₦airaland Forum

hunee:
You guys should write the embassy for your applications. stop being afraid. It is totally unacceptable to await 2 - 3 months for tourist visas, even if you signed anything, you can write them.

One of my staff did this yesterday. He's to attend a meeting in two weeks. DHL went to deliver at 4pm today and met the embassy locked. Hopefully they receive it tomorrow.

sanyaolurilwan:
And are you sure about this?
Because I know very well that, Canadian visa holders ain't eligible for Saudi Visa on arrival, only UK, USA and Schengen!

100%. I did this in March 2024

Modified.

Addendum: To be clear, I had an UNUSED Schengen and an EXPIRED UK visa at the time.

davodyguy:
Travel time is later after visa must have expired.

Actually looking at getting E visa while the UK Visa is still valid

I don't think the e-visa still works. About a year ago I needed to travel for business, so I went to the embassy in Abuja to enquire. The gentleman who attended to me said they no longer issued business visas (not sure if this includes tourism). He however advised that I reached out to my business partners in KSA to speak with the MFA who'd in turn reach out to the embassy in Nigeria to issue me a visa. Alternatively, if I had a visa for the UK, US, Canada or Schengen, I could get visa on arrival. So I had to travel using my Canadian visa.

davodyguy:
For those with valid UK visa, you can apply for KSA and Qatar E visa as a Nigerian national

With a valid UK visa, you will get KSA visa on arrival.

When flying to Canada, you do not require airside transit visa.

sanyaolurilwan:
Update I noticed today:
I flew Virgin Atlantic from Lagos this morning, my actual final destination is Saint John, NB Canada, what I noticed is that passengers are flying virgin atlantic, with 3hrs transit without a UK transit visa. 2 people approached me, asking me for directions and told me they were going to Canada when I asked them, they told me they had no UK transit visa. I think this is a new development, or who knows about this before?

I've seen someone with a similar enquiry here about two years ago, not sure how that was resolved.

Here's my observation:- The use of English as captured in the email gives me strong reasons to doubt it's authenticity.

Secondly, Embassies' legal counsels have their offices within the Embassy or Consulate, and not at a different address. Moreso, authentication of Government issued documents are done by the issuing authority - in your case, the Ministry of Interior.

I'll suggest you find the Embassy's telephone number or authentic emails on the website to verify.

racerve:
Gurus in the house, I’m hoping someone can help me clarify an odd situation with my wife’s visa application.

I'm an EU citizen currently based in Nigeria, and we're applying for a short-stay visa for my wife.

She submitted the application a couple days ago, and we just received an email from the french consulate asking her to contact the "embassy lawyer" to authenticate our Nigerian marriage certificate (see the attached pics below).

After reaching out to the provided contact, the supposed lawyer has sent an invoice of 350k for authentication.

I'm pretty sure this is a scam, but the original email came from a legit address. Her application status on the TLS website still shows In Progress.

Has anyone received a similar request before?

If you are certain of this, gather all documents and file a Pre Action Protocol. You'll receive faster response than sending a normal complain.

Goodluck.

Nysckits:
Dear All, please everyone, all of you with a proposed solution.

I am completely at a loss and don’t know what to do anymore.

After thorough investigation, I have discovered that the error was from the UK embassy. I was shown the exact statement sent to Providus Bank for verification, and here is what happened:

I submitted two business accounts (both with Providus Bank) and clearly explained the details of both in my Letter of Explanation (LOE). My main account has over 1,500 pages, while the sub-account has about 38 pages. Due to the large volume of pages, the UK embassy extracted only the first two pages of my main account statement (which included the correct heading, date range, available balance, and all relevant details). However, they mistakenly combined it with the last two pages of my sub-account, which has a significantly lower balance.

The embassy then sent this mismatched document to Providus Bank for verification along with other inquiries. Providus Bank responded accurately based on the information they received. However, the last two pages (from the sub-account) did not contain an account number or balance at the top—it was simply merged with the first two pages from the main account.

One of the key questions from the UK embassy was for Providus Bank to confirm the opening and closing balance of my account. Providus confirmed the opening balance but couldn’t verify the closing balance since it wasn’t from the same account, and they responded accordingly.

I HAVE ALL MY EVIDENCE, INCLUDING THE BANK STATEMENT THE UK EMBASSY SENT TO PROVIDUS BANK FOR CONFIRMATION. I am now stuck in a devastating situation due to an error I did not commit, and the worst part is that I have no way to reach out to the UK embassy for further clarification.

P.S.: I have reconfirmed the exact document I uploaded on the VFS portal, and I am 100% certain about its accuracy.

Please, I need urgent help.

