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davodyguy:
Hello. Just got a mail requesting for further information.

Need to chat you privately oga

davodyguy:
Another of my colleagues, has just been denied again, making 2 out of 5 applications sent so far

wetin Dey happen na .... how u take package d application

Mehn that’s why I always prefer paper application... so I can bombard them with paperwork...

davodyguy:
I think it may be deliberate.

See reasons below. They said they reserve the right to ask for more information, but chose not to

No it’s never deliberate to deny anyone a visa.
This is how it works ....Each immigration officer is trained to use their discretion to judge each application. However there’s a list of eligibility criteria that needs to be ticked on paper by the case officer before any visa is granted. This eligibility criteria is further checked by a supervisor or senior staff to make sure every case officer do not miss any information and have made the right decision on each application.

The burden of proof is on the applicant to make sure the case officer is provided with every necessary document and information. The list of this eligibility criteria is not confidential. You can easily find them on the immigration site if u search enough. It’s a very open process.

If you’re applying for a temporary entry visa ( visitor, tourist, work etc), the immigration officer is “ not obligated” to ask u for any missing piece or pieces in ur application. They have every right to deny it first time. And u cannot appeal or demand any further explanation.

However if it’s a permanent visa category like a resident visa application, the immigration officer is “obligated” to inform the applicant through a letter called “Potentially prejudicial information” PPI Letter, before making the final decision on the application. This letter allows u to clarify whatever doubt they have or provide any missing piece. Even if this category of visa is denied and u think it has been done in error or unjustly, u can appeal the results or even petition the immigration minister.

If a case officer have concerns but you’ve provided every necessary documents and information required for ur visa category, as long as the case officer can tick all the boxes on their paper you are very still likely to get the visa in most cases.

On the other hand, If your motive and intentions are genuine and crystal clear to the case officer but unfortunately s/he can’t tick all the eligibility criteria boxes on the paper, the visa will be declined no matter what.
Except the case officer is in a very good mood or maybe just a very nice and patient person and s/he is willing to go outside of the call of duty to help.

I hope u understand better

Blaqman:
GOOD MORNING ALL, CAN ANYONE ADVISE HOW LONG IT TAKES FOR A PH,D STUDENT VISA TO BE APPROVED AFTER COLLECTING MY VISA BACK FROM SOUTH AFRICA. IT IS ALMOST SIX WEEKS TO TWO MONTHS NOW THAT I COLLECTED MY VISA BACK FRO SA AND I HAVE NOT HEARD ANYTHING REGARDING MY SUBMITTED VISA APPLICATION BECAUSE THE STATUS HAS NOT CHANGED FROM SUBMITTED.

which visa did u collect back from SA

OG..... lol

ugsams:
Na that Lagos life make me survive them because my street OT was well ahead of their plot.

ugsams:
Funny enough I always find myself missing that Lagos life many times, New Zealand can be quite boring and lonely at times.

you’re not alone bro.... I miss Naija everyday even though they say it’s a jungle.
It’s too lonely here sometimes.....Even most local find it too politically correct that u can’t just meet a person once and have an instant friendship.....you hardly find people with more than 10 close friends unlike Naija where u can have 500....lol

Wish u all the luck mate

davodyguy:
my people, I just submitted my application now paid 211 NZL dollar

ugsams:
I get your point, Auckland is about the only place where I feel alive here... I like the busy and bigger cities. Unfortunately I haven't been to Wellington yet. As for Huntly I heard lots of negative stories about the place which I didn't take serious until I have my own personal experience. I will never live there for any reason.

ahahahah nothing in NZ can be as tough as living on Lagos street.

