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Travel › Re: General UK Visa Enquiries - Part 5 by Gd0007(m): 11:25pm On Dec 11, 2024

Thank you for your time and advice.

I believe I'll combine vacation and attending the graduation as my purpose of visit. Stating vacation alone might require me to book my own accommodation and increase my budget. Additionally, I think including my property as evidence will strengthen my ties. What do you think?

Cashmadam:
I think vacation will work better. You work hard. You deserve a break. Your previous UK visa will be an advantage.

Reduce your budget. Claim only the income that you receive directly, fill your form carefully and present evidence of your earnings and disposable income. Of cos your ties to Nigeria.

I'm confident you will get the visa. Good luck!

Travel › Re: General UK Visa Enquiries - Part 5 by Gd0007(m): 5:19pm On Dec 11, 2024

Thank you for your time and for sharing your advice and perspective.

I have elderly parents who are not interested in traveling to the UK for this purpose. As mentioned in my previous cover letters, I highlighted that I have family commitments to return to. I also plan to include details about my children, their yearly group pictures from school, and our family photos, including pictures from my younger brother's wedding before he traveled to the UK for his studies.

I have also addressed the reason why my previous UK visa was not utilized, but if you have a more suitable explanation to include, I would appreciate your suggestions. Additionally, my marriage certificate was not issued in Nigeria nor is it a Nigerian certificate.

Thank you once again for your guidance.

giselle237:
While Dubai does not share the same immigration profile and isn't currently regarded as ‘relevant’ travel history by the UK or 1st world nations, your RESIDENCY permit could be beneficial.
You can mention graduation as a reason in your application as well as saying how you both have missed each other… If your parents are dead, also use that angle… to explain the emotional aspect. I recommend writing a cover letter. In it, explain how busy you’ve been with business commitments, acknowledging that you intended to travel to the UK in 2019 but couldn't utilize the visa due to those same business obligations. This proactive approach will preemptively address any concerns the ECO may have about your lack of travel history in the last 10 years in the end.
Add all your children’s birth certificates as well as proofs they will be in Nigeria + add your wife’s proof as well that she would be in Nigeria throughout the duration of your trip.

Travel › Re: General UK Visa Enquiries - Part 5 by Gd0007(m): 1:48pm On Dec 11, 2024

Thank you for taking the time to share your perspective.

Regarding the rental income, it is first paid into my brother's account since he manages it, and then it is transferred to me. My business in Nigeria has had an online and physical presence since 2016, with a consistent monthly salary.

Additionally, I held a UAE residency from 2019 to 2022, although I only visited twice, spending 20 days on each occasion. I was also issued a UK visa in 2019, which I couldn’t use due to tight business commitments , so it hasn’t been decades since I last traveled.

The person currently managing my mini market is the same individual who managed my now-closed UAE store. I had her relocated to oversee the mart.

As for the purpose of my visit, it is to attend my brother's graduation. Do you advise changing it to "vacation" in case the ECO does not recognize attending a graduation as a valid reason for visiting?

giselle237:
It seems you haven't had any ‘relevant’ travel history in the last 10 years, and your financial situation appears inconsistent, particularly regarding rent payments made to your junior brother’s account for income purposes. If I were in your position, I would proceed with caution and focus diligently on the application, as graduation isn’t considered a make-or-break issue by the ECOs.

To elaborate, it seems you're attempting to piece together various income sources to demonstrate economic ties, which might raise red flags for the visa officer. Only you relies on rent, self-employment, a mini supermarket, and the sale of 10 acres anhan…. It can seem suspicious. .. again this is how you derived your account balance… so you can decide to stay away illegally if you get a concrete job in the UK.
If you were genuinely stable financially as you claim, it would be expected that you would have traveled to countries with similar immigration processes to the UK in the past decade, making your narrative more credible. That’s what I’m trying to convey.

Please ensure your supporting documentation is thorough and meticulously organized.
Good luck!

Travel › Re: General UK Visa Enquiries - Part 5 by Gd0007(m): 1:31pm On Dec 11, 2024

Thank you once again for taking the time to respond.

Yes, I will reduce it to £1,200–£1,700.

I truly appreciate your advice and support.

b31164707:
Thanks for your response. Since your average monthly disposable income is between 600,000 Naira and 1,000,000 Naira, can you possibly reduce your total budget for the trip to an amount in the £1,000 to £1,950 range to be on the safe side? Given the range of your average monthly disposable income, £2,000 seems a bit excessive.

