays, it may take a few days.
Their procedure is 3 attempts before making a decision.

Home office staff are well aware that answering mobile phones isn't one of those things you can easily do when you are at work.

You sister just needs the phone in her back pocket and vibrate switched on.

With my experience, I missed their all the first time and they called back after 2 days.
Re: General UK Visa Enquiries - Part 3 by ekpotek: 3:53pm On Aug 01, 2017
expertman:



Thank you brother.

I have search and search but unable to get the number.

God help us all sha
08435047198
03001232241
Re: General UK Visa Enquiries - Part 3 by ddonsly: 4:13pm On Aug 01, 2017
That makes sense then. You've been very helpful. Thank you once again.

xto4:
Thats what it will always say until it shows decided.. Continue checking every time. Ref number e.g GWF12345677878 is the number you put to check.
Re: General UK Visa Enquiries - Part 3 by Nobody: 4:20pm On Aug 01, 2017
Hello, could you please give me the list here, for some reasons..I am not getting the email .

Thanks a lot
Brightingsus:


Your case is very similar to mine, only that my wife is preggers at the moment. I will email you; respond and then I'll give u a list
Re: General UK Visa Enquiries - Part 3 by ddonsly: 4:23pm On Aug 01, 2017
@xto4, did you eventually put a call through to them? Sorry I have been stalking your thread. I'm in a similar situation as yours and I really need to resolve mine ASAP! Thanks

xto4:
might call them by friday if I don't hear from them because my leave is ending this friday
Re: General UK Visa Enquiries - Part 3 by xto4: 5:17pm On Aug 01, 2017
ddonsly:
@xto4, did you eventually put a call through to them? Sorry I have been stalking your thread. I'm in a similar situation as yours and I really need to resolve mine ASAP! Thanks

I didn't bother to call them again
Re: General UK Visa Enquiries - Part 3 by Nobody: 5:28pm On Aug 01, 2017
To everyone who may be wondering about the delay with the home office, it is not only happening to Nigerian Applicants but all applicants every where.
I have been monitoring immigration boards in India, Pakistan, Russia and Italy and a lot of people are still waiting and some seems to be getting decisions on the 60th working day.
but I have not been able to trend delays and decision type.

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Re: General UK Visa Enquiries - Part 3 by yolemum: 5:41pm On Aug 01, 2017
Hi people, my sister in law who jus finished her masters degree intend to visit her cousin who is a British citizen..what are the documents she does she need
And what documents does her cousin needs to send and also someone with a sample of invitation letter shld please help...thanks please awaiting responses
Re: General UK Visa Enquiries - Part 3 by Neyostic37: 7:11pm On Aug 01, 2017
Good day it is being long time that I have applied for Uk visa, please i want detail information on how to apply for visiting visa with my wife
I have a genuine source of invitation from my siblings that are British citizen. Thanks
Re: General UK Visa Enquiries - Part 3 by expertman(m): 10:37pm On Aug 01, 2017
blza:



There is no way she can reach the entry clearance assistance that must have made that call. they usually leave a message to advise that someone will call back.
Unfortunately they can't tell when they will call. And with the current delays, it may take a few days.
Their procedure is 3 attempts before making a decision.

Home office staff are well aware that answering mobile phones isn't one of those things you can easily do when you are at work.

You sister just needs the phone in her back pocket and vibrate switched on.

With my experience, I missed their all the first time and they called back after 2 days.

Okay bro thanks you so much
Re: General UK Visa Enquiries - Part 3 by expertman(m): 10:38pm On Aug 01, 2017
ekpotek:

08435047198
03001232241


Okay bro more grace to you.
Re: General UK Visa Enquiries - Part 3 by agha1104: 11:18pm On Aug 01, 2017
Dear Nairalander,
Kindly guide me.

I want to apply for UK standard visitor visa as first timer on vacation for 10 days.

I'm planning to make hotel reservation or stay with my sister who is a British citizen.

Please If I have to stay with my sister what are the documents she has to provide for my application.