Here's my simple advice. Go to the bank branch and print out the same statement (exact dates as submitted during your application), have it stamped and signed by the bank. And send a PAP to UKVI. Include both your online generated statement (the same one you used for your application. DON'T CHANGE IT), in addition to the one obtained at the branch. Hopefully an investigation will be launched and the ban lifted.

Nysckits:
I need urgent advice on what to do at this point.

I am a business owner doing well in Nigeria, but I have never traveled out of the country before.

I submitted my bank statement and other supporting documents to the UK embassy for a visit visa. It seems they contacted my bank (Providus) to verify my statement.

The statement was generated directly from my internet banking platform—it’s a heavy statement with a clear financial track record. Shortly after, my account officer reached out to ask if I had submitted my statement to the embassy, which I confirmed (as seen in the images below).

Despite this, I just received an email from the UK embassy informing me that I submitted a false document and have been banned for 10 years. I am completely in shock because my business account details are 100% accurate, and I have never falsified any document.

Providus Bank never reached out to me for clarification before responding to the UK embassy. My account officer is fully aware of my business, the legitimacy of my transactions, and my financial standing. However, she is extremely slow and does not act promptly.

I have never traveled outside Nigeria before, and I wasn’t even planning to stay long in the UK. My goal was simply to use my passport for the first time and keep my travel history open, knowing that I am financially capable of travelin.

@Jolene, @Davodyguy, and everyone in the house, what can I do to appeal or defend this 10-year ban?

I have already sent a strongly worded email to Providus Bank calling out their unprofessionalism, but I urgently need a solution to this problem. Any advice would be deeply appreciated.

naivasha:
But B1/B2 is simply of combination of B1 and B2 visas into one. How is it that you can get emergency appointments for B1 or B2 separately but not for the combined visa??

Don't mind this one saying what he doesn't know. Instead of some humans to accept that they've erred or do not know a thing, they'll begin to stylishly bring in another angle which totally doesn't make sense.

PP123:
one day for the thief one day for the owner

Ogbeni post the evidence na, why are you dancing around?

1. No. Ensure your account statement is physically stamped and signed. You may also consider adding a reference letter from your bank.

2. You don't even need to submit a birth certificate along with your application.

3. Your yellow fever card from Ghana is acceptable. As long as it has a barcode for verification.

4. Your payslip should correspond with your account statement. For Abuja, you need to present 6 months.

Furthermore, to be considered for a 2 - 5 years visa, your company should state that you will make multiple trips to the Republic over the next five years. Also make sure to highlight this in your personal introduction letter.

rowlandwhy:
Hi All,

Please I will travelling to SA next year January, I'm working for an international organization and the SSA headquarters is in South Africa.

They want me to apply for a multiple entry business visa for 2 years to enable me travel in and out without waiting for visa per trip.

I've gathered the required documents, but need clarifications on below:

1. Bank Statement - I only downloaded the stamped and signed pdf version from my bank's internet banking platform, will this be accepted?
2. Birth Certificate - I have a copy of my BC in my flash drive, can i just print it out and add to the application, must i get it certified before it will be accepted?
3. Yellow Fever Card - My yellow fever card was issued in Ghana when I was there, must I have one issued by Nigeria authorities.
4. Payslips - Can I add like 3 months payslips to support my application?

i will submitting the documents via VFS Abuja next week and will appreciate any tips to get successful.



Thanks a lot.

hunee:
The reports in the media space oflate are mostly by fresh guys.

They are talking about tourist and business visas.

Which one do we follow. Abi una no notice
?

The official statement is on tourist and business visas. And not everyone is entitled to the five years visa - only business people who they deem qualified.

Secondly, I read on another thread and noticed that people are mistaking the non submission of passport as visa free, this assumption is wrong. Nigerians still need to apply for visas to travel to SA, except that they won't be required to submit their passports at the time of applying. Moreover, we have been enjoying this service for nearly three years, so I don't understand why that is being announced now.

Email from US Embassy in Botswana.

"Thank you for your email.

Please note that individuals who are non-Botswana citizens or who do not reside in Botswana may book appointments in Gaborone on the second or fourth Thursday ONLY. Expedited appointments are not available at our embassy to those individuals who do not live permanently in Botswana. "

hunee:
The interpretation for legally present should mean , they have a resident permit? Please expantiate for novice like us

Lol. E say na novice. Ayo leave me hand o.

hunee:
The interpretation for legally present should mean , they have a resident permit?

No... Legally present means you are not there on expired visa.

Here's the email I sent.

"Hi there,

I hope this meets you well. I'm a Nigerian visiting Munich for business. I'm desirous of applying for a B2 visa to visit the United States.
Giving my status as a visitor in Germany, is it possible to apply for a US visa from Munich?

