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Bambamzzzz: Thats good. i want to send my wife to go and pick up mine for me too as i will not have time to leave my office but i have a question , i paid for ups to bring down to lagos and i dont think i can wait for them bcuz i want to travel by on the 8th and with what i have read here ,the courier are very slow .pls advice me on what i need to do

If you've paid for UPS, it may not be advisable to send your wife to travel to Abuja to get it. The reason is because you might miss the package especially if UKVI doesn't mail you. Your package may have been dispatched before your wife gets there. Personally, I'd advice you let UPS bring it to Lagos but track it and call them and then go to the Lagos landing hub to collect it.

gmolen: Indeed, all the invaluable information and suggestions I gathered from here in no small measure made my visa application process a lot more easier. To the glory of God, I got a mail today that my application has been approved and visa issued after about 4 working days. Special thanks to SpikesC and DonOms.

Congratulations! Welcome to the UK.

ochukoccna: Thanks Don
How body?
Seems the rate is finally going south (downward)
After I don nearly finish my program and am now rounding up
God punish devil

I don't know about card linking cos I did not request for, nor do it
But what I do know was the card was issued on my savings account long ago
I opened a current account quite later on and declined a fresh card issue ( not that they'll issue another Naira Mastercard though or do they)
Before I left Naija, all my transactions ran through my savings account cos the current account was opened mainly for dividend payments
But found when I tried to withdraw with the card here last October, the ATM kept saying insufficient fund
I was almost bunkers knowing I had more than enough funds in my savings account
Only to call GTConnect and be told the card now linked to my current account as that is their standard practice
Also that I should transfer funds from the savings to the current account so as to make withdrawals here
Even it was over the phone they helped me open and I received my Internet Banking details as I told them I didn't activate Internet banking before I left
Biko, how is it that your card is not linked to your current account?

The body is doing fine inside the cloth o thank God.
I trust you're good too and your programme is going great.

When I opened my Current account some years ago, there was an option of 'card linking' on the application form. I had the choice of allowing them to link my card with the new account or not. I chose not to, and I also told them not to issue me a separate card. I use internet banking to control the account.

I'm guessing maybe the card linking is now automatic since you recently opened the current account or perhaps, you didn't notice the option while filling out the form.

IntroVAT: I just looked at that Appendix 8 pdf file. Isn't it the same as the onle on the ukba (visa4uk) website that i'm required to fill online and print?

Your VAF9 is your main application and it's different from App8. Look at the bottom of the APP8 document and see what's written there. However, I think at some point, some VACs didn't require it but you should fill it and go with it.

ochukoccna: Thanks for the insight Spikes
And to think no one dropped this 'revelation' here since
Na wa O!
I used to think POS was limited to only retailers and supermarkets
Didn't know your bank could do it too
Thanks once again
Though a coursemate who just returned from Naija on Wednesday was telling me today that pounds has spiked afresh
I disbelieved him cos he spit 292/3 naira black market rate at me seeing my GTB transaction of about 2 weeks back was 278.8
Anyone here to to confirm the current pounds to naira rate please?

#275.9 per pound on GT Mastercard + #420 charges. (31/08/2014)

By the way, GTBank doesn't force you to link your current account to your Debit card. When you fill the form for a card to be issued, you have an option to tick "card linking." I have both accounts but my current isn't linked to my savings.

IntroVAT: Thanks bro
Please what is appendix 8?

So are you saying I should get across to my school (via phone or email) and request for an extension to my start date before the put it on the CAS?

Do you also imply that a start date of 14th September is not feasible for me and could result in denial? Thanks

App 8: https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/261462/vaf9-app81.pdf

Yes, contact them first thing on Monday and let them include the details of your latest start date on your CAS.

Yes, I implied that it is risky to apply using 14th as start date. The truth is you can't get appointment date on Monday, so assuming you get on Wednesday (3rd Sept), you'll have only 7 working days before school resumes. It is highly risky without extension for your resumption date.

IntroVAT: Hello Everyone, I have two questions:

1. I'm expecting my CAS on monday. So I want to know the documents i'll eventually take with my printed application to ukba. Pls help me point out which is missing:

* TB certificate
* my Waec + university first year transcripts
* my passport
* my bank statement

2. Please how does the appointment booking work? I see people say the booked this day and that day. Lets say I pay for my application on monday, is that the same day i'll book an appointment? Is the appointment for submission (biometrics) or for interview or for both.

