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Helopt6790:
Good day everybody please I got a conditional from ulster university branch Manchester . They have two campuses the main one in Northern Ireland and branches in London , Manchester and Birmingham . As anyone gotten admission and visa to any of the branch because I read the ukvi are very strict for applicants going to the branches instead of the main campus in Northern Ireland

An acquaintance got in last year and is finishing this year. Please stop letting people scare you. UKVI scrutinizes everything not only one school in particular. If your papers and applications are all in order there’s nothing you should be worried about

I am currently inviting a friend over to the UK and I will be sending a letter of invitation stating that I will cover his accommodation and feeding. He is well to do and has much ties and finances so that’s not an issue. My concern is that he’s advising I fill out the visa application form on his behalf (ie completing his application for him as me but from the UK while he does biometrics) and says this gives a better chance. Is this possible and true? Is he better off applying on his end by himself with my support documents?

I don’t have any questions to ask but I got a lot from this thread last year while I was still seeking admission and I’m grateful for the insights people share here. I got into a Russel League university (they’re like the Ivy Leagues of UK) in Scotland and I have been here for about a year now.

There were many pieces of advice about what to carry and what not to carry, how the environment is etc. I think it’s great to hear what people say based on their experience but note your own experience could be different from theirs. Always do what works best for you.

African food in the area I stay is usually sold by Middle Eastern stores. I personally did not bring any food (except spices) as I knew I could get them from these stores: anything from indomie to egusi etc. but depending on where you are it could be expensive or you may have to travel a little distance. The area I’m has budget friendly African food items.

The weather in my part of Scotland almost constantly rains even during summer. So I brought some warm clothes from Nigeria BUT kept in mind that I would be ready to invest in 1 or 2 quality thick coats and jackets once I landed. The ones specifically made for this freezer cold.

Academically lol, my university is tough and strict on standards. It was so different from my Uni education in Nigeria that i struggled in the first few weeks but thanks to God I found a better grasp of things as time went on. Ask questions in class, professors like it when you also go to them during office hours to ask for advice or speak more on a topic. All my assessments were visible to me already from day 1. I once submitted 2 minutes late and had 5% deducted from my mark. Never again.

Money? Apply for several and any scholarships and aids your university is offering. Look into Santander too because they always seem to have scholarships for students and small grants within partner universities. Find organizations or ngos that can offer you work experience for some voluntary time. It is very tedious combining a 1 year postgrad with work but it’s doable. From day 1 when you enter if you know you want to secure an internship for the next year start applying as soon as you get into the UK. Search for “Trackr (formerly Bristol Tracker” on LinkedIn and follow them for opportunities. https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-trackr/

People know things but they may not tell you until you ask them. So make allies. House rent and bills don’t come cheap. You may have to work a number of shifts to cover up. Have an open mind too and be ready to explore and keep in touch with government policies as they tend to change a lot

Best wishes to everyone!

I got my UK student visa. Applied on the 31st of July and 3rd august got a dhl notification that my passport was on its way back to me. My BRP email dropped a few days later. My application was priority.

Thank you. The time it took is fine. It was issued on the 5th working day from submission, taking out the weekends and the public holiday.

zizle87:
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Congratulations!!!. It took longer than usual. I guess there’s a lot of applications to tend to because of the summer holidays. Most people got feedback Within 5 to 7 days.

Realmrsean:
no health insurance?

Yes that as well, I forgot to add that

I’ve gotten my visa from France VFS. I applied through Lagos and I applied to Netherlands actually but via france, applied for business category and got 1 entry for the duration of my trip. Frequent traveler.

Applied on 9th of June, visa got issued 19th June received via courier today 23 June.

Things I applied with (also I was told to not submit original documents because they won’t be returned to me like my original CAC docs and land docs were returned to me and I submitted photocopies of those instead).

- 3 months bank statement
- Invitation letter from inviting organisation
- Invitation / intro from my work as its a work trip
- CAC reg of my own thing
- My personal intro letter
- accommodation note
- flight itinerary reserved from Air France (used book on hold though it already expired)
- form filled during application on france visa website.

