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Tier 4 general sponsored student should be the appropriate visa type since you are being sponsored. I just googled and read the uni of Manchester visa guide and it says otherwise explaining each visa type

DFAM:
I have a quick question please regarding visa sub-type. I am applying for tier 4 student visa for my PhD, and I am fully sponsored by both my school in the UK and the university where I work here in Nigeria (both pass as official financial sponsors). Which visa sub type is most appropriate? I had thought it should be Tier 4 general sponsored student, but I read somewhere (uni of Manchester visa guide) that I should still select tier 4 general student, the sponsorship not withstanding. This is what is causing the confusion. Any ideas pls?

Cc. Justwise, SpikesC, OlowoB, Bourne007, et al.

Super Priority 24 hours service too dey

OlowoB:
Thats true....there might be another 2 or 3 weeks latest start date added to the September 14. You are very correct sir.

@nenyetube if your sister can move the money into her account tomorrow or latest Wednesday, then it might still be worth giving it a try using the priority service.

all the best.

Not all Unis request for Bank Statement. Interesting thing is, she can still make it if she starts counting the 28 days ASAP. If her CAS states 'latest start date' (which is usually 2 weeks after resumption), it might be worth a shot using priority service.

OlowoB:
She has been issued CAS already? Scratching my head, but the issue now is what will she show as statement of account at the embassy? Your uncles statement of account is a big NO.

How come the school even issued her CAS without checking her statement of account to ensure it is sufficient for maintenance? I think that is part of the responsibility of a sponsor.

Since your dad's account has already been touched and tampered with, using your uncles account is a big NO. The only option here is to wait till January. Honestly September 14 is just to close by to start counting another 28 days (my opinion)

All the best to yiur sis.

If you pass the security questions, there is no reason why they can't release it to you. The NI is yours na so forget bureaucratic

DFAM:
Unfortunately, I can't lay my hand on any of those documents now. I misplaced them when I moved out of the UK then. Thanks for the contact, will try and call them. Just that those guys can be quite bureaucratic at times, and time is not really on my side.

you no get a copy of any of your payslip, P60 or tax return? otherwise call +44 171 203 7010

DFAM:
Greetings everyone,

Please I need some suggestions on an issue. I am currently filling my online visa application form for studies in the UK and I am required to supply my NI number if I had been assign one before. The issue is I got an NI number when I did my Msc in the UK, but I have misplaced the document and I don't have the number written anywhere. It's there anyway I can get the number back so that I can include it in my application? Saying I don't have the number is not an option as UKVI already have it on their record.
Cc: Justwise, SpikeC, OlowoB, et al.

Why not .. Please send code. Cheers

mukina2:
Guys to commemorate Nairaland's 10th FPL participation.

we will have an elite all star league . .but its for the top people in all leagues from last season.

top 4 premier league

top 6 FA cup

top 2 carling

top 2 conference

and 5 notable performances/consistent people.

Please if you are :
from Premier league
Bourne007
Naija Ninjas
Stark FC
Nwikys Victors


From FA cup
The Chase
Ipukulubiye FC
Indomitable Ronameto
shakiti bohboh FC
The Godfathers
Ayew Ghana Dance

From Carling Cup
Invisibles 15/16
Sordheeq FC


From Conference
Flaming Eagles FC
TDOT FC


let me know and i'll send you the code.

Depends on what's on your CAS and how your Uni has assessed you. They might not even include your pgd on your CAS. Have you gotten you CAS yet?

fizzile:
Please do they accept letter of attestation by the school with a copy of transcript attached. I hv my bsc certificate, a scanned copy of my pgd transcript on my laptop and a letter of attestation indicating that the certificate isn't ready. Can they be used?

The guidance says transcript or certificate of qualification anyways which I have a attached. This was last updated April 2016

worrisome:
thanks alot.. but please I wanna ask again. if am good to go, is there still need getting a letter from my Hod and possibly registra? I just want to be on a safe side.

The guidance says transcript or certificate of qualification anyways.

worrisome:
thanks alot.. but please I wanna ask again. if am good to go, is there still need getting a letter from my Hod and possibly registra? I just want to be on a safe side.