People who are more knowledgeable in this category can enlighten u more but I know it’s point base. With your education and experience, I believe u qualify for the point. Will get u more info

georgee:
@femijck

For one to apply for Skilled immigration visa in New Zealand, do i need to have a job offer before i can apply.
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My major is banking
9 years experience in International Trade

Oh definitely a bit cheaper outside Auckland....my sister in-law stays in Huntley just before where u are and house prices are ridiculous low compare to Auckland. But not sure I can live anywhere else apart from Auckland and Wellington.

ugsams:
yeah bro, it is really not a small figure, it takes sacrifice, discipline and extra hours of work to achieve. Also, I think cost of living is a little bit cheaper down here in Hamilton.

Definitely possible... but my bro u & I know that’s not a small figure for one year especially if you’ve got bills and other responsibilities...lol

ugsams:
It's achievable, it all depends on your lifestyle, how long and hard you're willing to work and your pay rate.

ugsams:
Congratulations on becoming a Kiwi and well-done for keeping the thread alive. Many people may not understand how much sacrifice you make in order to respond to the queries here especially when we consider the time difference. Many times I have set out to respond to questions, typed half way and then break is over at work(you can only use phone during break or after work) or one thing comes up and that will be the end.

To everyone who is considering making a move here, I will say go for it if you have the resources and opportunities to come here legally. Working condition is good, quality of life is nice and the people are very polite and respectful. Your rights are protected and generally it's safe here. However, if you're not going to be in Auckland prepare for a laid back life which was a challenge to someone like me at first.

You’re very correct bro.... especially the first paragraph. It’s not easy.... most of my typing are done in my precious time. And that’s why I hardly reply PM except when it’s very confidential and I have been informed earlier. But some of the beautiful comments makes it all worth it.

djavu82:
Thanks for the detailed explanation.
I have a job in Nigeria now and it's not dt bad though but am qualified for the NZ skilled migrant program under d long term skilled shortage program. Therefore, I will be given a PR (as per what I read) but I also read u won't be qualified for some benefits until after 24months. Such benefits whixh u r not qualified for includes support if u do not work.

So Am doing some computations to see if it's worth exploring. I have checked my score and likely to score 165 meaning, I can be selected from d EOI pool. I have assessed my university transcript by NZQA body whixh is valid for 5years...

But sincerely, the only thing I still find interesting yet is the citizenship after 5years and International job experience...Now, I want to be sure if working alone, I can save money, pay my bills and not have a stressful life reason I am asking for some of dz info.

Anyway, is there anything like a room and parlour (Like we call it here)....pending when i finds my feet to get a bigger apartment...what's d idea of the cost...

Thanks for d info so far

If you qualify for the skill migrant category, then it’s an opportunity you should take. Things will come a little bit easier.
Also becoming NZ citizen will be a Golden opportunity for u and those involved. It’s a gate to the globe for y’all. Also as a NZ citizen, u can live indefinitely in Australia if u choose to.

* No room and parlour but you can share a flat with people or rent an a 1/2 bedroom unit from a building. Renting a unit will give u the privacy than sharing a flat. But might be slightly higher in price.

djavu82:
Thank u for this info...

I sincerely appreciate.

Am just kinda worried dt if u begin to pay $500 per week without bills whixh is roughly $2000 per month, dt means u must get a job dt is roughly $5000 or $6000 per month ex Tax.

To earn 5000 NZD after tax means you have to earn at least $37/hr for a 40hrs/week job or $30/hr for a 50hr/week job (rough estimate). Most low and mid skill job worker don’t earn close to this.

I don’t think u can earn that much doing 40hrs a week mate, at the beginning of this thread, I mentioned NZ is not a Cheap country to live in. especially Auckland

There are couples who do not earn more than 4500-5000 a month. That been said, there are individual that still earn over 4500 monthly doing just low skill or mid skill job.
Although Professionals, tradie and business owners could earn more.

I believe your partner will be working ft/pt time too. If not, I will advise u think twice because I don’t think you qualify for any social benefit as non- resident immigrants and living on one income might be stressful before u find ur feet here. Except u have ur own plan.