I don’t know if I’m missing anything else. I got quick interview date on frequent traveler + this is my 4th Schengen.

Hello all,

How many months bank statement is needed for application please. 3 months or 6 months? I’ve seen people supply both and the required documentation list doesn’t specify how many months statement is needed.

I hope Axa Manxard is still an alright travel insurance to use? I’m applying to the Netherlands through France.

dami24:
That’s a record… 10 days! That’s wonderful. Did you have prior travel history? did you have any issues with documentation at TLS? Oh my goodness , so many questions I have…If you don’t mind, can you tell all the documents you submitted?

Sure, well thanks be to God.

Yes I’m a frequent traveler and it was my third Schengen visa, my last one was maybe in 2020.

Documents if I remember correctly- they have a list of documents on their website which was what i followed. The only document I didn't have was a tax clearance certificate and I was asked for it. But I submitted without it.

Docs (if I remember correctly)

- bank statement + reference letter from bank
- reference from work + personal letter of introduction that stated my itinerary in it
- CAC
- hotel reservations + flight itinerary (only hotel was paid for, flight was not yet paid for)
- Health insurance
- complete application form

I don’t remember anything else for now

dami24:
Really, that’s good to hear. How long did it take please?

For the italian visa:
I applied on the 12th of Jan, it got sent to the embassy on 13th jan, received an email from TLS that it was ready for collection on the 23rd and 24th DHL delivered it to me.

towontoprecious:
Thank you. Do you think the issue is because i have not submitted the DS 160?

Perhaps yes, this could be the problem

towontoprecious:
Still unable to schedule, I have sent message through feedback. Hope to hear from them soon. What date did you get?
i am already in the USA though, i am filling for my dad (74) and mum (71)

I hope it pans out well for you and the available dates were from 20th June upwards

dami24:
Hi all,

I’m very worried about something, don’t know if anyone has been in such fix before.

So I applied for Uk visa on 12th and applied for Italy visa on 14th. I paid for keep my passport with UK in order to be able to submit for Italy visa processing.

1. I didn’t know that I will have to resubmit my passport when Uk wants ti make a decision, I thought they’ll just courier the vignette to me to stick on by myself.

Fine, I found that out on processing day and thought okay I’ll just resubmit when Italy own comes back.

But now I have found out that Italy processing particularly takes forever and apparently if you don’t resubmit your passport within a specific time frame for UK decision making, they will deny you. 😭

I don’t know about the forever aspect on Italy but I was in Milan last month and my visa application didn’t take long to be returned. A few days especially since it was returned via courier

Exhobaby9:
I submit my passport at the Italy embassy since 10th of march, they have not call me for pick-up yet. Please what is normal timeline for italy visa application?

I hope you have gotten it. Mine was returned to me after a few days with my visa. I applied in Jan or so.

Really? Maybe log back in and see if you can see a calendar if not perhaps use the "feedback' option

towontoprecious:
I have been waiting for the email since Wednesday...hmmmmm

About 2 days between

Delass:
For Lagos?
If yes, how many days between when you applied and when you got the mail?

Yes I got an email several days ago to book an appointment

towontoprecious:
Please have you receive any update

I’m seeing the same thing too. Please let me know if you have any updates.

Eghosa1:
Hi guys, is there a reason why the below message is received when applying for a B1/B2 application as the page does not proceed to showing available dates?

"Your request to schedule an appointment has been received and will be reviewed. You will receive an email once your request is approved."

It's pretty much the same site/process for first time visa
- Fill DS 160
- Pay
- schedule appointment (and choose the option for renewal without interview)

https://ustraveldocs.com/ will assist you with all links you need

jeslom:
please what is the site for us dropbox application

Yes I just paid 72k yesterday. It will go up in May.

Ess:
Pls is the visa fee still the same 72k? I learnt they are hiking the price to $185 now.

Thank you very much, I appreciate the info

Ekeadatrust:
Welcome. I will advise you use Lagos as ur IW drop-off location and then choose any city closer to you to receive your document back. Because Abuja is very slow.