Then you are good to go

worrisome:
yea my transcript is very well original....

If your transcript is original, you can as well present that. It's usually transcript or original certificate (some do submit both)

worrisome:
thank you so much for that... Honestly I don't want to take the risk of submitting copies that is why am confused meanwhile like I said earlier, I have my transcript, statement of result and I scanned my cert which is in my box. I called my hod this morning he said I should meet him for a reference... but that I should keep contacting the office of the registra. Although he expressed doubt if I can be issued another one before the next convocation period.

Hey Dustydee, never used Rhemito before and seems to be active while the usual suspects are suspended. How reliable are they? Cheers

dustydee:
Chai!, when I checked a 2 days ago they seemed to be fine. I hope Rhemito stays active.

Do you know when your neighbour applied? You kuku know how often the Home office change their rules.

@Ladymach11 The basic rules for this is:

The Tier 4 rules state that you can only bring your child / children with you to the UK if both parents are going to be in the UK. This means that if your partner is going to stay outside the UK, your child /children cannot join you.

The exception to this is if you are:

the only parent or
you have 'sole responsibility' for your child / children or
there are serious compelling reasons which mean you and your partner cannot come to live together in the UK

I will also advise you check with your University if you're still not sure.

MrsF:
I realt dont see y yu cant apply without yur husband unless some1 can provide the part where it is expressly stated in the rules. My neighbor did her masters in the UK with her daughter we were in the same uni. And her husband didnt apply and
Just write a consent letter from your hubby stating that he gives his consent for u to take your daughter with you to the UK for yur studies and attach your husbands passport data page.

Tbh, I doubt if a consent letter will work as there are no requirements stating this

Ladymach11:
Am talking of the consent letter. To whom should he address the letter

I've just double checked and yes, you must both apply the same time you make your application. Apologies for the mix up.

Ladymach11:
Thank you...a friend said it would be very difficult to get a visa without my husband that i have to apply for visa with him even if he will not be coming with us. How true is that

What letter? If he wants to apply after you've been issued a visa, there's a separate online application form for dependants

Ladymach11:
Ok thanks alot...to whom should he address the letter please

Breach of Immigration rules. Get caught and you face deportation

CapitalCee:
I understand that foreign students are allowed to only work for 20 hours a week, that's too small you know considering that for someone like me that wants to go for masters, it's only one year. Please my ogas, can I get a side job dat can offer me extra cash, aside from the allowed allocated 20 hrs per week. It's too hard you know. Please guy clarify me

It's not a must you apply with your husband at the same time. He can always apply whenever he feels like

Ladymach11:
Thank you...a friend said it would be very difficult to get a visa without my husband that i have to apply for visa with him even if he will not be coming with us. How true is that

I'm afraid he will have to wait after a year but as boss justwise said, you can apply and explain the situation truthfully and hope for the best. You can as well travel down to see him if he doesn't want to live in the UK.

Ade8889:
He overstayed 90 days plus, however, if he apply has my dependent (tier 4), does it have to be a whole year before he gets to come back. I was thinking since he will be legally married to someone who has a 5 year stay in the UK, he can still be able to travel to the UK. He just wants to be able to travel to the UK and see me but not necessarily live there.

The basic rules regarding overstaying are;

If you overstayed for less than 90 days and left the UK voluntarily, not at the expense of the Secretary of State, you will be able to apply for a UK visa.
If you overstayed in the UK for more than 90 days, and left the UK voluntarily, not at the expense of the Secretary of State, you will face a ban for one year.

Check which applies to him and you can proceed from there.

Ade8889:
Yes he overstayed the 28 days. Basically he was dealing with a lawyer. Well the lawyer gave him a letter two months later stating he needs to leave the UK. We don't know why the lawyer would give him the letter two month later.