Please a prompt reply will be highly appreciated.

PS: my school begins on September 14

Thanks

Cc justwise spikesC

1) All documents you listed, Appendix 8, and any other that may be a requirement on your CAS.
2)Once you submit your application, you'll get a link to book an appointment for document submission/interview (all on same day). If you pay on Monday, you cannot get appointment for Monday. It will be from Tuesday onwards depending on availability.

Ask your school for your latest resumption date and let this reflect on your CAS. You should be able to have at least 15 working days from your appointment date till resumption (latest start date).

Ganiyat95: If i print from the date you said, there would be no reasonable transaction showed. i paid 2,026,800 on 24/06/2014, 72,000 on 26/06/2014, 1,000 and 1,500 was paid on 27/08/2014. should i still use the one i printed out? i'm really eager to know the right thing, cos i have been refused once. Thanks

It's true they don't look at transactions but the period of statement. Unfortunately, someone has been refused before because the ECO who reviewed this person didn't look at the period but the transaction.

My point is: never give them a reason to misinterpret anything.

Which date are you making your application?

GeneralShepherd: please my latest start date is 27th october, does that mean i can apply foe visa say secind week of september without fear of rejection because of time contraints?

2nd week in October is perfect, you have well above 15 working days for visa processing. Ensure the latest start date is included in your CAS.

royal34: pls can someone address this question? how much is the visa fee?

It's determined by your mode of payment. For instance, if you use a GTB Mastercard, the exchange rate is the Mastercard rate on the day of payment.

alizenbohr: Hello house (Justwise, spikec, et al ...)

Please I would like to know anyone who has applied for an ATAS clearance & how long it took before it was done.

Could it also be fast-tracked or monitored?

Thanks.

It takes an average of 4 weeks - 6 weeks and I doubt it can be fast-tracked nor monitored.

seselez: ok, tanx, if ur dad is dead and ur mum has remarried nko?

Letnthe money be transferred to an account in your name.

francini: Pls what is the average response time for Uk visa at Abuja?

From personal observation, I think it's about 3 working days off peak periods; and about 7 working days peak period.
Note that some applicants may get extra delays due to some issues with their application.

paradisewoods: •             certified copies of your bachelor degree and academic transcript in the original language.

•             certified/authenticated translation (to English, Dutch German) of your bachelor degree and academic transcript (if necessary)

•             a copy of your passport or a certified copy of your birth certificate.
 

* Certified copies are copies with an official stamp to verify that the copies are true copies of original documents.

I don't think there is a better way to certify any document besides going to the issuer of the document. Take your original documents and photocopies and go to your school to get them certified.

As for the translated documents, there are bodies responsible for that so you have to know the one your school (and the country your school is in) uses so you can let your school send them copies of documents to be translated.

paradisewoods: Please house, justwise spikeC DonOms, whats the cheapest way ti certify my documents as true copy and how I go about it. Thanks

What type of document are you trying to certify?

GeneralShepherd: I really don't understand this transaction thing on the 28th day

It's just a way to make your statement clear and devoid of costly misnterpretation. It's not a rule by UKVI.

chi4b82: Please if my mum is sponsoring me, is it tier4 general or tier 4 sponsored? Though she moved the money to my account. Please would like to know as I am about filling my form. Thank you.

Tier 4 (General) Student visa.

sashacoleman: After 36 workings days, almost two month later, UKVI misplacing my documents, telling me that they are sorry and that I should go and get a new passport, after calling and sending numerous emails, prayers and fasting, they eventually found the misplaced documents. Almighty God has done it for me. Finally my visa has come out. Please help me thank God.

Congratulations! I'm happy for you 'cos what happened can be frustrating.

alizenbohr: Justwise,

Please while applying for the visa (just opened my account), I saw Tier 4 (General), Tier 4 (Sponsored), Tier 4 (Scholarship), Tier 4 (Child).

I'm on a scholarship by a mutinational for tution, accomodation & upkeep.

Should I select Sponsored or Scholarship ?

If the named "multinational" can sponsor you and you have a sponsor letter to that effect, apply for a Tier 4 (Sponsored) Student.

