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MizMary:
Hello Justwise.
Pls I need your help urgently.

Pls I am travelling to the UK on a tier 2 visa and resuming on the 6th of September.
I just had a baby and I have asked my brother in law who is on a tier 5 visa and relocated April this year to invite my mum.
Now he has provided all the supporting documents from his side.
But my mum is a caterer who has a small catering school where she teaches about 4 to 5 students per set.for a while,she teaches students and sells some snacks In the school.thats where her source of income is from.
She owns a landed property but hasn't gotten the C of O of the land yet (gotten from the Omonile pple).
She is married and my dad is a pastor.
The total money right now in her account Balance is 370k which she got from her business.
Recently, after filling her visa application form,she was employed on a part time basis to teach in a big catering school at Ajah.
The problem now is this,will it be a good idea to include her employment letter as part of her supporting documents,since it wasn't first included in the application letter ( cos she was self employed then and has not earned any salary from this new employer)
I don't want anytime that 'll complicate her chances of getting a visa.
Thank you.
Pls this is urgent.
Cc:Justwise, Epotek

Darvick:
Oga justwise which one isn’t true, be specific

Darvick:
Wow 15 months within 2yrs and you ain’t questioned at POE. Well ECO will only know how long you stayed if you have departure and arrival stamps on your passport. Some people do avoid the actual date stamps if they have overstayed, only you know your situation. Also I hope you ain’t stamped at UK airport at any point?

You gonna need a very strong convincing reason to say to the ECO why you stayed that long, well nothing is in impossible. You could be lucky the ECO won’t pay attention to it.

Wish you luck with a good convincing genuine reason you gonna give the ECO

Eldeee:
It has been deleted already , just to call your attention should in case you're not aware considering the number of threads on the travel section you do oversee.

Eldeee:
So they have finally creeped in here. Wonders will never cease to end. Smooth talkers and desperate greedy buffons. Guys be on red alert, if you allow yourself to be swayed, na your business. Telling you to pay for assistance when everything you need is here with you is laughable but foolish of you if you fall prey.

BE ON RED ALERT, THEY ARE HERE ONCE AGAIN......

@justwise plsssss kindly take note.

Mancala:
So, let describe how this works. Scenario 1: China calls in the debt, America pays up. America borrows more money from China to finance imports from China as America will not buy without them financing and China cannot sell otherwise. America wins!

Scenario 2: China calls in the debt and America pays. America slows down imports from China and their economy suffers. China buys American assets and treasury bonds like they have always done becasue that is the safest place for their money. America wins again! Case in point, the recent inveterted yield curve where short term rates are higher than long term rates due to China and the rest of the world rushing into American bonds as the markets went crazy.

Mancala:
You fail to realize that China's economy is mainly driven by exports. If other countries (especially America) do not buy, China is screwed. Americas economy is largely driven by consumtion. In simple terms, China's economy lies in Americas hands and Americas economy lies in Americas hands . In addition, China makes what they are told how to make. The technology of the stuff they make originates in the West. If America wisens up (which Trump is trying to do) and stops the transfer (stealing) of this technology, they are screwed.

Mancala:
In absolute terms, 1.11 trillion is a whopping number. Relative to the U.S. economy, it is not significant. It is not in China's interest to call in their debt because it will actually result in hurting their own economy (and this is why they havent done so).

Things indeed can change over time but will things actually change? China is trying to build their reputation, but are they actually convincing anyone of note? Apart from Russia, which other countries of note in their region are aligned with China? Which other countries will eventually buy into their overtures? Absolutely none in my opinion. Countries are begining to see through their shady pratices. China is investing and giving out loans, but guess what? When these loans default, what is China doing? They are seizing assets. They kick you when you're down. America did the opposite, they forgave loans. They gave out grants. They provided free healthcare, access to technology and education. China is not really winning over the hearts of the people like America did. America helped build up nations and created regional powers that now stand with it. China is on a resource grab to make itself great like the European powers did during colonial times. Very big difference

DexterousOne:
China can NEVER fill in the shoes that America fills today
Not even in a thousand years
So forget it.
America will decline over the decades into the future
That's for sure

But no other country can fill in that gap again
The world has gone past that
All we would have at best are power blocs and all that

But China?
Forget it

Mancala:
If China and Russia succeeded in persuading the rest of the international community to drop dollar as the international currency then America will be reduced to just ordinary country.
who would have thought that China will take over from America as world power in few years time? At least economically