Ah really? Thanks for explaining because I got confused that those were also drop-off locations

Ekeadatrust:
I don't think there are any drop-off locations in Enugu or PHC. The only drop-off locations are Lagos and Abuja, but you can receive your passport back at the locations you just mentioned.

Has anyone tried dropping off their documents for IW at any of the other drop-off locations like Enugu, Port Harcourt etc. Or is it safer/better to come to Lagos and drop off? Thanks

Exploring Milan, the Duomo

It’s cool thanks, I applied for my visa and thankfully got it in around 6-7 working days. I applied on the 12th of Jan, it got sent to the embassy on the 13th jan, received an email from TLS that it was ready for collection on the 23rd and today 24th DHL delivered it to me. I’m quite impressed with the speed of delivery from DHL. I thought I’d share too as the thread has been so silent.

Thanks for all the information also shared earlier on. The staff were also kind and helpful in my experience at TLS.

9jaLaw:
Sorry this is coming late. Someone here may find value in my response.
I used the invitation letter provided by the conference organisers.

9jaLaw in your business visa did you submit a conference invitation letter that took the format of the one TLS contact has on their website: https://static.tlscontact.com/media/ng/lgv/it/modello_di_invito_per_affari_nuovo.pdf

Or did you use the invitation letter the conference provided by themselves with their letter heads I assume. I want to apply for a business visa and want to know if the organization needs to provide this TLS’s format in addition to their own invitation letter. Thank you.

9jaLaw:
People still dey go ohh. I applied for short stay business visa to attend a law conference in Florence, Italy. Application received on the 11 August at TLSContact in Abuja. Passport and visa collected today. I dey Nnamdi Azikiwe Airport in Abuja dey type so, arriving Italy tomorrow by 10am. The conference is on Friday and Saturday, at some point I was concerned that I wouldn't get the visa and kept bombarding them with emails especially as the travel date got closer. Funny thing, I applied on same day with my boss and his wife and their passports were collected last week Friday. But then, between both of them, they racked up travel history that would make the Atlas jealous. Mine na only a handful of countries including Canada, Belgium, Germany. Anyways I thank God I won't miss the conference as my employer who is sponsoring me had already paid in excess of 1000 EUR as conference registration fee which is unlikely to be refunded if my visa application was refused. These days its very difficult to read the mind of the ECO.

Airtonnie:
Also, when you submitted via VIP was there an interview?

Yes I was asked questions about what I do, why I was traveling, who would pay, why I chose to travel to Turkey, I had to also explain what my company does and explain my role and explain things about my field.

I don't remember who I addressed my letter to, probably the embassy.

I did mine in Lagos so I didn't book an appointment. Lagos is a walk-in center without appointment date, but the fees are higher. You can try this link to book an appointment; https://voyavisa.com/index.php/online-appointment-for-visa/

Airtonnie:
Hi! I noticed you said the dates available for Abuja appointment were far.
How does one book an appointment? I’ve been on the voya visa page and I can’t see how to.
Same visa type.

First day I tried it didn't go through. The second day when I was almost giving up as my travel day was close, I called again and stayed on the line, I was surprised and very thankful someone picked and attended to me.

Exchanger101:
How did you finally reach them? Everytime I call, number is busy

I can't say for sure, I have good travel history, I believe this is what helped too by God's grace.

elijah101:
Please sir can you give me a rough estimate of like how much one should have in there account for a tourist visa to turkey

When I received my passport, it had my visa inside it already.

Exchanger101:
What did you do after your passport was returned with a pink slip saying “you will be contacted as soon as a reply is received”

[quote author=meljoe post=111911012][/quote]For your first submission to the embassy, you are adviced to submit only reservations. Flight reservations and hotel reservations only because if you don't get the visa your money would have wasted if you paid directly for flight n accomodation.

I submitted on the 16 or March and I got emailed on 21st March to submit confirmed flight tickets. That's when you go ahead to pay for flight tickets.