No it doesn't have any implication. It simply means you are not paying for your dependant's IHS at this moment. This can be done whenever she's ready.

uncover:
I am currently on the immigration health surcharge page and I am trying to pay for the IHS. At the bottom where the summary of my details are, it says "You don't have any dependants". Does this have any implication? I haven't submitted my wife's application because her money hasn't matured to 28days.

https://www.gov.uk/tb-test-visa/overview

Who doesn’t need to be tested
You won’t need a TB test if any of the following apply:

you’re a diplomat accredited to the UK
you’re a returning UK resident and haven’t been away for more than 2 years
you lived for at least 6 months in a country where TB screening is not required by the UK, and you’ve been away from that country for no more than 6 months


Regardless of the type of visa and you've spent more than 6 months, you are exempted. You were told about returning resident which is corrent but i guess you weren't told about the bolded

muami:
You have to.

I was in similar situation and was told l would only be exempt if l am a Returning Resident. A new Tier 4 visa is an entirely new permission to be in the UK. As such a tb test is required.

Note however that if you fail to do it, the ECO may still decide to grant based on your circumstances. He may well refuse based on the law. It's a risk not worth taking.

No you don't as you've obviously spent more than 6 months in the UK and has spent less than 6 months in Naija. If you are applying, I will advise you also state it in your additional info.

However note that even if you submit your visa application less than 6 months after you have left the UK, if you state your intended date of travel to the UK to be more than 6 months after you left the UK, you will require a TB certificate.

Eniakii:
Hello everyone,

Please, does anyone have a valid information about the TB certificate. I have just return from UK for my MSc and applying again for my PhD. Considering the fact that I have not spent up to 6 month in Nigeria, do I need to do the TB test again. Please, responses from people that have had this experience is highly needed.

Thanks

Priority can be paid on the tls website which you need to register for

MrsF:
It didnt give me an option to pay for priority can i pay at the visa application centre?

If I get you correctly, are you asking if your dependant can apply for a visa first then you forward yours after

elope:
my dependant will go first then n ill use same acc afterwards.. hope its possible
cc.. justwise, olowoB ert al

If they are going to issue you a visa, it will be your 1 year + additional 4 months. If you no want the additional 4 months, tell ECO to forget the 4 months say the one year don do you

Tb test is N26500 last time I checked and I have no idea why Ikeja charges extra £52

TB is not excluded to anyone esp if you are spending more than 6 months. Are you undergrad? otherwise you might need to pay more for IHS

Whatamidoinghere:
What's the 4months all about, and the £52 is for what?
What about the TB Test they've been talking about, is that one excluded for an undergrad?

IHS - 1 year + 4 months = £150 + £75 a total of £225
Visa fees - £328

If using Ikeja, i You will pay additional £52 while VI and Abuja doesn't

Whatamidoinghere:
Thanks
Am I to pay Visa plus IHS fees together, kindly list payments to be made under Visa.
To get the Visa done, what are the payments to pay.

Thanks as you help list them out.

I know it sounds crazy but they really adhere to the rules. I know someone who forgot about his Direct Debit, bank deducted money from his account and was just few pence short and he basically had issues. I really hope it will come down and once you notice, you can atleast pay online and book an appointment within 31 days.

I will advise not to take that risk even though it's just N182.23 difference.

MrsF:
Sorry the difference is N182 .23 after calculating

Yes you right but doesn't have to be online. Though IHS has to be paid online, visa fees can also be paid in person at the centre.

MrsF:
Date of application is the date of the online application right? That is the day yu pay yur visa fees and ihs fees not the day yu submit yur documents?

Hmmm, didn't realise that's been paid in full. Not sure what to suggest really as the rate can't be predicted. Unless you want to see how things go in the next few days. Are you using the Uni's accommodation?

MrsF:
I dont quite understand what u mean. Tuition has been paid in full

I will probably suggest you find a way to add money to your tuition fee so CAS will be updated and you wouldn't be N3000 short. 'Date of Application' is the date to convert the currency.

MrsF:
My 28days is complete now and the pound has risen up to 410 which makes me about N3000 short do i go ahead and apply today or whats the next step becos theres no guarantee it will drop or add money and strt counting all over again?? Suggestions pls
Do i also hv to print my statement before making the online application or after or it doesnt matter either way
Thanks

mukina2:
Its not me oh.
instead of 38 per h2h its now 20 or unlimited . .and to be fair lots of people do try with their teams.


the codes are given according to standings on last season's FPL . .for both FA and Carling.

I've received FA but not carling. Can I please have carling too ?