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Travel › Re: General UK Visa Enquiries - Part 5 by Gd0007(m): 10:49am On Dec 11, 2024

Thank you for your time to respond.

My average monthly disposable income ranges between 600,000 Naira and 1,000,000 Naira because it is not fixed. However, I have £5,000- £4,989 available as a bank balance, which demonstrates my ability to cover the travel expenses.

Additionally, I made a school fees deposit from my account to his school then. Can I include this as well ?

b31164707:
You have a strong profile, which will very likely work in your favor. However, in order to advise accordingly, may I please know what your average monthly disposable income is like? Please provide a range if possible. Since you're planning to spend a total of £2,000 (including flights), your disposable income cannot be significantly less than approx. 2 million Naira (£1,000) per month, or else there might be an issue o because you can't spend more than 2 to 3 times your disposable income.

Travel › Re: General UK Visa Enquiries - Part 5 by Gd0007(m): 10:27am On Dec 11, 2024

Thanks for your advice I appreciate it. I just put that date as example. Going for just 6-7 days.

Can I also include the first school deposit fee I paid for my brother?

Thank you

MiddyO:
Hello I am a Lawyer and thought to chip in. Your letter is well drafted however please re-draft this sentence
FROM-
I plan to visit the UK from 02/2025 to 07/2025 (this implies you want to stay from February to July not six days), spending a total of six days. My brother will provide accommodation during my stay, and I have budgeted £2,000 to cover the costs of flights, feeding, and transport.

TO-
I plan to visit the UK from the 2nd of ........2025 to the 7th of ............... 2025, spending a total of six days. My brother will provide accommodation during my stay, and I have budgeted £2,000 to cover the costs of flights, feeding, and transport.

Travel › Re: General UK Visa Enquiries - Part 5 by Gd0007(m): 3:41am On Dec 11, 2024

Dear all,

Any advice on this cover letter below:

Re: Application for a 6-Month UK Visitor Visa

I am writing to support my application for a UK visitor visa to attend the graduation ceremony of my brother, Adiss ABC, who is graduating from Ola University on 06/06/2025. He has formally invited me to witness this significant milestone in his academic journey.

I plan to visit the UK from 02/2025 to 07/2025, spending a total of six days. My brother will provide accommodation during my stay, and I have budgeted £2,000 to cover the costs of flights, feeding, and transport.

Background and Financial Capacity
My name is Tunde Ade, a Nigerian citizen with permanent residency in South Africa. I previously resided in South Africa, where I established a business and traveled extensively, including visits to Poland, Germany (twice in 2009 and 2010), and the UK in 2010, Twice to UAE in 2019. I returned to Nigeria in 2016 to focus on my business, Doyin Nigeria Limited, which specializes in xcy production.

I currently earn ₦1,000,000 monthly as a salary from my business. Additionally, I have diversified my income streams:

I own a student rental accommodation property with 48 self-contained rooms, generating an annual income of ₦12,800,000. The rental income is paid into my junior brother's bank account, as he oversees the management of the property. His banking details will be provided as supporting evidence.

I operate a mini supermarket managed by my younger sister, providing me with a monthly profit of ₦300,000.

Previously, I established a business in the UAE called Zo Trading, which focused on exporting produce and African stuff. My younger sister managed this business until it was closed in 2021 due to low patronage.

Additionally, I have sold 10 acres out of 50 acres of my lands, and the payments were made directly into my account. This has accumulated to the balance I currently have. I have attached receipts for the land sales as evidence.

These ventures ensure I have a stable and substantial income, enabling me to comfortably fund my short trip to the UK without financial strain.

Travel History and UK Visa Experience
I have a robust travel history, including previous visits to Europe,UAE and the UK. Although my initial UK visa application in Nigeria was refused, the decision was overturned upon review, and I was granted a visa (Visa Number: 7377). Unfortunately, due to pressing business commitments, I could not use the visa before it expired.

Purpose of Visit and Return Commitment
This trip is solely for the purpose of attending my brother's graduation. I have no intention of overstaying my visa or seeking employment in the UK. My thriving businesses, substantial financial obligations, and my family including my wife and three children, aged 10,6,3, ensure my strong ties to Nigeria and guarantee my return after the visit.