Single or couple without kids do share flat which makes a huge difference...flat sharing could cost between 150-250 depending on the area, number of people in the house and nature of the flat u sharing.

I stand to be corrected on this .... but it’s my personal opinion.

djavu82:
Ok noted.

My questions are not directly related to this thread...Anyway,
1. Please in which state or province of NZ do blacks reside or Nigerians
2. Where do u advise as settlement base for any Nigerian
3. What is the average monthly rent for a 2bedroom apartment in dz area.

Thanks

Auckland is the most populated and probably most expensive city here. But u will definitely meet Africans/ Nigerians if that’s your concern. African community is not so large like Indian, Asian or Pacific Islanders community so you won’t necessarily see Africans daily. But u will definitely see them around. Also there are few African churches around here.


There isn’t a lot of difference between 2 and 3 b/room apartment when it comes to pricing. But averagely I would say $350-$450 weekly for 2 bed while 3 bed could be $500 on average. This doesn’t include bills (power, internet, water etc).

Other cities might come cheaper but I recommend you don’t go to the South Island as I don’t have much knowledge of the African community or jobs availability except you don’t mind working on a farm.

davodyguy:
As usual, no booklet.

I left Lagos, went to Abeokuta, paid ₦35,000 instead of ₦17,000 official money, yet still story.

I'm just tired of everything. I believe so much in Nigeria, but with the way are going now, I just might give up.

On Monday, I have to visit Abeokuta again to go beg the director and possibly bribe him so my passport can be printed.

Nigeria is almost finished

Naija my country

davodyguy:
My passport is still not ready yet

why is that?

AyodejiAyeni:
Student Visa. I am self-sponsored.

I honestly can’t remember our convo sorry...... could u pls fill me in again as I can’t go back searching the thread.

Cheers

djavu82:
Femijck....I need ur email please...

Or please chat mi up via dejipekun@yahoo.com

I usually advise people to ask their question on this thread as that will create more audience and other experience guys here can also give suggestions and advise.

Secondly it will serve as info for others who might need same info. But if it’s very confidential, then send me a PM

And forensic analysis is next to zero in my beautiful country

StarUp:
That car was parked before it was burnt...he was either killed and burnt in his car or he swapped bodies and disappeared somewhere to enjoy his loot with a new girl... But if you ask me, I will say it was a case of murder because the sitting posture of the body remains in the car says it all.

ezinwaJesu:
You don't have to pay tuition before Visa application. Start your application with your unconditional offer of place and ensure your medical and x-ray test reference number is handy because you can't submit an application for students visa up to one year without the result.

Once Immigration is satisfied with your application, you will receive what is called "Approval In Principle (AIP)".
Once your application is approved in principle, you pay your full one year tuition immediately and send the receipt to INZ for confirmation. Students Visa is usually issued up to 5 days after submitting receipt of tuition payment.

Remember your Nigerian Passport must go to South Africa for confirmation before an AIP. So get everything ready along with a passport handling fee of R505.

Best of luck.

Good info

davodyguy:
Thanks.

I haven't submitted. If you check the image, you'll see unsubmitted.

I'll cancel and then open fresh accounts for the others. It's more of helping them to fill form online and nothing more

Alright bro, BOL

davodyguy:
Hello chief
See the attached image.

That's my realme account.

It is legal to help others submit their applications using my created account and at the same time submit mine without doing group application?

If you look at the image, you'll see 2 applications

The first one with a name is for the guy I'm helping, while mine is below without a name, as my passport is still being processed in Abeokuta.

Please advise if their any negative implications
Thanks

Firstly you need to understand that real me is a government platform to prevent identity theft and it’s uniquely used by an individual for several purposes including visa application.

