Aphrodite007:


My dear, at least you’re even seeing the job to apply to , like when I got back to Nigeria, it was just 3 job opportunities I saw to apply to sef .

So just be patient. Don’t rush. If you want money ASAP, apply to care and retail but if you want to follow your profession, a tip can be to reach out to your professional group in the UK (on LinkedIn or Facebook) and introduce yourself telling them you are willing to volunteer. Once people know you and see your selfless nature, they will be happy to recommend you to jobs.

I wish you the best in your search. I’m so happy about the power of not needing sponsorship- it’s sweet eh!

Oh really? I’ll try the volunteer tingy then. Thanks a great deal

Aphrodite007:
Hi guys!

so I got into the UK a week ago via Manchester and there was absolutely no problem. All the food stuff I carried were in tact (I even carried cooked food sef , as the Nigerian food lover that I am!).

Anyway, when I got to the POE, the gentleman there was absolutely sweet, he didn’t ask for any documents other than my passport and then chatted a bit about the city my husband lives in. Like it was just gist and him laughing at me that I would have to travel to Wales to pick up my BRP

I’m resting for now and would begin search for work soon. I’m expanding my search from professional IT work to even sales assistant jobs (the tip is to go to the website of the company you want to work for and search for positions- you can do this for M&S, Tesco (I think) primark and more).

Good luck to everyone that’s about to apply. The secret to getting the spousal visa is to reading this forum thoroughly, being truthful in your application and also being prayerful. Cheers!

I have been job hunting and it hasn’t been easy. Attended a couple of interviews already and hopefully something good comes soon. Wish you all the best with your search

Lexusgs430:


Congratulations.........

Remember to pay your 33% tithe (only acceptable in £).

Oga Lexus this tithe just keeps fluctuating. How far nau? Take it easy bros. lol

phatbaby1:
Hello house, for those of you who have gone to the UK after receiving your spouse visa. Did you get asked a lot of questions at Point of Entry? Did your spouse have to be present at the airport? My husband and I are just weighing up the pros and cons of taking time off work. Are the UKBA guys really annoying? Were you able to carry any food stuff?

In my own case the immigration guy just asked if I travelled with my husband, I said no but he’s outside waiting to receive me. And he said welcome to the United Kingdom and enjoy your stay with your husband.
I bought plenty food stuffs oo. From oha leaves to Uziza, stock fish, crayfish, dried pepper, fried snail, Oh the list is endless. When I got home hubby said damn Bebe you’re such a mess. I made the oha soup immediately and hubby always insists on having poundo and oha for 2weeks straight now. Now tell me who’s a mess. Lol

readynow:
good morning all will be doing my biometry in Ikeja tommorrow please as for the passport photograph on the application what is the size and how many.
also how do i arrange my documents i have done all the photocopy and every thing is ready
should i use envelopes,or transparent bag please advice as am trying to tidy up every thing

will appreciate

You don’t need a passport photograph. All you need is a photocopy of your international passport data page. Don’t allow all those boys outside the Uk visa embassy convince you.

Teeaas:
Let somebody shout hallelujah! I got my uk spouse visa guys. Picked it up on the 2nd and already in the UK with the hubs. All the best to those who have applied and waiting for a response and who will apply after today. Cheers guys...Bleep

Congratulations dear. But that was pretty fast o. And me I’m here busy buying foodstuffs. Biko let me find my way to the airport

Teeaas:
Hi guys, guess what? Decision has finally been made. Exactly 30 working days. I haven't recieved ready for collection email o but I am already packed in front of the tls contact office.lol waiting for ready for collection email now.

Congratulations are in order. Go get it dear

MreSBee:
Congratulations

Thanks a lot

Lexusgs430:



Congratulations........

NB: Tithe don increase to 49% (only payable in £)

I go pay am. That one na small thing. Lol

Yayyyy finally I got a BIG YES
Thanks to almighty God, Oga lexusg430 and everyone here on this group that contributed one way or the other in answering my endless questions. You guys are the most valuable personality.

Type of application- Settlement wife (Standard)
Online application- 22/10/2017
Biometrics- 1/11/2017
Application received by UKVI- 6/11/2017
Support docs sent to Sheffield- 13/11/2017
Decision made email- None
Collection email- 26/01/2018
Passport collected- 26/01/2018
Visa approved from 31/01/2018.
This whole process is designed to frustrate and make you give up. Don’t you ever give up. There’s light at the end of the tunnel if you read your handouts well here on this page.

Good luck to those waiting.
Never ever give up.
Abeg before I forget, who am I dropping the offering with. Lol

peejay25:
Hi, I am working on my application. I need to know at one point the option to pay for priority comes up. I am at the pay for visa application and my total is stating $2051 without the priority fee.

Also if i am employed, am i supposed to submit my employment letter, payslips, etc.

Let me just drop all that I submitted. The guru’s in the house will include anything I left out. I hope this helps.
BIOMETRICS
-Online application print out (signed by applicants)
-Print out of application fee payment
-print out of IHS
-print it of priority payment (if applicable)
-print out of appointment confirmation
-passport.

