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TravelRe: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by mizGene(f): 9:09am On Oct 02, 2022
Guys please I have a question...

I was just looking through the scale up visa rules on gov.uk and I saw where it said you can leave your employer after the first six months and you can renew without a sponsor for a further 3 Yr period...

It wasn't clear to me if you can leave to any category of employer or if it must be another scale up company..someone pls share more informed insight pls and thanks
TravelRe: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by mizGene(f): 11:56pm On Sep 28, 2022
oomiyale:
Ok thank you 5 year old.
5years..Will be entitled to normal allowance 2 PC of 23kg each plus hand luggage
TravelRe: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by mizGene(f): 11:47pm On Sep 25, 2022
Amarathripple0:
Thanks a lot for the Insight. Definitely setting my alarm tonight for that time, grin
cool
TravelRe: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by mizGene(f): 10:04am On Sep 25, 2022
Amarathripple0:
Omo I’m emotionally downcast, even to find an instructor in my town is an extreme sport. Thanks a lot, I’ll do some research on the release date for appointments.
Release date is Monday mornings about 6am or so. Book an instructor then speak to him about getting closer dates, they sometimes are able to help.
There is a website too that sells test dates in different locations , but they don't hv a lot of variety/choices and you hv to keep checking for updates. driving test slots dot com
TravelRe: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by mizGene(f): 2:11pm On Sep 11, 2022
LagosismyHome:
Those 5 years rules for adult not children ... once both parents get settled status, you can apply and the child or children get settled status as well even if the child never had visa but child must be under 18 if never had visa

I know one of two people that had kids in UK and to save cost never put their child on a visa until after ILR
Got it, thanks.
TravelRe: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by mizGene(f): 8:54am On Sep 11, 2022
LagosismyHome:
When it time to apply for indefinite, for the adult they would count number of days stayed and should be 5 years for working visa and no more than 180 days away ...however for kids all you need is just do their visa. They don't even need to be in UK for less say 5 years. Once the parent get they get ....

Quote from home office guidelines

Dependant children are not subject to limits on absences
While dependent children are not subject to the rule on absence, can they get ILR if they have only had their visa for less than 5 years?
TravelRe: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by mizGene(f): 11:35am On Aug 30, 2022
dovies:
Hello everyone, I have a pending application at the home office since May, however, my passport got expired before I could get a decision. I have applied for a new passport. Please, does anyone know how I can contact the home office within UK to update them of the issue?
They will probably contact you during processing to submit current passport details.
TravelRe: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by mizGene(f): 10:47pm On Aug 29, 2022
ybahrbz91:
Hello Everyone,

I saw an advert for a flat on Facebook Market place.
I sent a msg through Facebook market place and the person replied that I should send a mail.

I forwarded a mail and the response was that I can't view the apartment until I have completed a booking and payment with Airbnb who he said would take charge of the Rental process on his behalf.

I just want to know if anyone had gone through this process and hope I am not being scammed.

Thanks for your response.
RUN cheesy
TravelRe: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by mizGene(f): 4:01pm On Aug 29, 2022
Pogracious:
Hello my people,
Please who can recommend an health travel insurance for me as I want to travel to Sweden.Which one can I use or buy from the UK here.
Any suggestions is welcomed for those that have got one when they visited the schegen state.

Thank you
Use money supermarket or any comparison site for best rates.
TravelRe: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by mizGene(f): 11:28am On Aug 29, 2022
Preshyi:
Please guys does someone switching from student dependant Visa to health and care visa need a criminal record certificate from Nigeria? I have read the attached instruction but it seems to say for those applying from outside UK. Not sure I am reading it right.
You read right, you don't need it.
TravelRe: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by mizGene(f): 7:48pm On Aug 26, 2022
Viruses:
Will it lead to a drop in property prices?
I want to know the right time to buy.
It think prices are expected to go on the downward trend now
TravelRe: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by mizGene(f): 7:45pm On Aug 26, 2022
1stdami:
Hello everyone, is anyone aware of any Schengen country with interview dates available for September? I really need a vacation.
Try France, they had dates early last week...no guarantees you will get now though
TravelRe: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by mizGene(f): 2:47pm On Aug 25, 2022
harwe:
Thank you....I did not know at all now i have to pay 140 pounds
I would expect road's signs to that effect. There were none abi you didn't pay attention?
TravelRe: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by mizGene(f): 12:28pm On Aug 25, 2022
ipassu:
Anyone has pounds for sale? I need 2000 pounds urgently. Thanks
Send me a message if you still need
TravelRe: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by mizGene(f): 10:14pm On Aug 24, 2022
bimstravels:
How do I scale the guarantor huddle in this accommodation search ? I do not have any relation or friend that meets that status and I have a feeling am not alone in this boat. Anyone who has been in similar situation, please advice. Thank you
Offer to pay 3 to 6 months upfront.
TravelRe: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by mizGene(f): 11:38pm On Aug 20, 2022
CheesyTee:
Please when did you receive decision mail with priority?