Amosiye: kk. Thanks. Is it the vfs office I should call.

UKVI

paradisewoods: I got this offer from spareroom.co.uk, I am going to Sunderland this September so I have been looking for accommodation. I got this offer and I just want someone there to help me check if the apartment is really what it is.
Hello Ola.
I have a single room available immediately.
The rent is £48.50 per week, payable in advance, and
includes the gas, electricity and internet.
There is a refundable security deposit of £100.00.
If you want to view then please TEXT me on
07984871632 and I will call you back to arrange a
suitable time and date.
If there is any more information that you need then
please just ask.
Hope to hear from you soon.
Keith.

The price is reasonable BUT it is not advisable to pay the security deposit yet. The thing is you don't know the condition of the house and he has the grace of changing his mind on the said house and offering you another. Since you're arriving the UK soon, then let him know you'll call him as soon as you get here. Just book a cheap hotel and lodge there, then you will text him that same day that you want to see the house the next day.

Amosiye: pls gurus in the house, I beg make una ans me nah.

Today is the 13th working day. Wait till next week Tuesday, if your status doesn't change, you can give them a call to get an update on your application.

spikesC: All confirmed rate for 20th August 2014

Access bank - 276
Ecobank - 275.63
Firstbank - 273.5
Fidelity - 272.55

Sterling has been like that for a while and we've seen its worst actually. Just go for the best offer and pack your bags The UK awaits you.

ochukoccna: The Don!
How you dey?
I had made my transaction (before reading your post) and its 278.8 as at yesterday wit their usual 420 naira service charge
Still better than last month's 286
How project things, hope its not so stressed
Me too am feeling the project heat

My bro, I'm good. The heat will be over soon anyway: By the end of the month. I trust you should finish yours soon too, right?

The rate's close to what it had been lately though. I think it's relatively stable now unlike those days when it spikes seriously.

xkobans: Please i need someone to confirm for me. No offence oo. I'm just being extra careful. This vaf9 form is it still in used. Someone said they don't use it anymore. Experts please confirm. God bless u richly. Amen.

As far as you are applying for Tier4 from Nigeria (like many other countries) you must fill an online application which is a replacement for the VAF9. YOU DO NOT NEED TO SUBMIT A HAND-FILLED VAF9.

The Appendix8 form, on the other hand, SHOULD be printed out and HAND-FILLED, and submitted with the Print Out of your Online Application, signed.

akmoses: Truth be told, i photocopied my bank statement and CAS .....whr do i stand?

Don't bother about that. They'll just put it aside and work on your application. The statement will be returned with your package.

@xkobans Your passport data page and certificates are the most important photocopies. Basically, you SHOULD photocopy all original documents except Bank Statement, VAF9 print off and your CAS.

Who is your sponsor? I hope you have double-checked they can sponsor you.

paradisewoods: Please guy, is there anyone in University of Sunderland on this thread. Please guyz I need a positive answer. Please guy, is there anyone in University of Sunderland on this thread. Please guyz I need a positive answer.

What do you need to know? Others might be able to help even though they don't attend UoS.

tobee: Please guys, for the oanda print out, am I suppose to convert only the money required or all the money in my account.

Basically, the rate is the important thing so you can choose to do any of the above. But preferably, convert for the money required.
Let it be the conversion rate at the day your Application Fee was paid.

royalsweetness: Lol really exhausting, I've taken a three week holiday sha, going to Nigeria next week, I miss my boyfriend Ebola stricken country

Hehe.. I'm with Justwise on this o. Anyway, thanks to God, report has it that the EVD patients are getting well (5 cured so far) so no cause for alarm if you travel home. However, no shaking of hands, or all those *you know*

royalsweetness: Lol missed you too, Uni is on a loooong break, and I've been trying to earn my tuition back by working all the hours I can get How have u been?

I've been good, thank you. Finishing up my dissertation. Hmm, making back all the money remember to share o... there is love in sharing

royalsweetness: I don't think they issue ATM cards for pounds dorm account but you could go ask at the bank.

I heard that once. I know GT issues a stand-alone dollar debit mastercard into which you can move money from your dollar dorm acct using Internet Banking. However, I'm not sire if same id applicable to sterling.

BTW, @royalsweetness, you remembered Nairaland UK Students' page today. Trust you're good.