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 Travel › Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by ecstacy29: 9:59am On Jun 26, 2019 |
[quote author=Lexusgs430 post=79670925]Good day good people. Please, I am looking to renew my naija passport and I need directions. Oga Lexus, you posted a link sometime ago Buh I don find am I no see  I sent @aphrodite a PM cos I think I remember she mentioned using enhanced service (man know man, I stand to be corrected), which I don't mind using cos me I no go fit break high commission cars but I go fit cry 'high commission cry', make person no go use flight, train, bus,tram (and even keke, lol), com still dey hear say Pport neva ready. @Aphrodite no vex say I send u email before I com here.. |
| Travel › Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by ecstacy29: 3:57pm On Feb 17, 2019 |
Shawtykel:In response to some of your questions, I really do not know much concerning a Tier 4 visa, but I do know you can very well apply alone and come back for your children later. Except changes have been made to the application process, I did not see where a question was asked about why you wouldn't be traveling with your child/ren. And yes there are loads of instances like yours. All the best I would not support leaving children behind in the first instance, irrespective of their ages but having been in such position myself, I can tell you that it is not an easy task, especially when there are many variables to factor in. Is it a pleasant thing to do, absolutely not... But I know it will be worth it for me!!! People are entitled to their opinions but I would rather allow individual parents to be the decision makers in their family. No mother would want to leave her child/ren behind but then it happens.  7 Likes |
| Travel › Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by ecstacy29: 11:28am On Feb 08, 2019 |
Mamatukwas:Congratulations and thanks for sharing.... This is just the boost I needed!  1 Like |
| Travel › Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by ecstacy29: 11:26am On Feb 08, 2019 |
perfectme:Welcome to the UK sir/ma. May the land favour you. I must really confess that there's loads of valuable info on this thread. In fact, I had to start reading the thread all over. Hanty Fati, we cannor taink Yu enoff 1 Like |
| Travel › Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by ecstacy29: 2:45pm On Dec 27, 2018 |
fatima04:Signed. Let's see how it goes..... |
| Travel › Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by ecstacy29: 1:40pm On Dec 19, 2018 |
Lexusgs430:   |
| Travel › Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by ecstacy29: 1:40pm On Dec 19, 2018 |
EngrSaks:Thank you |
| Travel › Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by ecstacy29: 10:39am On Dec 19, 2018 |
Lexusgs430:Yes he has submitted and a biometric appointment date is just 2weeks away. The last last sentence made me heave a sigh of relief! Thanks for your prompt response!!! Gracias  |
| Travel › Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by ecstacy29: 10:04am On Dec 19, 2018 |
[quote author=Lexusgs430 post=73975847]Boss, let's divert from the housing topic a wee bit. DH is applying to join me here. Thing is, he made an error he only realized after submission of application. He answered 'NO'to 'Have you travelled to other countries sorta questions. He's travelled to Ghana where he spent less than 48hours. After he found and told me, I felt an affidavit to that effect (omitting travel history) would suffice but I have to seek counsel. What's our take on this? Better still, what's the way forward (I'm just praying it won't be starting all over with a fresh application) @justwise @lexusgs430 and the veterans, please help she'd more light, thank you |
| Travel › Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by ecstacy29: 7:18pm On Dec 10, 2018 |
sutelk:Lemme kukuma ask now. I'm trying to apply for family to join me. Do I create a new account for them or use mine? If I'm using mine, I guess I'll be using my visa type and subclass (which is what I'm doing(using my visa type =tier2 general but the visa sub type is not coming up). Anyone who has done this should please help? |
| Travel › Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by ecstacy29: 6:29pm On Dec 10, 2018 |
DisGuy:There's really no heavy duty oooo, just a cabin luggage. I'll use the coach and purple line(shey purple line na bus or train?) ,the only thing Wey go pain me Na if I arrive at the same cost at the end of the day. Thanks a lot. As for Oga Lexus, no be say I like pieces oooo, Na £ dey decide. |
| Travel › Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by ecstacy29: 9:12am On Dec 10, 2018 |