I am thinking of withdrawing my application and reapply to pay for priority service. My standard application to switch from t4 to Skilled Worker Visa is now over 6 months
Actually decision mail was 3 weeks, BRP came in about 3-4 days later
TravelRe: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by mizGene(f): 10:22pm On Aug 20, 2022
Regex:
Who used the new ukvi ID app to change their visa status, from student to the skilled worker visa, did you receive your BRP upon successful application, if you did, how long did it take? If not, how can one travel put of UK and back without a physical proof?


Justwise, and anyone with experience.

Lexusgs430
I did, got BRP after 3 weeks even though I paid for priority.. You are instructed not to travel out whilst the application is being processed. Not sure if there is a way around it...
TravelRe: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by mizGene(f): 8:36pm On Aug 19, 2022
mintyx:
I just checked again at the London center and available dates are from 31 October or is it my network that is causing this?

How did you see the September abeg?

I called them to enquire about Saturdays but they said it's for certain types of visa of which my visa category is not among
Hmm ok, I applied for "longterm visitor". yesterday I tried changing my date, there were many available slots from around 7th Sept. If I were you, if you are travelling solo, it is worth applying for a visit visa which you can then use later.
It won't cost much to do this, you can make a new application tonight. get on booking.com and get a free cancellation accommodation, buy your travel insurance online, gather other supporting docs which they will list for you and you are good to go.
TravelRe: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by mizGene(f): 10:20pm On Aug 18, 2022
mintyx:
Thanks so much. I already booked the Airfrance round trip ticket to Nigeria before I realized I'd need the transit visa.

The worst aspect is that I contacted the embassy and tried getting a transit visa from them but the available appointment dates are from October 20th but my journey is in first week of October.

If I cancel the flight, I will get tax refunds and not the full fare.

I'm trying to see if I can get a Schengen visa from one of the easiest countries to get one but my fear is that the visa may still not be ready till first week of October.

Na real one chance I enter so embarassed
There are available dates from 1st week of September in the London center, they also do Saturdays I believe. So maybe you can travel down if possible.
TravelRe: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by mizGene(f): 9:27pm On Aug 09, 2022
kode12:
Insurance companies have invalidated people’s insurance where they’ve found them to be driving unaccompanied with a provisional license.
The matter seems to be a grey area but it’d seem in most cases the rule is “your provisional, trumps and nullifies your Nigerian license”.
You might want to dig into it, if you haven’t already done so.
Even when the insurance was taken out on the international license?
TravelRe: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by mizGene(f): 10:02pm On Aug 03, 2022
Iruosonobrugwhe:
hmmn, with the lack of dates for testing...what can one do. Provincial license only?
Provisional license with its many conditions will limit you, you can drive anywhere without another experienced driver in the car...
Get an instructor and they may be able to help. Once I felt ready to test, I told mine and he got me a date in about 10 days for 210pounds including the test fee.

