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emmalebgus:
Well, I just called the UKVI office now. They said that a decision has been made since on Sunday the 11th of September. I wonder why TSL didn't send me an email or update the the Track. It is still showing that decision hasn't been made yet.
Shall be there first thing tomorrow.

Please did you ask them if they have sent your documents down? or better still, did you ask if the UKVI notification is sufficient to make one dispense with the decision mail from Sheffield?

@ MrsDaniels: Has your friend received her documents, ma'm?

Uklhr:
Well I emailed the ukvi helpline and they gave me a totally irrelevant response lol. I asked them that it's been almost a week since my application was processed and decision made and I still haven't got an official email and how long will it take to get an email of collection/decision
The reply was we can't tell the outcome of your application due to security reasons. Well, I didn't ask for the outcome even, I just asked them to return my passport.

As annoying as the situation is, I think it's best to be calm. This is totally a situation you can't do anything about. Only a supervening influence can and that is God. Today makes it the 21st day since I applied. What can man do than try not to worry?

[quote author=Uklhr post=49497961]When does your classes start?
I emailed them today, will get a reply by tomorrow.[/quote

Classes start Monday 26th Sept. When exactly did you receive the mail from the Int'l enquiry dept. that a decision has been made on your application?

Uklhr:
Sorry to bother you again. But did you email the ukvi helpline again? That it's been 10 days since you got a decision probably and no email from them? And that they should look over the issue and expedite?

I tire ooo. I am trying not to worry jare. Na dem sabi. Did you contact them again and what was their reply if you did?

MrsDaniels:
Told you she got decision mail few hours after the enquiry dept emailed her that decision has been made that she should go to Vac for collection in 3-5days after she gets the decison mail. She will be going to the VI Vac today to pick up her visa. Cos she went there on friday and she was told to come on monday to pick it up. You could go check yours too at the Vac you applied from.

Thanks ma'm! I was at my VAC last Friday but was told my documents are yet to arrive. If your cousin didn't use the priority service, I can only assume she applied before 23rd August. I am quite hopeful that I will get my visa before the end of the week. I wish you and your cousin the very best!

MrsDaniels:
Told you she got decision mail few hours after the enquiry dept emailed her that decision has been made that she should go to Vac for collection in 3-5days after she gets the decison mail. She will be going to the VI Vac today to pick up her visa. Cos she went there on friday and she was told to come on monday to pick it up. You could go check yours too at the Vac you applied from.

Thanks ma'm! I was at my VAC on Friday but was told my documents are yet to arrive. If your cousin didn't use the priority service, I can only assume she applied before 23rd August. I am quite hopeful that I will get my visa before the end of the week. I wish you and your cousin the very best!

Uklhr:
Hello. I'm in the same situation as you are. Did you receive any email? Or did you ask the enquiry service again?

I am yet to get any decision mail from Sheffield. Where and when did you apply?

Dgirl 63:

I am waiting for my collection mail, I don't even know what to do again. I went there yesterday and they said it wasn't there. Is it the Ikeja or VI center you applied to ?

I was at the TLS Ikeja this morning. Contrary to what most people think, the TLS observed their holiday on Tuesday and Wednesday as against Monday and Tuesday. That's according to the public notice I saw there. I guess they are working seriously on clearing their backlogs for those two days. All will be well!

MrsDaniels:
guys who applied at the ikeja VAC did you guys pay for additional 55pounds for using their VAC? or its just the visa fee+IHS alone

I used Ikeja VAC. The additional £55 is automatic. You won't be able to submit your online application without making the payment

MrsDaniels:
guys who applied at the ikeja VAC did you guys pay for additional 55pounds for using their VAC? or its just the visa fee+IHS alone

I used Ikeja VAC. The additional £55 is automatic. You will make the payment with the others.

OlowoB:
Once you have gotten a decision mail, wait for about 3-5 working days, once you don't Get collection mail, visit the centre and your documents would be there already. I am assuming you did not pay for courier.

I haven't even received decision mail yet. Do you think I can go to the VAC without receiving a decision mail?

MrsDaniels:
Yes she got it that same yesterday just after she got response thata decision has been made dt her passport should be wit her in 3-5days . maybe you should go check.

Thanks for the info, ma'm! Please did your friend use priority service? Are you saying it's possible my documents are with the VAC where I applied by now?

Hello everyone,

Please I want to know if anyone who used standard service in the last three weeks (precisely from Aug 23rd '16) has received a decision mail from Sheffield. Although UKVI Int'l enquiry dept. informed me after contacting them that a decision has been made on my application, I am yet to receive any decision mail from Sheffield.
Abeg wetin man go do o?
@ MrsDaniels: Please has your friend received a decision mail from Sheffield?

MrsDaniels:
My dear, they sent same email to my family frnd too this morning oh, its actually possible your passport has arrived nigeria. Matbe u should go to the office.

I'll wait and see what will happen today. I am aware that Tobyan and Chuksbenin, who were regular hands on this thread a couple of weeks back, were once in my circumstance and they got their decision mail after receiving the mail from the Int'l enquiry dept. All is well. Thanks ma'm

MrsDaniels:
Hi dear, my family friend is exactly in your shoes right now, so saw your post now and told her, she wants to send email to them too pls whats the email addy u used in mailing them? Pls its urgent @inexplicable

https://ukvi-international.faq-help.com. The link will lead your friend to a set of instructions which after completion will lead to a page where he/ she can present her enquiry.