I typed out a long epistle on this but unfortunately it got lost in my attemopt to post. Short version is this:
The dollar remains the global currency of note not just by fiat or by choice, but by a reputation built over the years and prevailing curcustance. First, the largest market for most global traders is the U.S. and therefore the big players like China have to hold large amounts of USD. Second, US treasuries are considered the safest investment vehicle in the world. In fact, their rates are called the risk free rate. No other country can match this reputation at present. Third, most countries hold their reserves in USD because the value of the dollar is supported by the relative strength of the US economy as opposed to a country like China that manipulates its currency values. No sensible country will tie its currency to a manipulated currency. One third of the worlds GDP is from countries that peg their currency to the USD. Another 89 countries keep their currency in a tight trading range relative to the dollar. In the forex market, 90 percent of transactions invlove the dollar. This is all happening because the U.S. has built up a reputation over many many years. In Russia itself, a significant amount of transactios are conducted in USD. For Russia and China to change this, they will need to create a viable alternative which means they will need to demonstrate the following: transparency, egalitarianism, open mindedness, equity, impartiality and the list goes on. We all know this is not happening.

As for China being an economic power, its all tied to the U.S. A recession in the U.S. will almost always result in one in China and not vice versa. China is beholden to the America.

Beautyaddy:
Keep up with the hidden jealousy and bitterness on the US...and keep up with your wishful thinking with the highlighted statement because It Will Never Happen!!

Beautyaddy:
Oh boy, you just never let things go. Really

Get over the hidden bitterness about the US.

Worry more about how the upcoming fall out from Brexit is going to affect your UK.

Mancala:
In terms of geopolitical alliances and influence, this cannot be further from the truth. On a global context, America is a country unto itself. There is no other country in the world that has to think about global implications whenever it acts. For example, Trumps trade wars are looking like the begining of a global recession. No other countries actions, not even China can produce a global recession. America's actions towards Iran are measured, not because Iran can do it any direct harm, but because of the potential difficulty it represents to the rest of the world. A third of the worlds oil demand passes through the straits of Hormuz. America can easily bomb Iran back to the stone age but guess who will suffer. India, China, Saudi Arabia, Europe etc. Russia and Iran are allies. If Russia cuts off gas supplies to Western Europe (Including the UK), people will freeze to death. And Russia is a NATO adversary. In fact, NATO exists becasue of Russia which is no direct threat to the U.S., but to the rest of Europe. However, no America, no NATO.

In terms of which continent is better to live, it all depends on perspective. I have lived on both and think there are pros and cons for one and the other. Anecdotal evidence suggests that if you first live on one, your preferences will lie there. They are quite different from a cultural perspective and if you get immersed in one culture, it becomes more difficult to adjust to the other.

Beautyaddy:
Like I said, let you worry about the UK and let the Americans worry about the US.

beryour:
Please when applying for more than one person but together, will the fee be per person or 42k for all?

Mashaunola:
Thank you God for divine grace and mercy.

I just received my passport now and my Visa was granted. I have been refused twice in previous application.

Thank you mr justwise you are indeed a blessing. You response to my question was helpful.

Poanan:
Hello Justwise. I was sent a mortgage statement last month. But due to some work stress I couldn't get other documents ready.
Please can I apply using a mortgage last paid in July? The mortgage is paid at the beginning of every month. I was told by my host that it doesn't matter and she is not chanced to get the new mortgage statement.

Stanmedix:
My Visa Interview Transcript

GRE 309
WES 3.73/4.00

Deficit on I-20 form is $13k
Assistanship $32k
Uncles SOA $19k

Abuja Embassy, young white lady
Visa approved 16th July
Placed on AP 17th July -7th August
Visa issued 8th August


Me: Good morning

VO: Good morning, pass me your i20, passport
Me: passed them

VO: why are you going to the US?
Me: I'm going for my masters degree in Public Health with concentration in environmental health at ETSU, Johnson City

VO: why ETSU?
Me: the public health program at ETSU is well tailored to environmental health which is my area of concentration. The faculty is also involved in alot of research activities in environmental health including Environmental Exposure Assessment and Risk Analysis of Pathogens which perfectly aligns with my research motives.

VO: what will this course do for you?
Me: This course will give me an indept knowledge into this area of public health and will equip me with recent analytical tools/methodology to be able to coordinate public health researches in environmental health when I come back to Nigeria.