To support my application, I have attached the following documents:

Invitation letter from my brother

Proof of accommodation

Financial statements showing available funds

Evidence of business ownership and income (e.g., business registration documents, Instagram adverts, Google my business location,rental income receipts)

Copies of previous visas and travel history

Land sales receipts

Thank you for considering my application. I am committed to complying with all UK immigration laws and look forward to the opportunity to visit your country briefly.

Yours sincerely,
Tunde Ade
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I hope this stands as a cover letter/introduction and if there is anything I need to correct or included I would appreciate any comments or contributions.

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Travel › Re: Usa Visit Visa Part 5 by Gd0007(m): 10:58pm On Nov 29, 2024

2026 ah this one loud oh.

LaMujer:
I just used my last reschedule to reschedule my appointment from 31 Jan 2025, to 13 Jan 2026

E. B. Things 😂😂😂

Travel › Re: Usa Visit Visa Part 5 by Gd0007(m): 1:18am On Nov 29, 2024

I can guide you on how to make the payment online through your bank, which is more convenient than going to the branch. However, if you still choose to visit the bank, ensure your invoice remains valid until Monday.

GeminiQueen:
Hi please, I sent a nairaland email because I cannot PM you. I wanted to know if you were in Nigeria when you used the chase credit card or US.

I just tried using a Chase credit card and it failed again. Just wanted to confirm before I go to firstbank for the deposit option tomorrow since the card isn’t working

Thank you.

Travel › Re: Usa Visit Visa Part 5 by Gd0007(m): 4:36am On Nov 18, 2024

Creating a profile for your son caused a duplicate issue. You should have used your own profile to book his appointment. A single AVATS account can create appointments for others once you have their DS-160. You just need to enter the details.

My suggestion is to delete your son's profile and wait a few days for the system to clear the log from the database. Then restart the process using your own profile. Once you book your appointment, you’ll be able to book your son’s appointment as well.

Note: This is just a personal suggestion to help you move past this issue and is not professional advice.

Hollarmiday:
Hello all pls I’m trying to add my son to my appointment age it keep saying duplicate, should i delete his avits profile will that work? Or how do i go about it? He is a minor

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Travel › Re: Usa Visit Visa Part 5 by Gd0007(m): 4:29am On Nov 18, 2024

Here’s the process I think you can follow:

1. Book Your Own Appointment: First, search for a date that works for you and book your appointment.

2. Book for Your Wife: After booking your own appointment, pay for your wife’s appointment and monitor for the same date within 24 hours.

3. Reschedule if Needed: If the available date for your wife is different from yours, reschedule your own appointment to match her date so you can attend together.

4. Book for Your Daughter: Once you have the dates for both yourself and your wife, pay for your daughter's appointment. Any available date for your daughter will be the one you confirm.

5. Reschedule if Necessary: If you end up with a different date for your daughter, you may need to reschedule for yourself and your wife to match her date.

6. You can start on Saturday or Sunday by booking your own appointment and making the payment. By Tuesday, your booking should be confirmed. If you're lucky and see available dates on Wednesday, go ahead and make the payment for your daughter that same day. This way, you'll likely have access to book her appointment by Friday night or Saturday, depending on the timing of your payment.

I am still surprised you are able to make payment for your wife & daughter without securing your own appointment first.

mimikekenini:
Can someone please help me on this… 🙏🙏🙏🙏
I need this clarification. Please help 🙏

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Travel › Re: Usa Visit Visa Part 5 by Gd0007(m): 8:45pm On Oct 31, 2024

That's not true. You can use one single account to pay for more than one person.

You book the appointment and confirmed before paying for another applicant.

lascodii:
You can't pay for two parties with a single account. One of the payment you made is gone and will be forfeited

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Travel › Re: Usa Visit Visa Part 5 by Gd0007(m): 10:08pm On Oct 29, 2024

realshel:
@emmaodet: pls can u put me through on how I can add my wife and my child on the new US appointment portal in other to book the same date with them note that I have complete all us DS160 and I have created a profile for my self on the new portal and have paid the visa fees via first bank but I want to add my family so I can pay their visa fees and book same date ....kindly help on this

Travel › Re: Usa Visit Visa Part 5 by Gd0007(m): 1:04am On Oct 28, 2024

Wait for 24hrs and recheck your pending appointment.

nerdymufasa:
Good day, after making payment and inputting amentum number, it says 'updated successfully' but no where to pick appointment date, any assistance?