SHEFFIELD
-All proof of payments.
-Copy of online application form.
-Appendix 2 form.
-IELTS life skills(A1 as minimum). Or MSc in a UK taught university.
-TB test certificate.

RELATIONSHIP PROOF
-All support letters.
-Marriage certificate.
-Divorce papers if married previously.
-Children’s birth certificate if you have children together.
-Pictures throughout relationship. 2-3 from each visit and same from wedding.
-Conversations and call logs from whatsapp, FaceTime.......
-Copy of ID page of passport (sponsor)
-Cool of all entry and exit stamps from passport.

INCOME
-6months bank statements (last one within 28days of online application submission).
-Employment contract.
-Letter from employer stating length of employment, permanent or temporary position held, annual salary( within 28days of online application submission).
-6months wage slip(last one within 28days of online application submission).

ACCOMMODATION
Renting
-Tenancy agreements.
-Letter from landlord stating number of bedrooms, occupants, number of people the property can accommodate.

Owned property
-Recent council tax bill
-Mortgage statement
-Land registry documents(within 3months old) PDF version is fine.

Teeaas:


Only one reason. Eco said I didn't meet English language requirement. I included my masters certificate which I obtained from a top uk university and yet Eco said I didn't meet the requirement when the appendix fm immigration rule clearly states that it is a way of proving English language eligibility. My spouse and I could have clearly appealed the decision but we do not have luxury of time.
Let's just be prayerful that oloriburuku Eco will not attend to our case o.

Oh seen

Teeaas:


I applied 20th of November. Was denied 1st of December. I have since reapplied. I reapplied exactly a month ago using priority.
I think you should start looking for ticket to Uk. ...all zee best to us.

That was quick. What was their reason for the refusal if you don’t mind me asking. I wish you the very best with your next application dear

Please who else applied on the 1st of November? Let me know my application date mate so we can join hands. My anxiety is heightened at this point. Lord have mercy

thatjoygirl:
Hello,

I came across this thread when researching the UK settlement visa process and it was my companion for the 3 months of waiting. I just had to create an account to share my timeline.

Type of application: Settlement – wife (Non Priority)
Application Submitted: 16 October, 2017
Biometrics: 20 October, 2017
Application received by UKVI: 23 October, 2017
Supporting documents sent to Sheffield: 1 November, 2017
Call to UKVI: 12 January, 2018. Informed that a decision was made on 10 January, 2018
Decision made email: None
Collection email: 15 January, 2018
Picked up: 15 January, 2018
Visa approved from 17 January, 2018

Good luck to all waiting!

Congratulations. I tap into this testimony. I’m next in line by Gods grace

Jbandit:


Thanks CAT22. I'll read through and revert if I have any questions.

No worries. You’re most welcome anytime. This phase too shall pass soon

CAT22:

Read the link thoroughly. I hope it helps. All you need to know about the requirements is listed there. Read article 9.3.1
https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/636618/Appendix_FM_1_7_Financial_Requirement_Final.pdf

Page 58 to be precise. I wish you the very best on your next application

Jbandit:
Here's the refusal letter. TIA

Read the link thoroughly. I hope it helps. All you need to know about the requirements is listed there. Read article 9.3.1
https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/636618/Appendix_FM_1_7_Financial_Requirement_Final.pdf

Lexusgs430:



We can arrange an induced coma situation, we would reverse procedure on the 4th month (after application).... If interested, see me after lectures........

Hahahahaha! I no want ooooo.

I’m on 45 working days and each day seems like 48hrs. Lord I surrender all to you �

Lexusgs430:


If you have all the required documentations now, yes you can reapply (you go work the money when you enter UK, to pay for all this applications)...... 24/7 work, no rest for one month......

I ready work the work oooo. Make oga pay this one now. I go compensate am later in the other room ��. I was so looking forward to joining him this September.

Lexusgs430:


In this rejection appendix, they have dropped all the expo to pass the examination nah, wetin remain ?

Simply repackage & include all the requested documentations ...............

You have 2 routes, either appeal or reapply ........... Reapplication -: Shorter route - Appeal -: Expect about a 2 year wait............

Thanks oga lexusgs430. I appreciate your prompt response

Lexusgs430:


I hope his self assessment + taxation remittances are in order ? Or else he would have other questions to answer with the HMRC..........

Yes it is....can I reapply immediately?

Good day house . I got to find out about this group after submitting my spouse visa. However, I've been following silently and reading all post. I was refused. Below is the refusal letter. Please I need advice on how to go about the next application. My husband is an IT contractor. He earns above the minimum requirements. But as every other IT contractors he pays himself about ££900 monthly from his company account. Which is less than the minimum requirement. Do we print out his company's bank statement alongside his personal bank statement or just his company's bank statements. I submitted everything on the refusal letter except for his company's bank statement and evidence of ongoing employment. Please I need all the gurus in the house to advice me. Thanks