Using a realme account is solely for whoever details were use to open the account and nothing else.
https://www.ivisa.com/new-zealand-blog/new-zealand-visa-and-realme



Secondly helping people with their visa application is very illegal in NZ except you are a licensed adviser or immigration lawyer. However you can assist with filling the forms if the principal applicant cannot do that themselves but cannot provide immigration advice.
https://www.immigration.govt.nz/about-us/our-online-systems/apply-on-behalf

Applying for visa on behalf of someone can only be done by employer or education providers. In this case, if INZ regard what you’ve done as illegal, there will be issues which is likely to be the case. Realme is yours and unique to you.

If you haven’t submit the application, I will advise u cancel it immediately.

P.S: informations in this text are my personal opinion and not immigration advise .

Cheers

I think we need to be more romantic in Africa. Her groom was crying and she stood there Looking at him like a stranger , no hug no touch no any form of affection. Just a little touch on his arm would have been magical.

Any HML to Mr. Dumelo

Lekster:
Good day sir,
Please kindly advice me I just came across this thread.. I’m in my early 30’s And willing to leave this country..
please what type of visa can I apply for sir
I have just O’level
I had to stop to face hustle when I couldn’t cope again
I learnt painting at time.. I’m self employed now I have my business registered under Cac I have saved some amount for this..
Your advice is needed
What type of visa will be ok for me ? And how do I do about it?
With what I read on the thread school fees is exorbitant over there
I’m planning to write Ietls before on general training
@femijck

Student visa is the best and u can go from there... search for one year course program from any institution......preferably all these institutions of technology. They might be cheaper than Uni, I’m not so sure

Check Dr. Fatayi clinic in VI.

ourhumanity:
hello House. please where can one carry out XRAY for Australia visa application in Lagos?

Me wey still Dey work ....lol

davodyguy:
At 11:00pm, Go sleep

ezinwaJesu:
Bros I guess this is your first post on Nairaland. How do you win our confidence.

I found the guy a bit funny too ... I believe nobody on this thread will patronise him that’s why I didn’t comment.

I don’t think so but possibly .... many factors will have to be considered e.g wages, responsibilities, lifestyle, marital status, hustling prowess etc. but the minimum wages is $17.70 and a full time job is 40hrs.

Averagely people without any major qualifications or skills earn around $40k+ Pa. But might be higher with overtime.

ezinwaJesu:
@Femi: Can someone working in New Zealand comfortably save $20k per annum after tax, rent and all other personal expenses

Blaqman:
Please can anyone advise me the current exchange rate for New Zealand Dollar to Naira, I just want to be sure.
Also confirm if I the internet conversion rate is realistic.

#233 today on WU..... sometimes upto 240.

davodyguy:
I don't want to over do, but the list of documents I compiled for submission, hope it wouldn't be too much



1 Intl passport
2. Letter of Invitation
3. Marriage certificate
4. CAC documents as business owner
5. All professional qualifications
6. Passport Photograph
7. Statement of account
8. Letter from Sponsor to Embassy(HR writing letter)
9. Evidence of previous travel
10. Hotel reservation
11. Ticket itinerary showing reservation
12. List of my landed properties with their values
13. Family photographs
14. List of floating assets(Stocks, Treasury bills, Bonds)
15. Self introduction letter
16. Evidence of attending previous two conferences In Tokyo and Sydney respectively
17. List of some top clients and letters of engagement showing ongoing projects
18. Two bank reference letters showing company's financial solvency of the firm
19. Evidence of paying taxes, company and Personal Income tax
20. Evidence of registration for the conference



Some of us intend to submit our applications on June 3rd, 2019 as there would be public holiday after Ramadan from 4th to 6th of June. We must allow ample time for the ECO to process our applications.

Hope I'm not over doing it

Nothing like ‘over doing’ when it comes to showing evidence. It’s better to give overwhelming evidence and let the immigration officer choose the significant one than to provide less evidence.

Your list of evidence is comprehensive enough. You will be alright.

Cheers

davodyguy:
Femi, days of reckoning is fast approaching. We are nearing June 3rd submission date

The lord is on your side lol...... you’ve done this several times nah.... so no worries