Travel › Re: Usa Visit Visa Part 5 by Gd0007(m): 1:24pm On Oct 25, 2024

Alright my number will end with 7546

newton88:
Thanks for your concern. Can you pls message me on what’s app 08062660224 I need some Clarification as regards this. Thanks

Travel › Re: Usa Visit Visa Part 5 by Gd0007(m): 10:38pm On Oct 24, 2024

First, verify that the Amentum reference number on the payment receipt in your email matches the one you entered during the payment process. If you made the payment online or through a bank deposit, ensure the reference number is correct. For online payments, you should have received a confirmation email double-check that the reference numbers match. Also, enter the date the payment was made. If it was an online transaction, you can check your bank statement for the reference number as well.

newton88:
Thanks for your concern. Here is the screenshot after entering my Amentum number. The Amentum was copied directly from the payment receipt.

Travel › Re: Usa Visit Visa Part 5 by Gd0007(m): 6:52pm On Oct 24, 2024

Can you screenshot your dashboard where it says pending appointment? Or go enter your reference number and confirm it

nebularise:
ouch! thats even worse 1st Sept.
I have emailed them, lets see what happens

Travel › Re: Usa Visit Visa Part 5 by Gd0007(m): 6:50pm On Oct 24, 2024

The payment process is straightforward, and I’m surprised some are still having difficulties with it. For example, I made a payment from my GTBank account to First Bank, and by the next day, I had access to the calendar. Here's a tip: instead of typing, simply copy and paste the Amentum reference number. Make sure the applicant's name is entered as the Payee. For instance, if you make the payment on Monday at 10 a.m., you should be able to log in by 12 p.m. on Tuesday, and the calendar will be accessible, as the payment would likely have been confirmed by then. If you're still unsure, you can screenshot your dashboard so others can assist you further.

newton88:
I called and message everyday, ticket raised and Amentum reference number used to no avail

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Travel › Re: Usa Visit Visa Part 5 by Gd0007(m): 1:25pm On Oct 19, 2024

From this transcript, it appears that you just returned from a two-week vacation in the UK and are now planning another two-week vacation in the USA within the same year. It seems like you might not have a stable job, as most offices wouldn’t allow two extended leaves within such a short time frame.

Christaks:
Did my Interview on the 17th Oct, 2024
Location: Abj
Visa type: B1/B2
first time applying and doing interview

VO: How are you doing
Me: im fine, thank you.
VO: Have you travelled outside Nigeria before?
Me: Yes, i went to the UK this year Sept to spend the fist part of my Annual vacation.
VO: What are you going to do in the US.
Me: I am going to the US to Vacation as well, specifically for tourism, to visit some tourist attraction sites. (travel plan is Dec 13th - 27th, 2024)
VO: How long do you intend to stay there?
Me: 14 days, because i am due to resume back to work in Nigeria by Jan 2nd, 2025
VO: what do you do?
Me: I work as an E&I MTCE engineer for XYZ company (a reputable company by the way)
VO: DO have any family members in the US
Me: Non.
VO: Im sorry you are ineligible at this time, bla bla bla, (handover a pink paper to me,)
VO: Go through this document it will tell you why you are not eligible at this time.

Pink Paper says: No strong ties demonstrated to home country.

walks out of the hall with shame and sadness on my face. lol

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Travel › Re: Usa Visit Visa Part 5 by Gd0007(m): 12:36pm On Oct 19, 2024

I see. Based on my experience and your transcript, it looks like the issue was with the DS-160 form. You mentioned Brooklyn instead of Florida, which is probably why the Visa Officer stopped and asked you again.

damkanlinsin:
I updated my DS160 but on getting to the embassy they was no option to update it. I asked about two time before I was scanned. And the other appointment is for my cousin. Mine was October 17th.

Travel › Re: Usa Visit Visa Part 5 by Gd0007(m): 10:49pm On Oct 18, 2024

No offense intended, but I wanted to share a few observations. I believe the issue might have been that you mentioned Brooklyn, while your DS-160 form indicates you'll be staying in Florida. Did you update your DS-160 with the new details, or was Florida still listed? Also, I thought your appointment was originally scheduled for November 2nd or 6th did you reschedule?

damkanlinsin:
Interview transcript

October 17th 2024 8:30 appointment

If you go in with a new DS160 for update please get in mind they don’t update in there. This is a big effect on many who booked on the old website and can’t update the DS160.

After the whole process and getting doing biometrics.

Window. 1 a male VO

VO: passport please
Me: with a smile good morning.

