joygirl2017:



My dear I used Air maroc , let share my experience
If you looking at getting to uk same day and faster : air maroc
Abeg their service is poor .air hostesses were not polite as if they forced them to work
Plane is small and tight goosshhh !!!
Plane is nosey , my ear hurts
No entertainment on plane I repeat no entertainment on plane .
How the hell does an air line exist for good 60years and still doesnt have an airbus or recent boe plane they use old boring boes planes.
My ear hurts from the flight .
The bread was a bit stale ,didnt eat it .


Agreed I saved money but abeg they need to bump up on service and food. But you get to uk one day the flight isnt long which is great thumps up forthat compared to Qatar or emirates etc

Hope this review helps someone

Lol @joygirl2017. Thank God for journey mercies. Glad you got in safely and with your hubby. Please could you give more information as to the questions that were asked at immigration desk.

Thanks

obiw24:

My timeline
24th April, 2017 - application started
22 May, 2017 - submitted application form online ( Priority )
26th March, 2017 - Biometric date ( Victoria island, lagos)
1 June, 2017 - sent supporting documents to Sheffield
4 August, 2017 - status of application changed to decided on the UKVI website
8 August, 2017 - received email from TLS that a decision had been made and also to pick up passport ( I hurried there and picked up my passport)
3 August,2017 - date visa was granted

It took 48 working days for them to make a decision (approximately 10 weeks)



Here's a copy of my appendix for my support documents

APPENDICES
Appendix A: Application form and Appendix 2
I. Visa application form
II. Appendix 2

Appendix B: English language evidence
I. IELTS Result

Appendix C: Applicant and sponsor’s personal documents
I. Sponsor’s British passport
II. Sponsor’s birth certificate
III. Applicant’s Birth certificate
IIII. Applicant’s Bachelor’s degree certificate
V. Applicant’s ACCA completion certificates
VI. Introduction letter from applicant’s employer
VII. Applicants’ payslips for 7 months
VIII. Applicant’s salary account bank statement

Appendix D: Relationship documents
I. Letter from sponsor detailing relationship with Applicant
II. Copies of my flight ticket to UK and a photocopy of the airport stamp
III. Picture of sponsor and applicant at the barbeque party where we met
IIII. Receipt for tickets to Thorpe park and Man U game purchased by sponsor
V. Pictures taken in Thorpe park
VI. Pictures taken at Old Trafford
VII. Hotel booking confirmation for night spent in North England after watching the game at Old Trafford
VIII. Azimo receipts and western union receipts
IX. Rebtel call logs, screenshots of watsapp messages, screenshots of video calls, screenshots of messages on words with friends, Screenshots of watsapp call logs from both the applicant and sponsor's phones
X. Copy of Sponsor’s itenary and travel documents to Nigeria for the wedding
XI. Certificates of spinsterhood
XII. Traditional wedding invitation card
XIII. Marriage certificate
XIIII. Random pictures of sponsor and applicant together
XV. Pre wedding photos
XVI. Traditional and court wedding pictures
XVII. Screenshots of friends and family’s social media posts about our wedding


Appendix E: Maintenance documents
I. Sponsor’s employment contract
II. Letter from Sponsor’s office confirming the duration of his employment and his payroll details
III. Sponsor’s payslips from September 2016 to May2017
IIII. Sponsor’s bank account statement signed and stamped by the bank
V. Sponsor’s last two P 60s
VI. Signed sponsorship undertaking from Sponsor

Appendix F: Accommodation documents
I. Sponsor’s current tenancy agreement
II. Letter from Sponsor’s landlord or letting agency stating that the Applicant can stay in the apartment
III. Sponsor’s Council tax
IIII. Sponsor’s Utility bills

Appendix G: TB certificate

I was a bit worried that they might have an issue with the fact that all the pictures of hubby and I together except 1 were taken when he came to Nigeria for our wedding.
Oga no like pictures so when I went to U.K. Last year, we didn't take any pictures together so most of my pictures in the places we went to in U.K. were of only me or me and his nephew.
The only picture of both of us together in U.K. was one random picture that someone took at a party we went to.
I was also worried because I said we met last year when I went to U.K. Since then, the only time we've seen was when he came for the wedding. I didn't say the truth ( which was that we'd been dating since 2015) because in my visit visa application, I had said I didn't know anyone in U.K....that year Oga been vex me so I wasn't really sure I was going to be continuing the relationship.
I was so scared they'd say there was no substantial relationship because of the apparently short relationship time.
I'm sure God got tired of hearing my prayers about this visa. Na on top this matter my hallelujah challenge finish.
In faith, I resigned my job in June and went to chill with my parents while waiting and praying.
You don't even want to know all the sleepless nights I had .
To anyone applying now or waiting for a response just pray and watch God do his wonders....
Next step - planning marriage blessing in U.K...