VO: what are your plans after graduation?
Me: I plan to come back to Nigeria and pick up a job in any of the tertiary health institutions as a public heath physician; use the knowledge and experience garnered in ETSU, to contribute my quota in improving the health sector by working with the federal or state ministries of Health, WHO or NGOs in providing comprehensive health care services in Endemic areas and endemic prone areas Such as IDP camps.

VO: who is sponsoring you ?
ME: I have a GA offer which comes with tuition waiver and stipends; my uncle will be assisting me with the deficit.

VO: Alright, I will be approving your visa now( with this warming smile)...other routine talks. Handed me 2 white papers and my I 20
Me: Thank you. I felt like I was dreaming. As I left the embassy I could not contain the joy. The cab I boarded I had to tell him to keep the change imagine!

A day later I received a mail from the embassy asking for supplemental information which I responded to promptly. Since day was placed on AP. Last updated 7th August and issued 8th August.

Appreciation:

This was entirely God's favour and mercy. I had to pray and fast reminding God of His promises upon my life every single day. Even booked mass join with novena to our mother of perpetual help...Catholics can relate!

Scharwarma, Fairheart, PreStan, Dreambound NL and other gurus in the house I cannot thank you guys enough for the transcript reviews and mock interviews. It's only God that can reward you for your selfless services and sacrifice in this thread. Scharwarma one bottle of your brand in Johnson city when we see�

For those still on AP, three words for you guys...Pray, Prepare and Proceed. Pray and go ahead with preparations for your travel plans(except booking for flight). I know it's not easy with the anxiety and depression sometimes but to be honest the only change you can make is through prayer and faith in God. What's the worst thing that can happen!!! Will someone die? Pray and keep faith

For those that were refused, dust up and refire. Don't allow one VO in one window stop you from achieving your sweet dreams. Post your transcript for reviews, disturb the gurus for mock interview and retire. No room for quiters here...saw 9th attempt transcript sometimes here.

For those awaiting interview, in the words of Scharwarma 'just go and get that visa' most importantly don't show desperation in that way you will be more articulate in your response.

For the newbies, we were all once newbies. Just post any queries you have here no matter how stupid it seems. I am sure you must get a valuable response. Be focussed and prepare ahead for your studies abroad.

For the silent observers(I inclusive), try and say hello sometimes. Maybe you might be helping save someone's dream with your little contribution as many are helping save yours.

I will be available to help with any assistance as much as my knowledge and schedule permits.

Thank you everyone.

Agbo2014:
Please I need your help on this:
I want to go for conference in UK which is starting on the 2nd of September, but I am planning to go for biometrics on the 18th of this month (next week Monday) via priority. My question is that which of the locations would be suitable for the time frame to have my biometrics done? I don't want to waste my application fees.

Fejoks:
In the bible we had different people who lied and were rewarded by God. Exodus 1: 17-21 the midwives lied to pharaoh protecting the isrealite and they were rewarded for it, josh 2: 1-7 the prostitute hide the isrealite spies and lied to the soldiers and she was rewarded for it let me make this known to you veneza is a good Christian in her speech. In life you have to apply wisdom when dealing with people. If your lie is to justify the will of God it is permissible.

profemebee:
Hello beautiful people,

VISAAAAAAAAAA GRANTED!!!!!!

Timeline

Country applying from: Nigeria
Visa Processing Office Location: Sheffield, UK
Type of visa applied for: Spouse Settlement (Non-Priority)

13th May 2019 - Online Application Submitted
20th May 2019 - Biometrics Taken
30th May 2019 - Sponsor's Documents couriered to UKVI, Sheffield
15th Aug 2019 - Collection Email received from TLScontact 11:18am
9th Aug 2019 - Date Visa was Issued
15th Aug 2019 - Passport & Visa Collected at 12.34pm as i cudn't breathe..


One of the scariest moments in my life definitely....

I loveee u all... from Lexus to justwise to MamaEEE to fridpalor to Dee282 to chrysbees to kaysus to kenttoday to Veacon to Deept....

i'm grateful my special peopleeeeeeeee...

Phewww..

Bless the others waiting.. just read thru each page and u will be fine... no lawyers involved at all..

Warm Regards.

Beautyaddy:
Never Ever will that happen!!!

I am done going back and forth with you on this. It's obvious you are very bitter and jealous of the US .

You'll be okay.

Beautyaddy:
Great!!