Unfortunately there seems to be a racket going on in the background, ppl are cancelling and selling their test dates..etc. The instructors have groups where they communicate and (I suspect dvla staff as well) sell closer dates to willing buyers.
I suspect dvla staff are involved because when I booked my test initially after some weeks, I got a mail saying my date had been changed to an even later date because my driving instructor won't be available for the earlier date I got! I never included any instructor details in my submission. So that makes me believe they are involved and selling both willing and unwilling candidates' dates.
TravelRe: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by mizGene(f): 4:23pm On Jul 30, 2022
Amarathripple0:
Gosh this is incredible! Thank you so much. This makes a lot of sense
Yes it is! I utilised it well, before taking my test. Got really comfortable on the roads before paying for driving instructor sessions.
TravelRe: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by mizGene(f): 4:12pm On Jul 30, 2022
Amarathripple0:
Serious enquire here, I’ve heard people say that your Nigerian license is valid for one year counting from the day you enter the UK. I went up on the website and it says we can drive for 1 year and then apply for a license. I’m not sure if I’m reading the information incorrectly. I want to get a car ASAP so I can start getting acquainted with driving on the left hand side and I have till September before my "12 months" is up, that’s if the former is correct. Based on the attached, does it mean that it’s valid for 1 year of you driving or? I don’t even understand.
It means you can drive legally for 1 year from the date of your entry before you are required to have a UK license. So you can go ahead and buy a car now. It will actually help you get familiar on your own terms.
But by September when you clock 1 year, you must acquire a local license in order to drive legally.
TravelRe: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by mizGene(f): 7:31pm On Jul 12, 2022
Adazeal:
You see for you to be in this UK and thrive, you have to grow thick skin. You don't have to cower. Your wife is eligible for the student visa extension to enable her write her exam and get her result. Don't assume things, let her write to her department and faculty that she'd be retaking the module and would be needing a visa extension. Hear what they'd say first and take it up from them. I mean you paid huge amount of money for tuition, don't allow them take you for a ride even though you failed a course, that's the purpose of learning anyways.

As an aside, you(not your wife) can start applying for a course as a plan B. Let this option not be your main focus though.
Very good advice! We are used to letting go and just accepting in Nija, Always stand for your right here! Put things in writing always and have records of any communication.

Also @original poster, I do hope your "hustling", includes aiming at sponsored jobs, January is still a long way off and you can still accomplish this.
TravelRe: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by mizGene(f): 3:18pm On Jul 03, 2022
Legendoo:
Your response is appreciated. I'm an automated tester for a living. I'm looking to spend £150,000 on a home. I'm by myself. I require a residence similar to the one I currently possess. A minimum of a three-bedroom home with a backyard garden.

Since I don't have access to credit in the UK and don't have the patience to wait for one to develop before purchasing, I'm going cash only. Additionally, it will make things easier to handle because I'll still be okay even if I'm unable to find employment in my industry and am forced to accept any position.
I think your first step should be to secure a job, then get a house and not the other way round with post Brexit.
It is the job (or school) that will bring you in first before you even think of accommodation options.

So best focus on getting a sponsored job in your field or outside of it , every other thing will follow naturally.

I'm just curious here why you detest a nation where you have a home, a good job and seemingly at "peace"....you must have had some negative experience(s) to warrant upping and going.
TravelRe: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by mizGene(f): 9:11pm On Jul 02, 2022
DrObum:
I think that IOM sends people there when they overflow.

I'm not sure you can just walk in there and use it for UK visa purposes
You can book directly just like IOM. The two are the only approved centers and they are separate entities.
TravelRe: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by mizGene(f): 9:03am On Jul 02, 2022
DrObum:
For visa purposes, yes.
Nope, there should be a second center in V.I, a private travel clinic set up, but it is usually just as busy as IOM.
TravelRe: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by mizGene(f): 2:53pm On Jun 26, 2022
TheGuyFromHR:
Good point.

Scotland is very socialist and I am actually strongly considering moving to Scotland (both I and my wife are remote with only a couple of days in the office) for some better quality of living in a place like Aberdeen, maybe Dundee, the "free" prescriptions, university education and bus transport for children (I've no problem with the higher taxes), but only as long as Nicola is fully aware that her independence talk should be nothing more than "ogboju" to extract more money from the UK government/maintain the amount it already gets. Otherwise Scotland is not financially viable and all the benefits of living there as opposed to England will end overnight if it ever gains independence.
Interesting, what is the criteria for free university education?
TravelRe: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by mizGene(f):
Ray7878:
Yes you can, but make sure you have a L plate plastered to your car, and someone that has a full UK licence for over 3 years sits next to you when you drive. You can or have to change the Nigerian licence over to a provisional one after some time though.
I don't think these rules apply to the intl license, only to the provisional.
TravelRe: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by mizGene(f): 7:20pm On Jun 20, 2022
alongetayo:
Pls, a quick question.
Can I use my Nigerian drivers license for the first year in UK? Or is it a must I get this international drivers license?
Yes, you can
TravelRe: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by mizGene(f): 12:38am On Jun 18, 2022
specialenvoy:
Did you use a direct airline like BA or Virgin or airlines like Turkey, Qatar etc?
Direct flight.

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