WOW. Just seeing this. I am so glad for you. now u can rest and look forward to meeting your spouse. Congratulations once again.

obiw24:


Amen

@obiw24 any update yet? wish you luck

Lexusgs430:


Oga, You nko ? You too suppose don dey LHR ....

Stop trying to sell those expensive vehicles, just bless my ministry with them ..........

Lol bros i still dey here o. Need to package myself like @joygirl2017 said .

No wahala about the cars sir. They are yours

joygirl2017:



thanks bro been wondering when you are coming on line . To share .
My hubby is overjoyed he doesnt care how much ticket is I must fly down
As a woman , I need to arrange myself need time

Yes o. Pls start going. He has been waiting pateinetly. Lol.

What do u need to arrange again? Pls buy ticket and do the needful lol

joygirl2017:
Ohhh my Goddddd!!!!! lord be praised! Baba e ma eseee ooooo . Olowogboboro your hand on my life has filled me with joy
Opened my envelope in the taxi I even took blade so I can rip it off on time closed my eyes as I reached for my passport and I saw my visa .

Lord I am in tears cant believe I passed my exam in nairaland .
Psalm 126:1 ►
A song of ascents. When the LORD restored the fortunes of Zion, we were like those who dreamed.
Its a dream come true for me .cant believe its my turn to write on nairaland .


Been shaking like fish removed from water . Been screaming in joy . Have missed my husband my cherry boo.
my mother and father in law are so excited to have me back Asap .

The lord favour the rest waiting and the in coming applicants as long you followed and follow the handout here .

Thank you mr lexusg430 you wonderful

Thank you to all co-May applicants it was nice chatting with all of you . Its been a long journey for us dreaming when passport is coming out , eyes clued to the email and on sites and praying every day . Lord thank you. Am grateful

Will post my timeline soon .

Hehheeee. I can only imagine the joy. Congrats once again

joygirl2017:
Hi guys finally I got an email from tls that my passport is ready for collection .
I cant believe my wait is over , cant believe will update you guys wooooow am so scared my heart is beating faster than normal decision was made since August 1 am just getting email .
God favour me

Congratttttttssssssssss... is positive definitely

So happy for u

lol. i leave month ending. need to sort myself out before moving sir

obiw24:


Congrats.
I'm sure you're on the next flight to London.
I'm happy for you bro

My Timeline:

Country applying from: Abuja -Nigeria (PRIORITY)
Online Application submitted: 5 May 2017
Biometrics taken: 8 May 2017
Docs and Application received in Sheffield :16th May 22017
Email confirmation from Sheffield: No email confirmation (was tracked)
Email from Sheffield:sent an email 13th July and got a response on the 14th July saying " Awaiting Decision"
Decision made: July 30th 2017
Mail from TLS : August 1st 2017
Passport received:August 2nd 2017

For those applying, this can be a guide for your supporting documents . Below are the documents i sumbitted with my applications

Documents provided by me
• Spousal Application form duly filled and signed
• My passport
• VAF 4A form
• Marriage Certificate
• Letter from employer
• Pay slip from September 2016 –March 2017
• Offer of Employment
• UK Master’s Degree Certificate as a proof of English Language requirement
• Statement of Account from October 2016 to April 2017
• A picture collage of various phases of our dating and marriage
• Screenshot of Emails between us as far back as 2011 till date
• Screenshot of Skype History
• WhatsApp History
• Wedding Contract and Pro-forma Invoice from the Ritz Carlton, Abu Dhabi
• Flight tickets showing our trips to the United Kingdom, Nigeria , South Africa and the UAE
• Hotel Reservation Email for us in Abu Dhabi
• Birthday Dinner reservation email for my birthday in at Hakkasan Restaurant in Dubai on the 4th of August 2015
• Two (2) proof of ownership certificate and pictures for my Vehicles (To be sold off as that would give us more funds to assist myself and wife and some professional courses and training pending when I gain full time employment in the UK)
• Refusal Letter for application for Tier 1 post study visa with reference case ID -11891510
• Police report for the Old/expired passport with the data page and my Tier 1 Work Visa
• A thank you note to our guests who attended our wedding
• A Purchase Receipt of my wife Engagement ring that bought in June 2015

