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Travel › Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 5 by fetomowo: 2:44pm On Jun 23, 2021

It's not false.

But let's not bicker about it. Gracias!

AAO7:
Go back and read what he said. Then come back.
Paragraph 3 is false!

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Travel › Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 5 by fetomowo: 2:37pm On Jun 23, 2021

I am not sure you properly digested what I wrote. What's sentimental about a process I have used my self and for others. I never said you shouldn't have enough money or add buffers. Sometimes even the buffer people provide doesn't cut it. It's good for folks to know what to if and when certain things happen.

The rule to proof of fund is to show clearly how you did set aside the required funds, some people actually use a letter of explanation to provide average figures, some use the exchange rate on the last day or even the first day. Just let them know how you calculated your PoF.

By the time it's August and people run into different kinds of hitch, this might be helpful.

Regards,

AAO7:
I beg to differ!
They’re reasonable not sentimental.
Where possible, add enough buffer! We have seen people be refused for this exact same thing so why take chances.

Many schools tell your explicitly that the amount required must not drop, not even for a second and then you’re saying it’s the day you set aside. THATS NOT TRUE! I can agree with the day you submit but not the day you set aside….

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Travel › Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 5 by fetomowo: 11:51am On Jun 23, 2021

No! You are fine wether you add to it or not.

Let me state this here cos I see a lot around conversion rate. When you set aside money for 28 days. Go to OANDA and print your conversion rate.

Back in 2013, when I applied, the money I set aside for 28 days didn't cut it by the 28th day. Exchange rate had taken off a bit out of it. There was no time to do another round. So what I did was to print the OANDA rate on the day I set aside the funds. It was clearly the requires amount.

The officials are not unreasonable people. I think it was 2017 that exchange rate pulmet to unthinkable levels, I gave this hack to someone and he got his visa like I did.

No matter how much buffer you have, if the Naira goes on free fall, it won't cut it. Hence, what's most important is the currency equivalence on the first day you start counting your 28 days. Ensure it is what is required.

japhethGold:
Hello Good people,

Please help me with this:

My school is Birmingham City University.
The school fee is GBP13,200
I got scholarship of GBP1500
I paid deposit of GBP3000
BALANCE FEE DUE NOW= 8,700GBP
Maintenance fund = 9,207GBP

Total Fund required= 17,907GBP.

Now, I have set aside NGN10,850,000.

My school agent is asking me to add another N500k. Although he confirmed that I have excess of only N500k based on the above Naira amount above in my account. However, he prefers I should have excess of N1M. So I should look for additional N500k and add to make excess funds N1M. His argument is that Naira is falling against the GBP so I should build a stronger buffer against FX rate.

Please good people would this excess amount in anyway affect my chances of getting visa approval?

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Travel › Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 5 by fetomowo: 4:43pm On Jun 22, 2021

When you have a joint application - that is a main applicant and dependants- and you are paying for a priority service or super-priority service, will that be charged individually for each passport or will our application be treated and charged as one and the same?

Does anyone know?

Thanks in anticipation

Travel › Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 5 by fetomowo: 4:32pm On Jun 22, 2021

Which is better for a walk in?

TLS Ikeja,
TLS VI,

and maybe
TLS Abuja

Thanks.

Travel › Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 5 by fetomowo: 7:17pm On Jun 20, 2021

Hi everyone,

Please can anyone clear this for me.

If you print out a 28 day bank statement but took an additional six days to get your CAS statement from your university, would you still be able to go ahead with visa application? Is that what the 30 day rule mean? How exactly long is the 28 day bank statement valid for?

Thanks, anticipating....

Travel › Re: USA Visit Visa Part 4 by fetomowo: 6:58am On Feb 07, 2021

Infiosa:
It is not totally true or untrue but a function or discretion of the airline. I think it's better to start learning how Rapid test is being carried out. I plan to visit US in April via Emirates and I have been reading about their requirements to travel to, from or through Dubai. See the attached

Please, does anyone know if transiting through Europe ( CDG, AMS, LHR) will constitute a violation of the US covid 19 protocols?

If yes what is the advisable thing to do, travel through Qatar or UAE, or even North Africa to JFK?

Please kindly advise. Thanks

Travel › Re: General South Africa Visa Enquiries by fetomowo: 6:23am On Apr 26, 2018

graciousme:
Okay, Thank you for the response. Are you sure Nigeria Mastercard would work? I am in Nigeria. Please house I need help with police clearance certificate. I was asked to pay 15k here in Ilorin. Is this the price range?

If you go to CID, Alagbon Lagos, you will pay 4.5-6K. If you pay 15K in Ilorin they will come to Lagos to get it for you. It might take time. Weigh your options.

