TobyTreasure:
Hello everyone,
I received collection email for my parents visiting visa but I have not received any decision email. Please when should I except refusal or approval email from UKVI?.
I'm really worried. I paid for DHL to the east so I'm expecting it by Tuesday but I would like to know the outcome before they get the passport.
Is there a way to know before getting the passport?

tuco02:


Cc @cashmadam

MrMagnetic:


What kind of documents. I consult for organisations in area of media (website design, digital marketing and live streaming). That's my side gig. - If you can provide documents to support this.

Please, what EXACTLY kind of documents so that I can gather them? Give me a clue. Thanks.

zind:
Hello House,

I am writing to seek assistance in filling out the UK application form regarding the annual earnings from my business. As a business owner, I want to ensure that I provide accurate information on the form.

I operate on a profit-sharing basis with another director, which can make determining my exact earnings a bit complex. I have attached the available balance on my statement for your reference.

I kindly ask for your guidance in accurately completing the form to avoid any errors. Your assistance in this matter would be greatly appreciated.

tuco02:
Hello, please when granted approval, the 6 months starts from day of submission or when?

MrMagnetic:


5. My side hustle fetches me at least N600,000 per month. - that's okay but you need a lot of documents to present for side hustle. It's usually easier to use the documents from your regular job

- What kind of documents. I consult for organisations in area of media (website design, digital marketing and live streaming). That's my side gig. - If you can provide documents to support this

6. My monthly expenses for my entire family and rent is at least N300,000. - that is okay. That's your reality. However, you need more income to present a healthy financial status

- What should I do to present a healthy financial status? Submit my bank statement for my side hustle? - you can do that.

7. I intend to stay for two week. I'm going for a conference related to my profession. I'm not a speaker at the conference. - two weeks for a conference? Most last only a couple of days...

- I intend to stay with my friend for a few more days after the conference. - okay. Ensure you state that

Nnekkyneks:


3 gbosa for Cashmadam! Gbosa! Gbosa! Gbosa!
You are too much, infact I nominate you for Nigerian president.
Thank you so much. I am grateful. May God send u helpers in ur time of need.

Nnekkyneks:
I understand thank you so much honestly u hv been of great help i wish i came here in 2022 the last time i applied. I have a question am still expecting a response.
note that your POF will be assessed as of the dateyou submitted your form - not the day of your biometrics... (pls throw more light i dont understand) - I meant that the money you have as proof of funds for the trip will be assessed as of the date you submitted your online visa form. E.g. If you submitted your form on 1 April and had N5Million in your account, that is what will be assessed. If you now have your biometric on 1 May and have N10Million in your account, that N10Million will not be assessed. I hope I make sense.
What document can one use to support profit sharing so its not categorised as account padding - If profit sharing is part of your employment contract, that is enough evidence. The narration when it is paid into your account will also help.
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I also i observed that these whites are very emotional, i want to include in my letter that the trip is a gift for our anniversary to me and kids and my husband and I will take another one just us later in the year. To another country. Will this appeal to their emotions? - That is fine. They expect you to always have a main purpose for the trip so that will work.

Thank you ma - You are most welcome!

iamDozzy:
Please how do I book an appointment with TLS. The book appointment option is greyed out. When I click on amen. It does not proceed to check out

MrMagnetic:
Hello friends, I have a questions...

1. Can I open a new account and call it salary account. Then, ask the organisation I work with to be sending my salary to the account on a particular day. It will show in the statement that the money is from the organisation. - Yes

2. I have other side hustle. Can I include the bank statement too. It's personal savings account. Should I rather use a company account. I have a CAC registered business with a sole proprietorship bank account. But, I don't usually use it to collect payments. - You cannot use a company account as POF for visa purposes

3. After submitting the bank statement of the account in no 1, should I also submit payment vouchers of my salary, if yes, for how many months? I understand that the bank statement is 6 months prior to visa application. - You can submit payslips for 6 months

4. The salary in no 1 is N350,000 per month. Is this enough? - Maybe, maybe not. Depends on so many other factors

5. My side hustle fetches me at least N600,000 per month. - that's okay but you need a lot of documents to present for side hustle. It's usually easier to use the documents from your regular job

6. My monthly expenses for my entire family and rent is at least N300,000. - that is okay. That's your reality. However, you need more income to present a healthy financial status

7. I intend to stay for two week. I'm going for a conference related to my profession. I'm not a speaker at the conference. - two weeks for a conference? Most last only a couple of days...