List of Documents provided by my wife :
• Supporting statement
• Company Tax Return CT600 Mar 2016- Feb 2017
• Incorporation Certificate from Companies House
• Directors report And Financial Statements- Year Ended 28 Feb 2017
• Certificate of confirmation from Accountant
• Business Bank statements Mar 2016- April 2017
• Personal Bank Statements Mar 2016- April 2017
• Current Appointment Report from Companies House
• Certificate of VAT registration
• VAT returns covering Mar 2016- Feb 2017
• HMRC Proof of registration- PAYE & National Insurance
• Payslips covering Mar 2016- Feb 2017
• P60 End of Year certificate
• SA302 2016-17
• Self-Assessment Tax Return (SA100) 2016-17
• Dividend Vouchers covering Mar 2016- Feb 2017
• Utility Bill- Water
• Tenancy Agreement
• No objection letter from Landlord
• Passport data page


Good luck to all who are waiting patiently

My good people,

Passport collected and visa ISSUED!!!!!

Dont know how to thank this forum. You all have been amazing and a blessing. I pray for all who are expecting to have the reason to smile like i did when i opened my passport

I will be posting my timeline soon

Regards

MrBBBB:


I just got another mail from TLS that my passport is backand available for pick up.

I am not sure as to why this was fast . is this the normal trend? also do they normally transport your passport to sheffiled?

Am just curious

Although on the UKVI website it states that decision was made on the 30th of July

What do you guys think?

Realgeo:


Congratulations in advance. It takes 4 to 5 days to get your passport after decision has been made. It's graduation time!! From Nairaland school�

I just got another mail from TLS that my passport is backand available for pick up.

I am not sure as to why this was fast . is this the normal trend? also do they normally transport your passport to sheffiled?

Am just curious

Lexusgs430:


We graduated one student yesterday successfully. And we expect the same for you (if you followed the manual and not expo)..........

The very famous @lexusgs430. No expo here o. I am a full and loyal student .lol

Hello guys,

Just to update you. I just received mail from TLS that application assessed and decision made . And will contact me once my passport is available for pick up.

I am hoping for a positive result IJN

Fingers crossed.

obiw24:
Has anyone heard from @MrBBb?

@Obiw24 nothing yet Boss.. Still waiting patiently. Am hoping this week

joygirl2017:

Hopefully. We are hoping so.

Any news?

obiw24:


Thank you Jesus.

The settlement visa decision blessing is in my neighborhood.

Congrats in advance dear. It'll definitely be ready for pick up on Friday or Monday.

I pray for you. Yours is 5th or 25th of May? Biometrics I mean?

Phebesfab:
Just checked the link now...a decision has been made since 25th of July but TLS hasn't updated my application status. I can't wait o... Good luck to everyone of us in Jesus name.

Congrats. Good to hear people r recieving feedback. I heard. TLS website was down last week. So that might be the case.

Please when did u do ur biometrics?

Hello guys what's up with May people? Anything yet?

Phebesfab:
It's been 11 weeks and a day today. did my bio metrics on the 3rd of May. i can't wait again o!!! just dropped my resignation letter this week cos i have to give my employer a month notice. I pray my application will be successful and it will come early in Jesus name. I pray God grant all our heart desires according to his will for our lives in Jesus name.

It is well. We all shall receive good news in good time. I would like to know if u paid for priority for your application

Cheers

Realgeo:


I know so cause I have been reading from other forums and priority applications now goes up 60 days and u are almost on 63 days or so. It's coming....

Thank you. What other forums? Can you send me a link so I can check it up myself. Thanks

Realgeo:


You better start parking your bag cause you are getting your Visa by next week. From the look of things, you will get a decision this week. �

@ realgeo I pray so o. I am hoping and praying seriously. But why do you think so tho?

joygirl2017:





Hahahahahaha ...... I laughed when I saw your this (pending )I was overjoyed when i saw May at first then I laughed at the end .