Travel › Re: General South Africa Visa Enquiries by fetomowo: 10:13am On Apr 04, 2018

ayinkala:
Hello Gurus in the house.

I was granted 3 months Visitor Visa and it was stated on it that I must not spend more that 7 days. It was a single entry though.
I traveled for a Programme last week Monday and came back yesterday, meaning that I obeyed the instruction.

The Visa is expiring May 24 and I have another Programme I am attending between May 22 to May 24. Do I need to apply for another Visa? however the issued visa still valid till May 24.

I will appreciate your adice.

Thanks

You need a new Visa. You had a single entry visa that meant you could enter SA anytime within the specified period once and allowed to stay only for a week.

Travel › Re: General South Africa Visa Enquiries by fetomowo: 6:32am On Mar 17, 2018

prof1999:
GOOD DAY , GOOD PEOPLE . PLEASE I AM HAVING A KIND OF DIFFICULTY IN PAYING A FEE (10,000RAND) INTO A SCHOOL ACCOUNT , WHEN I CONTACTED MY BANK(FIRST BANK) THEY SAID THEY DON'T MAKE THAT PAYMENT AGAIN. EXCEPT IN USD . PLEASE ANY QUICK WAY TO GET THE MONEY PAID .I HAVE 4 DAYS LEFT TO DEADLINE

Oga, I told you to get back to me on this when you pm'ed me. Could have easily collected 835.07 USD PTA @ 360 for you. Already travelled now, Withdraw that money go to aboki and change it. Ask your bankers if they can pay it in USD. I guess Monday is your deadline. No time oga!

Travel › Re: General South Africa Visa Enquiries by fetomowo: 5:09am On Mar 15, 2018

faithest1:
Gud evenin All, I want to appreciate everyone for the info and enlightement I was able to gather here in applying for my study visa.
My processsed application for study visa was been sent through courier to me today, and alas! I was granted permit. Even though this wil b my first traveling experience, but I was able to gather info for my visa submission and was succesful.. wish everyone the best

Congratulations!

Travel › Re: General South Africa Visa Enquiries by fetomowo: 5:58am On Mar 10, 2018

xpress101:
Is he a PhD student?

what if he is?

Travel › Re: General South Africa Visa Enquiries by fetomowo: 11:47am On Mar 01, 2018

faithest1:
Good day house, pls is there anyone here who submitted his or her application for visa at vfs lagos on 16th or afterwards and has been granted, cos I submited for study visa on 16th and havent received any response except the text that it was dispatched to SA high comission on that day. Just want to kno if theres anyone within that time frame that has been granted

Be patient. While you are doing that, waiting for a text message is not the best way to track your application. Go to vfs website and track your application using your date of birth and your Application ID.

Travel › Re: General South Africa Visa Enquiries by fetomowo: 9:49am On Feb 23, 2018

explicite:
Hello, can you help me out with how you booked verifiable flight for the visa, thanks

Yes. You can book a flight from flysaa.com thats South African Airways (Not any other airline) for Visa processing.

Book a round trip. It will expire in 72 hours. So book close to the date you will submit your application.

Travel › Re: General South Africa Visa Enquiries by fetomowo: 12:40pm On Feb 14, 2018

Hello Guys! I got my study permit for Ph.D. today. Submitted on Tuesday 6th in VFS Lagos. Got to SA Embassy in Lagos on Wednesday, 7th. Processed and dispatched to VFS for Collection on the 12th. That's roughly 4 to 5 days. Decided to pick it up today 14th. All done in about a week.

Thank you guys for all the advise.

My lesson learned is
1) to be extra honest (volunteer more than is needed),
2) you can use a non-blood relative SOA. Do make untrue claims anywhere in your letters.
3) State things as clearly as possible. If you have any seemingly conflicting information (State the reason in your letter of introduction)

I thank you all for your help!

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Travel › Re: Going To Saint Vincent (carribean). How Do I Get There From LAGOS? by fetomowo(op): 4:10pm On Feb 12, 2018

Found Someone who knows the route. My Friend (not even a Nigerian), came to Lagos and was trying to get him there. Long route, big money. she's got there now. Thanks all!

Travel › Going To Saint Vincent (carribean). How Do I Get There From LAGOS? by fetomowo(op): 11:19pm On Feb 09, 2018

Please help a friend get to Saint Vincent. The person is Ghanaian and She will be traveling from Lagos. How can she do that and avoid getting transit visas? Thanks. Contributions welcomed!

Travel › Re: General South Africa Visa Enquiries by fetomowo: 11:16am On Feb 08, 2018

Overcomer2017:
Check the website for the necessary requirements and download the application form, it’s in it. My question is how is the crowd traffic at the application office in Lagos presently

The crowd is much. Make sure you get there early.