I look forward to your swift response.

Kind Regards,

Xxxx"

Unfortunately I couldn't apply because my visit cut to 5 days.

davodyguy:
You need to understand and comprehend what the message is.

Where you live as a resident, paying taxes, have an employment or resident permit of national ID.

If you're a short time visitor, you're not qualified to apply.

Since your mind is made up, you can go ahead and share the experience

Your information is FALSE!!!!

This is an excerpt of an email from the US Embassy in Berlin.

"Thank you for contacting the U.S. Visa Service Desk.

We understand that you are a Nigerian citizen, and you consider applying for a U.S. visa in Germany.

We would like to inform you that an applicant has the right to apply at any U.S. Embassy or Consulate abroad, as long as they are legally present in the country of application."

davodyguy:
And you want to apply for visa in another country as a foreign passport holder?

Don't waste money

Lol. I have plenty friends who have applied in different countries as visitors and gotten it. I have also emailed the US embassy in at least 10 countries, including Europe, only Rwanda and Cameroon told me they had limited workforce and was dedicating their energy on Citizens and residents.

OneCandleAway:
Hello. What I'd the uk visa was used but no longer valid?

Can one still do the e-visa successfully

No. The visa MUST be valid.

cucumbar:
Can you apply for American visa from Another country when you are just visiting?

You can apply for a US visa from anywhere, as long as you are legally present in the country.

davodyguy:
Are you a resident of SA?

No

They should terminate it. A certain former Head of State who's company was alleged to have been awarded most of these contracts just collects money and do nothing.

Hotunbar007:
Thanks boss
Please how does the VFS physical operates
The procedure and everything

I received your email. For the benefit of others, I'm responding here.

SA tourist visa application is fairly straightforward. I think you should scan through the website @Zoey1 dropped.

If you need any help, do not hesitate to drop same here, we'll be more than willing to help.

icu4:
hello, please is travel insurance necessary for an S.A visa. Paper submission.

No

To get a UK visa, just keep your account clean. Avoid deposits that isn't your income, otherwise be ready to explain any additional deposit.

flavaq12:
UK Don denied me tied, even though i don travel to many countries, france germany italy switzerland turkey morocco, those people are evil, telling to explain 50k naira 100k naira where the money came from, i currently have valid USA visa, them no send, this is my 7th denial.... i don give up on them. infact when i went for my usa interview, the consular was asking me why am not traveling with my family i told her am unable to get appointment for them, she ask me 3 times, i understand she asking because have been denied with my family in 2017 before. but this UK I don give up.....

femi1410:
I have a 6 month valid Italy Schengen visa, can I apply for another Schengen visa with my family for France.

You can only apply at the expiration of your current visa. You can't have two active visas.

anuriamaka:
Good evening, everyone.

I applied for a sticker visa(tourist visa- first time traveler) on October 18th, but when I track it on the VFS website, it shows "no record found." Has anyone else experienced this, and what can be done? Thank you.

It happens. Just wait it out.

bablojnr:
Thank you. If it was successful what would it say instead.

You'd have been asked to submit your passport.

If your passport is with you, I'm afraid your application has been denied.

bablojnr:
Your visa application reference number: Z
has been received at the South Africa Visa Application Center in Lagos from the South Africa Consulate Lagos and is ready for collection.

If you opted for Courier Delivery Service, then you don't need to visit the Visa Centre as it will be delivered to the given address.

Please note this is an auto generated e-mail. Please do NOT reply to this email.

What does this mean please? Is it successful. Because my passport is with me
Regards,


VFS Global

I no wan even talk about Nigerian government and politics again. Make them getat.

Enjoy the rest of your week my dear AY.

hunee:
I am not even a fan of these APC govt but they really bastardised things. The cheapest flight I board to SA was around 260k.

Imagine within a space of 1 year , you are boarding same flights for over 1m.

Crazy.

As for things of the other room, you are on your own o. Waka jeje

hunee:
@AfricanKel,
Thanks for the engagement as always.

You are a great guy 🤝

Thank you for your kind words 🙏🏿

hunee:
Baba you Don get re. Perm for sa? No loud ham o , 😁
SA flight is very cost now. Checked today, like 1.2m

Nah, I no get Perm. Visitors fit apply for Cape Town, but the wait time dey different from residents own.

Omo, if I see ₦1.2m na to go carry big yansh for Mexico abeg. 😄😄😄😄😄

lymelyte:
Is taag airline better and comfortable more than Kenya airways?

KQ has longer FLY time. They'll first take you to East Africa before heading South. TAAG will take you South three hours from Lagos, layover for whatever time and fly you to SA for another 2 and half or 3 hours.

So, it's up to you to choose.