The Lord will favor us .

Lol you thought I was giving a report on visa received yeah ?

Lol

obiw24:


Yes o! I made plans with the hope that it would be out by the end of June.

It's well sha.

God is in control.

Amen @obiw24 . But did u pay for priority tho? Indeed it is well

joygirl2017:



My brother, from the look of things loads of application from paskistan , India , turkey , Tunisia so this June /July is for April applicants


It will be a miracle that if May applicants starts receiving passport this July .

Huge Miracle !!!

Lets just pray for favour and speed.



How you doing and coping ?

Mehn it's not easy. Won't even lie. Keep looking at gmail , tls and visa status at the same time hoping for news. My wife is no longer patient. But am hoping for the best b4 month end. Hopefully

Just thought to share my timeline

Country applying from: Abuja -Nigeria (PRIORITY)
Online Application submitted: 5 May 2017
Biometrics taken: 8 May 2017
Docs and Application received in Sheffield :16th May 22017
Email confirmation from Sheffield: No email confirmation (was tracked)
Email from Sheffield:sent an email 13th July and got a response on the 14th July saying " Awaiting Decision"
Decision made: Pending
Docs/ Passport Received:Pending

Good luck to us all waiting

joygirl2017:



MrBBBB From other websites I see April badge will soon be over hopefully before the month runs to an end may application starts .
Cant advise anyone to waste money paying for priority .

@joygirl2017 so in a nutshell people that applied in May won't get a response until August even with priority?

obiw24:
@MrBBBB I'm in the same boat with you .
Submitted my application 25th May and I'm yet to receive any response.

And I paid for priority �
I've even resigned my job �

Seems nothing much can be done from our own ends. @obiw24. Have u actually resigned for real? I like your courage o. But I wish I all the best. It will turn out in your favour.

joygirl2017:



Sorry experiencing what ? MrBBB

The story is my biometric was done was on 8th of May and supporting documents were delivered on the 16th of May. And I paid priority for the application and no response till date being the 15th July. Making it 2 months. I expected priority to be treated at least 4-10weeks (I think)

[quote author=teejay231 post=58319016]

Thank you teejay231.

I would also like to know if a lot of people in this forum are experiencing such

Thanks

[quote author=Dukelord post=58192324]

Thank you dukelord

Hello house , I hail o , please I will like to know if any one has information as to what is going on with spousal visa processing for 2017. I submitted my application and did biometrics on the 8th of May and supporting documents got to Sheffield on the 16th of May. Paid priority and till date which is the 10th of July, I have not heard anything from the UKVI. Only that's it's awaiting decision.

I am thinking the only explanation could be that they are overwhelmed with applications . Or what do you think house ?

Thank you

[quote author=Dukelord post=58080984]Hello people,

Another silent follower of this thread.....you guys are awesome.

Husband Settlement Non priority

22/02/2017 - Application started
20/03/2017 - Application submitted
29/03/2017 - Biometric done
29/03/2017 - TLS say application has been transferred to UKVI
29/03/2017 - I sent supporting documents to my Lawyer in UK
30/03/2017 - Application received by UKVI
11/04/2017 - Lawyer sends supporting documents to UKVI Sheffield (with no bank statement)
12/04/2017 - UKVI receives supporting document. Requests for self addressed envelope.
26/04/2017 - Self addressed envelope (with bank statement) sent to Sheffield
21/06/2017 - I mailed UKVI Sheffield to find out about application
22/06/2017 - Wifey called UKVI Sheffield to find out about application and they said its still pending
26/06/2017 - UKVI Sheffield responded to email requesting for GWF, responded same day it is awaiting decision
25/06/2017 - Decision made (The day UKVI status page was updated but status page did not show decided it was still saying reference unknown)
27/06/2017 - UKVI application status page shows (displays) status as decided
30/06/2017 - TLS mail saying a decision has been made (11AM)
30/06/2017 - Passport available for collection at TLS (3PM)
03/07/2017 - Passport collected

Visa valid from 26th June to 26th July.


congratulations on the success of your application.
Please can you advice on what website to check for status on the UKVI like u mentioned earlier. i Thought it was only TLS you can check for update

Please advise

Thank you