Travel › Re: General South Africa Visa Enquiries by fetomowo: 10:08am On Jan 30, 2018

justwise:
Your chances of getting a visa is very remote even with a letter from your friend because..

You will find it difficult to convince the embassy that your friend is willing to allow you to use his money for your Ph.D. program. You don't present bank statement for the seek of it, you present a bank statement stating that the money in that account will be available for your use in SA.

So the question here is..is your friend sponsoring your Ph.D program? If yes then why will he spend thousands on your education?

I have enough money in my account. I don't just have the cashflow. How about my friend claiming relationship (as a cousin) with me in the letter. Would any proof to substantiate the claim be required?

Thanks @justwise I see your work on Canny thread. Respect bros!

Travel › Re: General South Africa Visa Enquiries by fetomowo: 9:51pm On Jan 29, 2018

joekinbile:
Bros I entered UCH at Ibdn, and I got lists of test of which I may spend up to 20k, so I am leaving for a general hospital tomorrow. The funniest thing about UCH is their result which seems to be late even after test, I did my x-ray in a private hospital @ 4k

You nor need do every test. The test you need to do majorly is Xray to check for TB, General Physical condition - medical fitness determined from the combination of Xray and all the blood test (HIV, Hepatitis). You nor need pass three or four test. Carry the form wey you download go meet them. Otherwise, dem go use your money chop and pay house rent.

Travel › Re: General South Africa Visa Enquiries by fetomowo: 4:27pm On Jan 29, 2018

zico70:
Got my study permit issued, submitted 16 jan at vfs lagos. Thanks guys

Congratulations!

What was your experience?

Travel › Re: General South Africa Visa Enquiries by fetomowo: 4:20pm On Jan 29, 2018

samtol4:
The passport issue you stated is not clear to me . can you please explain better ? Medical report take it to doctor to sign and stamp the test not necessary . download the forms from Sa embassy site

I mean my International passport. The one I used to apply for admission expired in December. I have a new one now. Do I submit both - that is my old and new international passport together? I have visas in the expired one. Should I do the photocopy of all visas too?

Got it?

Travel › Re: General South Africa Visa Enquiries by fetomowo: 2:19pm On Jan 29, 2018

[quote author=samtol4 post=64609759][/quote]Thanks Samtol.

What about the Passport issue? What do you think? Refer to my earlier post please.

Travel › Re: General South Africa Visa Enquiries by fetomowo: 2:17pm On Jan 29, 2018

joekinbile:
Mr fetomowo pls how much did you do your medical test and which hospital

Na Airforce Hospital, You can do your test in any Government hospital. Spent about 15K. All sorts of Lab test, Radiology. International Medical Cert. etc. (It may be cheaper in other hospitals.)

Travel › Re: General South Africa Visa Enquiries by fetomowo: 1:03pm On Jan 29, 2018

Make una help me clarify something before I submit this application. I get PhD admission but on the letter na my old passport number dey there. I don collect the new passport. Should I submit the two together? The new one has a field indicating the old passport number. Should I also do the copy of all visas on the old passport?

I been ask one old question before. Biko, can I use my friend's bank statement or the person gats be my blood relative?
I beg make person wey get head respond.

Thanks.

Travel › Re: General South Africa Visa Enquiries by fetomowo: 6:02am On Jan 26, 2018

joekinbile:
Kindly help your bro please, I need an answer, is Saqa a periquisite to getting permit for SA embassy?

Yes, Its safe to have it! Did you get your admission without it?

Travel › Re: General South Africa Visa Enquiries by fetomowo: 6:06pm On Jan 25, 2018

fetomowo:
Hello everyone! Please, what minimum amount am I to hold in an account for a Ph.D. student going to SA.

Secondly, I am using another person's account for my SOA. I hope this is acceptable. He is a friend. Must I be related by blood to him to use his account?

Thirdly, Is there a fast track visa application in Lagos? Anyone with answers, please?

Answers, please?

Travel › Re: General South Africa Visa Enquiries by fetomowo: 3:36pm On Jan 25, 2018

joekinbile:
Please I am waiting, kindly help me please

What Plan? Ph.D. or Undergrad? Anyways, you don't need to do three-year insurance, a year is okay.
check momentum here
www.ingwehealth.co.za

Travel › Re: General South Africa Visa Enquiries by fetomowo: 12:27pm On Jan 25, 2018

Hello everyone! Please, what minimum amount am I to hold in an account for a Ph.D. student going to SA.

Secondly, I am using another person's account for my SOA. I hope this is acceptable. He is a friend. Must I be related by blood to him to use his account?

Thirdly, Is there a fast track visa application in Lagos? Anyone with answers, please?

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