8. I will be staying in a friend's house in the UK. Is this ok? - Yes.

9. With my salary and side hustle, is it better to get my employer or family member to sponsor my trip? - You need to sponsor yourself. You are an adult and working. It will be difficult to explain why somebody else is sponsoring you - unless it's the organization you work for

10. I stated that my trip with visa, flight, etc will cost me £3000 - you can reduce that to about GBP 2,000. You don't need GBP 3,000 if you have free accomodation

11. I want to apply for 6 months visa.- that's fine

Nnekkyneks:


Please Me too @Cashmadam 🙏

CptWalter:
Hey guys, not sure if this has been asked before, I have combed through the threads and couldn't see any similar query.

For student visa application, after paying IHS and visa fees, can i remove the POF or it has to remain until the visa comes out?

damoceile:
[i][/i]I'm 30 years old my cousin wants to apply for a tourist visa for me, he's a British citizen.. He's going to be taking up the whole expenses for my stay there.. But my problem now is not having anything to show that I have ties to my home country(Nigeria) like a landed property or a house and I also don't have a good paying job here in Nigeria either..

If this cannot work what other option do you think we can go for? Suggestions pls..

tuco02:


Thanks.

And please can I add mortagage letter from bank saying I own the house im living in because im yet to finish paying so the papers are not with me.


Cc @cashmadam

tuco02:
Please can I add more documents on my appointment date? Even if it means paying tls

I choose self service and have already submitted

Cc @cashmadam

Frankko2003:
I got refused because of some credits in my account that I explained carefully in my cover letter. And I mistakingly clicked on the student option while applying what can I do ?
Please I’ll appreciate any feedback

Nnekkyneks:
@Cashmadam, pls can u kindly shed more light on this?
Also from all i have gathered from being here and from my mistake on my last applicationi intend to only include the budgets of the applicants alone even though i have 2 US citizens that will be travelling with us who dont need visa.
I will include them as travelling along( under the family / dependant question) but will not include them in the budget or cover latter.

I hope this is what is expected? Pls advise oooo. Thank you

Nnekkyneks:
These questions on the form can be quite confusing, the question that talks about how much you have in savings, does this include ur investments in Fixed deposit, TB or mutual funds or just cash sitting in ur savings account?
When they r asking bout other income, does it include income from these investments

Nerojoy:
I and my husband intend to apply for our visa to attend my best friends graduation. Now my situation is I am self employed and my customers pay directly into my savings account. I intend to explain all the lumpsums . I am confused about the part that ask how much I earn because I do not have a fixed earning. Please help 🙏🙏

BiyiTudors:
Hi Cashmadam, please kindly do not take it to heart. Even Jesus was crucified by the people he came to save. You are highly appreciated, keep up the good work 👏🏾

BiyiTudors:
Bosses, is it it okay for my cover letter to be 8 pages long or that is too much?

agabusta:


Are you okay at all? Nobody owes your nothing here. If you are not grateful for what is being given, you are free to hire an immigration agent that will be at your beck and call.

@cashmadam please ignore this entitled brat

emmaodet:
Hello House,

Please is it advisable for a first timer applicant to UK to apply for 5 years visit visa? I don't like the 6 months nor 2 years own

JaySterling:
if you are being selective of the question you answer, I think it’s high time you step away from this thread let someone more dedicated, committed, informed and sensible take over

What tf are you feeling like ?

Mtcheww

alert20:



This is why some people feel reluctant to help on this faceless forum like this.... @cashmadam is one of the people that has been supportive on this thread and look what she got..... If I were cashmadam I would choose who to quote next time.... Shior 🙄🙄🙄

tuco02:
Hello, i forgot to upload intl passport and family pic for one of my kids . What is the implication?

BiyiTudors:
On the application form as well? (I’m a bit skeptical since I don't have entry or exit stamps from those countries)

BiyiTudors:
Good afternoon everyone, do i add all the schengen countries I visited on one visa to the UK application form or I am to add just the country I got a sticker visa from?

tuco02:
Hello
Pls for kids application what do I write under amount of money for trip and amount of money to spend each day

Nnekkyneks:
Good morning all, pls I want my biometrics date to coincide with my kids mid term break 10th -15th June. Pls when do I complete and submit the form.
Thank you

tuco02:
Please does the online application require an upload of passport photograph?

JaySterling:
Please fam,

What is a good opening balance, a good closing balance and a good monthly salary for a 1 week trip where I plan to spend only £500 as I have someone to accommodate me in the UK

Cc; Cashmadam