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gerrald02:
I added both countries to mine.

I stand to be corrected as a first timer but i shouldn't think so as itineraries and circumstances do change. Now i've got the visa i wish i can get 2 more days off work and some more money ill probably squeeze in 2 days in Italy and get out of my bucket list even though was not on original plans/countries declared.

spriteB:
Please how many days did it take UPS to deliver your passport from when VFS sent it out? Is there a way to track it with them?

gerrald02:
I paid the visa fees via card.

gerrald02:
Cover letter as written below



Consulate General of France
1 Oyinkan Abayomi Drive
Ikoyi
Lagos.
Dear Sir/Ma,

APPLICATION FOR SCHENGEN VISA

My name is. XXXXX a Nigerian National, resident in Lagos with passport details XXXX. I write to support my application for a Schengen visa for the purpose of tourism to visit France and Greece on the dates XX - XX May 2023.

I am a Civil Engineer in full time employment since 2019 with XXXXXX Nigeria Limited in Lagos Nigeria. I have approval for a leave of absence from work from my employer for the duration of my visit. I intend to return to Nigeria on the XX of May 2023 at the conclusion of this trip.

In support of this visa application please find attached the following supporting documents.

• Signed visa application form and recent passport photograph.
• Original & copies of my biodata page of current passport, plus copies of previous visa.
• Hotel Accommodation reservations in Paris & Santorini.
• Proof of socio-professional situation and intent to return.
o Employment letter confirming employment status and leave of absence approval.
o Landed property deeds in Lagos.
o Marriage Certificate.
o Daughter’s School reports & tuition fees paid for the 2022/23 session.
• 6 Months Bank statements as evidence of my monthly income and sufficient funds to cover the 120€ daily requirement for the trip.
• Travel itinerary including activities planned and proposed flight details to and from Nigeria.
• Travel insurance valid for the whole Schengen Area for the entire trip covering up to 30,000 Euros for medical and hospital care plus repatriation for emergency medical reasons.

Warm Regards,

NAME
Phone Number
Email.

gerrald02:
As requested.

I had previous Schengen visa application rejected twice in 2016 not showing sufficient evidence of home ties.

Got Canada visa got in 2018.

Evidence submitted in this application is similar to those presented in earlier threads.

1. application form + photograph.
2. Passport + copy Previous visa page / passport.
3. Travel Itinerary showing my holiday plans in both countries for the 10days - hotel + tour activities ( tours listed but i didn't book) i planned to do (as alternative to booking a return ticket).
4. Employee letter confirming employment and approval of leave during the period.
5. 6 months bank statement and my account balance which i have been building up reflected I would be able to afford spending 120€ daily for the trip.
6. Travel insurance paid.
7. Hotel accommodation booked but not yet paid for.
8. Cover letter introducing myself and summarizing the documents submitted and travel plans.
9. Landed Property document
10. Marriage certificate.
11. Kids school report/fees paid.

Items 9 - 11 I added as supporting documents to demonstrate personal links to the country of residence which was the reason of refusal in previous application.

Apart from the visa fee, appointment fee the only other thing I had to pay prior was the travel insurance.

gerrald02:
Followed this thread.

Thanks all for great information captured on this thread. Finally got the motivation and all information to apply and got my visa faster than the advertised 15working days.

Biometrics 03/03
Received in Embassy 06/03
Visa 09/03

Paris & Santorini in May .

Good luck to all.

aekmanweb:
Hello guys, what's the best way to resolve funds debited by VFS for France Visa Appointment but the appointment didn't go through. This phone number (0815 018 8800) on their website is never reachable. Is it possible to visit their Lagos office because i've been sending emails since last week and its yet to be resolved.

IntrovertGuy:
Hello!

To those who have been to South Africa or are currently there, How did you go about changing to Rand?

What's the current rate of Rand/Naira or Rand/Dollar?

Thank you.

cc: hunee buzzy1 DUKEOFIBADAN

mobilemykel:
bro within how many days interval did you book your ticket to travel after your Visa came out and within what time frame did you put as your return date?

I was issued a tourist visa( 3 months visa with a maximum of 30days stay per time) and my valid period to enter SA is 24th or march

DUKEOFIBADAN:
I’m not here to write too much English but with my travel experience. So far the person has a valid multiple entry SA visa and he just want to go to another country and come back into SA he can get visa on arrival at Kenya airport showing his itinerary back to SA. It is only when you want to come to Kenya from Nigeria directly you will need to get your evisa before boarding flight. Peace ✌️

buzzy1:
Beautiful is under statement... The serenity is a top notch

DUKEOFIBADAN:
Is your SA visa multiple entry? Don’t mind this person telling you to go to Lesotho, it is not visa free for Nigeria. You need to Apply for an Evisa online and even if with your visa they can still deport you. In fact South Africa is the only country that still accommodate Nigerians, other southern countries will deport Nigerians. When I was still living in SA and wanted to go check out Mozambique, I was deported back to SA because they said they don’t want Nigerians I even showed them I have $5k on me cash and they said we are too proud and like showing off. I met many Nigerians deported and waiting for their return tickets back to Nigeria. You can just go to Rwanda or Kenya both visa on arrival.

Hannover:
🤣🤣🤣🤣 This is so so funny.

Hannover:
Please can you put the link here for the evisa. Thanks

damselhoney:
You will pay Visa fees on the day of biometrics at VFS office around #40k . I normally use coloured copies for mine .

mechango:
Why not use property24 and search based on your preferred location. 550/day is on a high side oooh. This is 7k+/month

mobilemykel:
I'm interested in accommodation, pls can you recommend and how much will it cost ?

ekenweohia:
Please how do I apply?

ekenweohia:
Hi guys.
I have an SA girlfriend and we've agreed that I visit her in SA.
We are looking at a month-long trip/vacation in May and she's willing to support me in terms of letter of attestation and sorts for Visa processing.

I'm comfortable and have a good account statement for my proof of funds.

Considering these information, do I stand a chance to get a Visa before May if I start my application now?
Also, how can I start my application and what's the best route to take.

Gracias.

Graceness777:
Please if you used the evisa for entry is it true they are stamping people in for only 5days regardless of how long you were given

Is the Covid vaccine card compulsory?

mobilemykel:
Please anyone know how to get bta from the banks in Nigeria?
Has anyone gotten bta/pta from the banks before?

mobilemykel:
How much did you pay for your flight?