Hello everyone,

I did my biometrics and interview at Ikeja VAC on 23rd August 2016 and my application was submitted that same day. I received a mail on 26th August that the application has been transferred to the UKVI. On 31st August, I received another mail that the application has been received at Sheffield. My 15-day period lapsed on 12th September. When I didn't get any decision mail from them, I contacted the UKVI International enquiry dept. They sent me a mail wherein they maintained that the application has been processed and that a decision has been made. I am yet to receive my decision mail even at the time of writing this.

Is there any one in this category, pls?

Is it possible that UKVI may have transferred my documents and visa back to TLS without giving consideration to sending a decision mail in the circumstance?

Oghenekevwe1:
All glory belong to God, got my visa today. Thanks to everyone here for all the information.

Congrats

Timm:
I got my Visa today. I am thankful to you all, God and your suggestions have made it possible.
Is anyone going to University of Hertfordshire? Thats my destination, if there is anyone going that way I will be glad to know. We can arrange accommodation together. I am a guy, though. I know my way around London but not Hertfordshire.
I will be looking forward to hear from you guys.

Congrats

TobyAn:
Hi guys... got collection mail this morning... went and my pasport was there... Opened it before even leaving the VAC and got my visa ... Hello BCU ... Thanks to everyone for your contributions and help.. Will fly by Monday

I like this deluge of successes! Congrats! Go and prepare the way, man! BCU beckons!

chuksbenin:
So I just collected my passport with the Vignette on the first page! it's gonna be a cold winter in London, then a white Christmas in Germany. Who's going East?

Congrats! Go and make Naija proud!

Justyce:
A special thanks to all the gurus in this house who in one way or the other provided advice when it was and wasn't needed... God bless you all because your helps have really yielded friut... FINALLY GOTTEN MY VISA... I wish everyother person that is expecting his or hers positive outcome... Bedfordshire Loading.

Congrats! All the best in your endeavours. Do well to avail us your timeline of events!

BarryJones:
Pls guys I paid for courier at Ikeja Centre....I got my decision mail yesterday...I am still ecpecting collection mail...How many days does it take to receive my visa?
Who has had such experience pls? I havent booked flight ticket...time is running out...my school resumes 14th.

Collection should be 3 days max from what I've read in here. That is not to say that it doesn't take longer in other cases. I've also seen some pple not getting their collection mail about a week after receipt of decision mail. Some of these application centres are really busy this peak period. I think you can storm the place by Friday. All the best!

worrisome:
Finally the worry is over... just collected my visa... thank God and success to those that are still expecting.

Congratulations! Thank God your wait and worry is over! Outlining your timeline of events won't be a bad idea

TobyAn:
Did biometrics on 15th
got to sheffield on 18th
Contacted UKVi on 2nd and was told decision had been made
Decision mail today 5th september
Waiting for outcome.. Will head there on wednesday to collect and let u all know the outcome... Goodluck to everyone else

As cold water is to a thirsty soul, so is good news from a far country. We shall hear the good news our hearts crave! All is well!

TobyAn:
congrats... Hopeful for a positive outcome as well... decision mail maybe tomorrow cos its gonna be 15 working days tomorrow...

Relax....It will surely end in praise!

mcstar:
Finally picked up my visa today. So grateful and relieved. It's a beautiful September!

Congratulations! The news will definitely offer a soothing relief. I am so happy far you. I can't wait for my testimony too. You will do well to offer a concise timeline of the various stages, the documents you submitted and other info you consider relevant. It sure will help someone in here!

sassyboochic:
mine was negative. didnt come out well. wish u all well on this thread. have a fruitful month

I am really sorry about that. It must have really been a hard one when all the efforts are put into consideration. Is it a decision you want to contest or sth?

TobyAn:
Good luck with your applications... I did mine already.. doesnt take anything out of you.. Will make it easier to get your student ID upon arrival I guess... Cheers

No qualms. I will attend to it asap. Thanks so much.

Inexplicable:

Hello everyone,

I welcome you all to a new month!
I pray that the month shall deliver great and awesome testimonies for us all. For folks going to BCU, I got the enrolment mail too. I'm contemplating whether to give attention to it or wait for my visa. I did my biometrics and interview on 23rd August and got confirmation of the receipt of my application at Sheffield on 31st August. I suppose I should get a decision mail before Friday next week. All must be well!

Inexplicable:

Hello people,

Please I submitted my bank statement last week to my school and hope to get my CAS this week. Please does anybody have an idea of how much I will pay for the health surcharge for a Master's programme that commences in September 2016 and ends in September 2017? Some people said it's £150 while some said it's £225. Abeg which is which?

2) I will also appreciate if anyone can advise me, with a detailed explanation of how I can make the payment of the health surcharge without stress from Naija

Thanks and God bless!

@Justwise: I am new on this forum but I have read a lot in here. Your consistency has been amazing chief! Keepirrup! I applied for General visitor visa late last year buh was denied. The major reason for the denial, according to them, was because they were not really convinced that I owned the money in the bank statement I submitted as part of my supporting documents. Undettered, I intend to apply for a tier 4 student visa for my master's programme. The university I applied to granted me scholarship in respect of my tuition fee in an amount that is quite substantial. An account was opened in my name wherein I have deposited the outstanding tuition fee and the cost of maintenance thanks to a samaritan who helped with the funds. I am waiting for the 28 days to lapse before obtaining the bank statement and applying for CAS. My worry is whether the Home Office will be interested in how I came about the funds and whether I will be mandated to evidence documents to prove the funds. What do you think, justwise?