sutelk:I say a big AMEN cos the prayer Na for me too!!! 1 Like |
| Travel › Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by ecstacy29: 9:10am On Dec 10, 2018 |
Lexusgs430:This my Oga, I'm watching you in 4D(since you wan let ecstasy rest!  )Thanks for your responses though! @davide470 1 Like |
| Travel › Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by ecstacy29: 11:12pm On Dec 09, 2018 |
[D[/quote]I need directions on how to get to Uxbridge from Stansted Airport possibly by bus\train. (I don't intend to go the taxi lane unless it's a last resort) I could not get a cost effective flight to Heathrow hence Stansted. Pls help!!! |
| Travel › Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by ecstacy29: 8:55am On Nov 27, 2018 |
Hunnybee:Approximately 8weeks after I got here. The whole process depends on how fast you meet the requirements, 3-6months should do. |
| Travel › Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by ecstacy29: 12:42am On Nov 27, 2018 |
Lexusgs430:It is indeed! God help me in this land where you have to read and reread  |
| Travel › Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by ecstacy29: 11:24pm On Nov 26, 2018 |
Inkredible: 1 Like
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| Travel › Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by ecstacy29: 11:21pm On Nov 26, 2018 |
fatima04:Lights up in our wee town 1 Like
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| Travel › Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by ecstacy29: 11:14pm On Nov 26, 2018 |
Yinkzy03:. Thank you oiioi, just like someone said, the Lord is my muscle 1 Like |
| Travel › Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by ecstacy29: 11:12pm On Nov 26, 2018 |
Lexusgs430:Huncle please expansiation yourself |
| Travel › Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by ecstacy29: 11:11pm On Nov 26, 2018 |
[quote author=Inkredible post=73330670]Ecstasy29 If you dey Coleraine, I fit show you around if you want Sha. Welcome to The North.. [/quote Thanks brother I gats hook up ooooo, I need all the showing around I can get mbok! How we go do am BTW, I got my OSCE results today and I Passed 2 Likes |
| Travel › Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by ecstacy29: 10:15am On Nov 25, 2018 |
Lexusgs430:If Na my moniker Dey cause temptation, make I go change am abeg |
| Travel › Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by ecstacy29: 10:11am On Nov 25, 2018 |
fatima04:Nagode mamana |
| Travel › Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by ecstacy29: 10:07am On Nov 25, 2018 |
Lexusgs430:I'll do as you say cos I no wan offend my Oga at the top, make them for no leave my hand! �� |
| Travel › Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by ecstacy29: 5:32pm On Nov 24, 2018 |
[quote author=dustydee post=73263014].[/quote Thanks I'm actually in Northern Ireland and it seems everyone is far from each other. |
| Travel › Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by ecstacy29: 5:28pm On Nov 24, 2018 |
Lexusgs430:Ha! Oga boss, I don't even know what you mean  , I'm innocent like that! About mortgage, apart from having to save up for initial deposit, how long before I qualify for a mortgage? I'll have to ask my bank again for the credit card be that! � 1 Like |
| Travel › Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by ecstacy29: 5:20pm On Nov 24, 2018 |
fatima04:Thanks Fati. I'll keep the credit history thingy in mind. BTW, it's hubby and kids back home 1 Like |
| Travel › Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by ecstacy29: 1:12pm On Nov 24, 2018 |
[quote author=fatima04 post=62102073]This thread is about Life in the UK for Immigrants Sooooooo, I have landed, all Glory to God Almighty * Your visa application experience /adjustment status experience :application was straightforward, I applied for me alone, just filled my details. Coy did payment and submission. * Picking up your BRP (disadvantage of not travelling within the 1month vignette and protocols to follow in picking it up) :I don't know the disadvantage cos I picked my BRP on the same day I landed. * Travelling experience (airlines and airport to use) Emirates came through for me(tho,coy booked the ✈) great in-flight entertainment, food was okay * What are the immigration rules to follow? As stated on the visa- no public funds! * Visa renewals and what you are entitled to after 5yrs. I'm sure this has been dealt with on this thread and other UK ones. Hoping to get the ILR and Citizenship thereafter� * Can you open a bank account while still in Nigeria and what bank has the best customer service