I will be submitting my employment letter, payslip, my statement of accounts, leave letter,
letter of introduction from my office.
Re: General UK Visa Enquiries - Part 3 by 9jaCrib(m): 5:46am On Aug 02, 2017
Re: General UK Visa Enquiries - Part 3 by Brightingsus: 6:03am On Aug 02, 2017
KemBee86:
Hello, could you please give me the list here, for some reasons..I am not getting the email .

Thanks a lot

*******
Re: General UK Visa Enquiries - Part 3 by Brightingsus: 6:05am On Aug 02, 2017
KemBee86:
Hello, could you please give me the list here, for some reasons..I am not getting the email .

Thanks a lot


You are the British citizen, hence the burden of the application rests majorly on you.

DOCUMENTS FOR MOTHER INLAW'S VISIT VISA APPLICATION

SPONSOR'S SIDE (You & Wife)


1. Letter of invitation written to the:

British Deputy High Commission Lagos
11 Walter Carrington Crescent
Victoria Island
Lagos, Nigeria

The letter should state that you are inviting your mother inlaw for *** reason. Include how long she will spend in the UK and that you would be responsible for her trip, accommodation, feeding and maintenance. Mention where you and and mother inlaw met and by what method you communicate. I'll advise you and wife to sign the letter together as this shows you are together on the invitation and a mutual decision between you and wife. Remember to clarify and expound on anything that may not be straightforward in your sponsorship or circumstances. Do not expect the Entry Clearance Officer to assume and read your mind.
2. Sponsorship undertaking form (SU07) (might not be necessary but I advise you include it). This is a signed declaration that you will be responsible entirely for the cost of the trip. You would be the one to sign it.
3. Copy of your British passport data page (maybe plus your Nigerian passport)
4. Copy of wife's passport data page, visa page and biometric card
5. Council tax bill and/or utility bill as proof of accommodation
6. Mortgage statement or rental agreement, if you have
7. Your Recent 6 months bank statement
8. Your Employment contract letters
9. Your 6 months Payslips
10. P60 for You, usually not necessary
11. P60 for Wife, usually not necessary
12. Wife's birth certificate (MUST). This is to prove your mother inlaw is your wife's mother
13. Wife's employment letter
14. Wife's 6 months payslip
15. Wife's 6 months bank statement
16. Marriage Certificate (MUST). This is the link between you and your wife which has your mother inlaw's name on it
17. Your child's birth certificate (if you want to go the route of your mother inlaw coming cos you had a baby, otherwise do not include)
18. Money transfer receipts, if you send funds to your mother inlaw sometimes
19. Call Log from UK (for calls made to mother inlaw). Remember it is a must to provide evidence that you communicate with your mother inlaw
20. Pictures. The UKVI site says do not include pictures as they will not be considered. However there is no penalty in including.


DOCUMENTS FROM NIGERIA


1. Mother inlaw's passport
2. Mother inlaw's cover letter (you can write this for her and send it to her to sign)
3. Mother inlaw's pension documents (since you said she's retired)
4. Mother inlaw's 6 months bank statement
5. Rental agreement and/or recent rental receipt in your mother inlaw's name
6. Evidence of any investments; properties, savings or bonds where necessary. If there is none, no worries.
7. Call log from Nigeria network provider for your mother inlaw's mobile number. Your mother inlaw, possibly with assistance, can get affidavit from any court and obtain a police clearance; with those request for a call log from network provider (e.g. MTN, GLO, etc). Your mother inlaw would need to join in this runs. You can also persuade them to do you a cover note linking your mother inlaw to the call log.

Remember to package the application in such a way that your mother inlaw has stronger ties in Nigeria than in the UK, but do not tell lies.

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Re: General UK Visa Enquiries - Part 3 by Neyostic37: 6:23am On Aug 02, 2017
Good day, I want to apply for Uk visas along side with my Wife, I have my siblings there that are all Uk citizen by birth. I do business and so my wife work as Banker, I really need your advice to guide my steps before I proceed on. Thanks

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