Not everyone will want and can live in the US...just as not everyone will want and can live in the UK.

As the saying goes "one man's meat is another man's poison"

No Country on Earth practices "free HealthCare" someone or something is paying very heavy for it either through taxes(indirect payment) or through out of pocket( direct payment of insurance). Any healthcare that is free(without it being funded for) needs serious questioning because it must be that most people getting such healthcare is being provided the bare minimum level of care.

Now about the gun laws in the US...admit it has been experiencing some very weak loop-holes that bad and crazy people are using to cause serious harm to innocent people. It can't and will not remain that way forever...I am very optimistic about that. The sane and caring Americans( which runs in millions) value human lives to the max...however the sick and angry Americans care less about human lives...or even their own lives that's why in most cases you see them get killed by themselves or by law officers .

Now Trump at most can ONLY be President of the US for 8 years...and his chances of getting elected for another 4 years seems to be getting thinner by the day.

The US will be very Alright. No Country can do without the US even with all its flaws.

Nig4Greatness:
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This I can't live in America has to stop ,it's becoming very stale.no country begs other citizens to come live in their country and the US definitely is one of such.
About gun violence,why crying more than the bereaved??.the citizens right to firearms is as same as right to life.its in their constitution.let UK and other European countries have same in their constitution and see the effect.the law enforcements are doing absolutely their best to curtail the fallouts because in every 12,there must be a Judas.
About healthcare again,is there any prove to show those with free health care have access to better care than those who pays for it?.As I said,to each its own.
Trump will not be president forever and if you are a doing it right citizen,you won't be bothered about what trump represents.

DexterousOne:
The number of American citizens who denounce due to FATCA are less than 2000 per year
The stats are there

And it's lack of understanding of FATCA that make people do that

I am an accountant, so I know the way around it

Offsetting the tax against taxes in your country of residence will make you pay nil taxes to US most times
Or something negligible (like if the tax rate where you live is less than the taxes in the USA )

I don t see FATCA as mych issue
You just need to know your way

America has 51m + foreign born residents
That should tell you something
And I have also seen the stats of more Europeans moving and over staying in America
Than Americans in the entire European continent

Too lazy to fivd the links and post here

Beautyaddy:
Says Who

Your opinion about Democracy in the US as almost dead is definitely not true...believe it or not.

The Majority doesn't necessary speak for ALL ...and that is why the Electoral College made sure that everyone's voice be it the ones from the popular or less popular States get to speak for them either through Congress or the Presidency.(Checks and Balances at Play)

I want to believe that the fore fathers of the US already foreseen that if they allowed just the popular or majority States to determine how the country will be governed then some people and States will be left completely ignored.

DexterousOne:
Just so you know
More Eurooeans move to America
Then Americans to Europe (I mean Canada and the U.S. in this context )

Innopre983:
Our brother in the UK or the mother will sponsor the trip. But the father is not the one sponsoring the trip. Did you mean only the consent letter is good without the husband identity? Thanks.

Innopre983:
Good evening house. Please I am asking this question for my younger sister. She wants to travel to UK on visit for 10 days with her daughter. Her husband is going to write a consent letter for her to take the child along. My question is this..... Is it compulsory for the husband to attach his international passport page with the consent letter or the consent letter alone is enough because her husband doesn't have international passport yet. Thank you.

cuttiee:
Thank you. So I do not need to submit the company’s statement of account in any way?

Do I need to attach employment letter?

Since I am married,will I be required to attach my wedding certificate and family pics in anyway?

So sorry for the questions, I just want to be clear at once.

Thank you

cuttiee:
.

Yes you have responded but not with the details of the docs to submit. I will appreciate your guidance on the list of docs to attach.

Thank you

Shallypop:
You are doing a great job but some Nigerians always look for loopholes and abuse the system. I introduced a woman that supposed to travel to give birth in Brazil to someone who resides in Brazil. Unfortunately, she couldn't get the visa cos she's had her previous children in USA and was really desperate not to have a Nigerian citizen. However, she had her baby in Nigeria. She called d lady I introduced to her upon seeing this post of yours that she wants her hubby to get a tourist visa to Brazil, d lady should help her arrange a baby dat her hubby can claim as d father in order for him to get the PR. This means their last born dat was born in Nigeria can automatically get the Brazilian citizenship. Imagine such corruption from a desperate Nigerian . She has posted on this thread and I'm not scared to mention her here.Cc Justwise, Ifyalways.