VO: why are you going to the US
Me: I’m going to the US for tourists purposes, I will be staying for two weeks and will be going on a cruiseship for 7days from Brooklyn to Bharmas and back to Brooklyn. VO stepped in that moment. And signal for me to hold on with his hands typed for some while

VO: you said the cruiship will be from Brooklyn right.
Me: yes it’s an MSC cruiship

VO: are you married and do you have a child or children
Me: yes I’m legally married and have a son

VO: have you traveled out of Nigeria before
Me: yes I have been to Dubia in year 2018 for two weeks conference and also been to Ghana in year 2019 for a submit

VO : what do you do for a living
Me: I’m an estate developer and I have been doing this for the past 5 years with a two branches owned by me with 20 staffs working under me.

VO: typed for some time. Sorry you are not qualified for a tourist visa at this moment kindly try again some other time. Blue paper was passed to me with my passport.

While on the queue for biometric only one elderly woman was given white paper the rest are refusals and their interview was a little fast than mine. Even a lady at window 3 was denied F1 visa

Travel › Re: Usa Visit Visa Part 5 by Gd0007(m): 7:23pm On Oct 15, 2024

Thank you for your response. I was able to book the same date for us, but at a different time. Hers is at 7:45 AM, and ours is at 8:30 AM. I hope the timing won’t be an issue?

Currently, there are available slots on December 13, 2024, and January 3, 24, and 31, 2025, for Lagos.

NoseDive2Succes:
Hi Gd0007

The official rule for family appointments is to book a separate appointment for each person, but the rule did not state whether they have to book uniform dates in order to appear together on the day of their interviews.

If you have a uniform appointment date with your wife and your kid has a different appointment date on your appointment day that is going to be a trial and error which will be determined by the consular (a possible 221g case to come back with the kid or go and drop off her visa application).

You can apply for an emergency appointment for your kid probably they will open a date for her to match up with yours or raise a ticket with her appointment letter. Or better still talk to the avits customer help desk for proper guidance.

G.

Travel › Re: Usa Visit Visa Part 5 by Gd0007(m): 11:27pm On Oct 14, 2024

Hello NoseDive2Succes,

I have completed and submitted the DS-160 form and made the payment for her. I also scheduled the same appointment date for myself and my wife, but I’m unable to find that same date for her. My question is: Can I book a different available date for her, and then bring her along with us to our appointment? Will she be allowed to attend the appointment with us?

NoseDive2Succes:
Hi Gd0007

Yes it's a generic reply. To book appointment for your baby, first fill out a ds 160 form for him/her and after that pay the visa fee and start the appointment booking process. You will do it inside your profile. It is not compulsory you see same date, you or the mother can take the baby to the interview but you should be able to use the three reschedule lifeline to match your own date. Or raise a ticket with the baby's date may be the embassy can grant you the request to reschedule in order to align with the parents.

G.

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Travel › Re: Usa Visit Visa Part 5 by Gd0007(m): 8:33pm On Oct 14, 2024

Hello Everyone,

I received the following reply, which seems like a generic response. At the moment, I'm unsure how to proceed. To book appointment for my 3 year old.
I managed to book the same date for myself and wife.

Travel › Re: Usa Visit Visa Part 5 by Gd0007(m): 8:20pm On Oct 14, 2024

Dec 6th 7:30 am available for Lagos and 3rd of February 2025 10:30 am available for Lagos

Jojo5677:
Hi everyone,

Pls, I just submitted my ds 160 for and I have Lagos as my interview location in the submitted form but on getting to the avits website I realized that there are no dates for Lagos at all but there are dates for Abuja location. Can I book my appointment at the Abuja location with the submitted form or do I have to fill another ds 160 form? What do I need to do and I have also paid for the visa application fee already.

Thank you for your help.

Travel › Re: Usa Visit Visa Part 5 by Gd0007(m): 5:10pm On Oct 14, 2024

You will need to pay another MRV fee for Abuja. The system likely won't allow you to schedule an appointment in Abuja if you've selected Lagos on your DS-160 form, as it generates a UID that links your DS-160 to your appointment location.

Jojo5677:
Hi everyone,

Pls, I just submitted my ds 160 for and I have Lagos as my interview location in the submitted form but on getting to the avits website I realized that there are no dates for Lagos at all but there are dates for Abuja location. Can I book my appointment at the Abuja location with the submitted form or do I have to fill another ds 160 form? What do I need to do and I have also paid for the visa application fee already.

Thank you for your help.

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