and plan) I settled for HSBC on getting here cos of less hassle and few documentation. Did not even booked an appointment, just walked in tendered passport and letter from employer, that was it. In about an hour, I had my account opened! My card and pin were promised to be sent in 5 and 7 days respectively with a promise of paying me £10 for every promise not met. Some how, my card and pin did not come as at the promised days, I called them up to remind them of not keeping up with their promise and I was paid the £20! Hmmmmmmm, I'm still scared sha, cause where I'm coming from, nothing goes for nothing * Which State/suburb did you settle in and why? Up North! Omo wase orise something * Public Transportation Vs Driving in the UK For now, Na public transport win am ooooo. Even back home, Lagos driving Dey fear me talk more of this right hand thingy. Driving is a necessity though, but I'll stay on public lane first * Driving in UK? How long can you use your Naija driving license before you get a license? Naija license can be used for a year * Where you live and why you like it or don't like it? Tips on choosing the right neighborhood.(Internet plans, electricity company to use, setting up a house)I love where I live for now, as desire changes, I might consider moving *Renting Vs Mortgage (pitfalls to avoid when choosing mortgage)Still gathering info on this * Using a credit card (things to avoid)Hmmmnnmnmm. My bank offered me and I declined cause I'm yet to fully understand this CC gist. Abeg, I need someone to lecture me in an a-b-c manner on this! Oga just wise and lexusgs430, your input is highly solicited. * Childcare for kids below 5 (cost and how do you go about choosing a minder) Didn't come with my kids for now cuz of the high childcare cost as previously mentioned * Business Tips you can do both over there and abroad No idea * How do you send money home (without much loss)Not started yet, still finding my feet! * What does the NHS fully cover? Every other thing except eyeglasses and dental surgery and stuff, not very certain * Tips on raising kids in a western environment as an African. I just know I'll cross that bridge when I get there(when my kids come over) * What culture shock have you experienced? Their accent up north is different from the average one we see on TV * Tips on how to cloth and cope with the cold weather The wrapping up no get part 2 oooooo. My hot water bottle is my baby for now * Nigerian restaurants and market in your location Nigerian restaurant will be a luxury where I am ooooo. We are not up to 10 blacks in the whole of my community (I am d second naija person at the moment) * How much does your family survive on in a month? I survive on about 1k a month. Ill soon copy @imnotconfused and draw up a budget plan * Developing Nigeria from Abroad (How to go about it) Farfar.......... Shey me I Don develop finish ni? * Nigeria community in Glasgow (my locality) The few Nigerians here are really good with helping each other. Soon, a concrete community will emerge * Fun things to do: going to the gym, beaches, shopping etc. First two will be after winter though *It's not been easy, but it's worth it! For those that came alone, how did you manage without your family? If not for the fact that it's been a long journey to get here, homesickness woulda sent me back. Anyway, lemme not bore the house with my tales. Keep up the good work, y'all. @fati @justwise @lexusgsomething How can I forget our designerz pelsin @ralphlauren And VIP @wonlasewonimi(you made Starling bank stick in my head And all the others unmentioned, you are all wonderful! 5 Likes 1 Share |
| Travel › Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by ecstacy29: 11:43am On Jun 28, 2018 |
sutelk:Welcome to the land of milk and honey..... |
| Travel › Re: Nigerian Nurses And Midwives With The Dream Of Working Abroad Let's Meet Here. by ecstacy29: 5:44pm On May 11, 2018 |
Tunjinodaysoff:Congratulations bro |
| Travel › Re: Nigerian Nurses And Midwives With The Dream Of Working Abroad Let's Meet Here. by ecstacy29: 8:16pm On May 09, 2018 |
Update.. Update!!!! By God's grace I passed my Osce exams in the UK. Journey officially ended. UK dream achieved in 10 months.. My God of One Trial is an awesome God. I can't keep calm meeeen.. Congratulations man, I am truly happy for you. How was d OSCE like?, pls pardon my curiosity.. 1 Like |
| Travel › Re: Nigerian Nurses And Midwives With The Dream Of Working Abroad Let's Meet Here. by ecstacy29: 8:10am On Apr 04, 2018 |
Gracefav:Sup bae, how's it going with you? Don't know about others oooo, buh I'm still here, guess people are busy with different preparations. Cheers 1 Like |
