moyin29:
Good day, please my family and i (family of 3)are planning uk vacation for May, will it be a problem if all funds are in wife account, though more than 6 months. And when can we start the application

AmeliaT:
Sorry about this. I think black market might be better. Next time, please apply two weeks before your travel date as it sometimes takes a little longer. In the interim, raise a red flag to your bank via email and reach out to your RM for support.

taiwolawal13:
I've been a quiet reader on this page.
Very useful information everywhere.


But I need to add this.
If you need ur [b]visa urgently [/b]don't ever in your life opt in for couriers delivery.
If you have to travel 12hrs back to visa centre to pick up your passport please do it.

TLS (unprofessionally) doesn't handle the delivery themselves. They hand it over to DHL which is notorious for delays. DHL doesn't prioritise TLS packages, they put it with the bunch of items to be delivered all across the country. Your passport and visa is sitting in a sac beside orders from China and intimacy gadgets all on a motorbike. Your future!

Then they take 1 week to deliver just within Lagos. If it's east or north just forget it. No matter how many calls and emails you are doomed
I leaned my lesson the hard way.
[s]I would rather Die than allow TLS to use courier for me[font=Lucida Sans Unicode][/font][/s].

sandra50:
Thank you so much..I have some receipt I used in purchasing the goods..the receipt from the shipping company..the chats I had with a friend that helped buy it and how he said he wouldn't be able to continue because he has other things doing.. picture of some of my goods.

Do I need to write a letter to them to address anything that might confuse them and submit when I'm submitting other documents?

beryour:
It is good practice to back up any actual or intending grey areas with your letter.

I also still recommend getting docs from the seller business.

Joyousgem:
Visa alert!!!

Visit visa application for my parents.

Online submission - 15th of January
Biometric- 21st of January
Collection email - 8th of February
Dispatch email - 8th of February
Delivered passport with Visa -10th of February
2 years multiple entry for my mum.



That was very fast for a standard visa! Good to know they are now quick.

Considering its a joint linked application, my Dad's application is still at DMC.

Squid456:
Visa alert.
Biometric done Nov 26
Virgin passport
Followed many suggestions on this thread
Received email for pickup on feb 8
DHL just delivered passport today Feb 11

It's been a nerve wrecking wait.
77 days to process a 15 working day visa.
And I'm sure there are still people from November waiting.

This is not it can only be God post.
Ukvi people no try at all.
My advice to anyone applying for visiting visa
1. Apply 3 months before travel date
2. If possible use Abuja TLS
3. There's nothing special about Victoria Island tls. Their so called premium fee is pure scam.
4. It's Always better to pick up your passport if you can. Avoid courier if you stay near Lagos or abuja (as the case may be)
5. Follow suggestions on this page. You don't need any agent.
6. For online payments Nigeria banks don't handle foreign currency transaction well. Useless capitation. I used wallet Africa app for all my online payments ( their dollar card)
7. Be honest in your application as much as possible. Make it simple as much as possible. Leave out confusing details as mush as possible
8. Uploading your documents yourself is easy. Use a good camera phone. Adobe scan app does wonders
9. Finally wish the universe is on your side.

Peace out!

Abby2020:
I remembered I congratulate you earlier even before you got it, tapping in for the grace soon��

Squid456:
Visa alert.
Biometric done Nov 26
Virgin passport
Followed many suggestions on this thread
Received email for pickup on feb 8
DHL just delivered passport today Feb 11

It's been a nerve wrecking wait.
77 days to process a 15 working day visa.
And I'm sure there are still people from November waiting.

This is not it can only be God post.




My advice to anyone applying for visiting visa
1. Apply 3 months before travel date
2. If possible use Abuja TLS
3. There's nothing special about Victoria Island tls. Their so called premium fee is pure scam.
4. It's Always better to pick up your passport if you can. Avoid courier if you stay near Lagos or abuja (as the case may be)
5. Follow suggestions on this page. You don't need any agent.
6. For online payments Nigeria banks don't handle foreign currency transaction well. Useless capitation. I used wallet Africa app for all my online payments ( their dollar card)
7. Be honest in your application as much as possible. Make it simple as much as possible. Leave out confusing details as mush as possible
8. Uploading your documents yourself is easy. Use a good camera phone. Adobe scan app does wonders
9. Finally wish the universe is on your side.

Peace out!

Kayma2000:



Biometric at TLS Contact Victoria Island Lagos - Oct 14 2021.
Decision made: Nov 2021.
Paid email and phone calls to UKVI and follow up with the VAC.
No clear explanation for the delay.
Several escalation generic emails.

Finally;

Collection Pickup mail : 11 February 2022.

4th Visa Application - Most stressful process.

AmeliaT:
This is not a problem but establish source of funds and make sure the accounts are clean with no large deposits.

I’m sure you’ve noticed the recent delay. My husband’s visa took exactly 12 weeks. Since you’re travelling in May, apply now!! You need the entire 3 months to avoid disappointment.

kechibaby:

Biometric done Nov 26
Virgin passport
Followed many suggestions on this thread
Received email for pickup on feb 8
DHL just delivered passport today Feb 11

It's been a nerve wrecking wait.
77 days to process a 15 working day visa.
And I'm sure there are still people from November waiting.

This is not it can only be God post.
Ukvi people no try at all.
My advice to anyone applying for visiting visa
1. Apply 3 months before travel date
2. If possible use Abuja TLS
3. There's nothing special about Victoria Island tls. Their so called premium fee is pure scam.
4. It's Always better to pick up your passport if you can. Avoid courier if you stay near Lagos or abuja (as the case may be)
5. Follow suggestions on this page. You don't need any agent.
6. For online payments Nigeria banks don't handle foreign currency transaction well. Useless capitation. I used wallet Africa app for all my online payments ( their dollar card)
7. Be honest in your application as much as possible. Make it simple as much as possible. Leave out confusing details as mush as possible
8. Uploading your documents yourself is easy. Use a good camera phone. Adobe scan app does wonders
9. Finally wish the universe is on your side.

Peace out![November 22 here and used Abuja TLS. Na wa]

DareFerd:
Greetings everyone;
I have applied since June for a visit visa and nothing yet. My passport is still with them. No news at all. I don Dey tire. Just halted all plans.

Oma6090:
Please how soon can I reapply for a visa after a refusal? Visa refusal mail came in this week, can I reapply by 1st of march? Any rule regarding re-appliying?

AmeliaT:
Wow. This is taking the piss. You should have started raising hell in September. Please suffocate them with calls and emails.

Xavier89:
Hello Guys, need advice regarding travel to the UK.

I know UK has recently updated their travel requirements and no longer require a COVID test for vaccinated travellers. My worry is the Nigeria boarder in Murtala airport Lagos. Has anyone travelled recently or know someone who travelled recently from Lagos to Uk?

Do[b] I need to get a COVID test done even though I’m fully vaccinated? [/b]I really don’t want to waste money for a test that may not be needed or used. I’m travelling with family hence it’s gonna cost a lot for us all to get tested. Please advice. Thanks.

Meanwhile VISA Alert: Picked up my son’s visitors visa on Monday. Had his biometrics done on December 8th 2021. Collection mail arrived Feb 7 2022 after three paid emails.