How many bed house are you planning to buy and where in the UK?

JaySterling:


The 3 of us are planning on buying a property which would serve as a family house for 3 of us our wife’s and kids, instead of paying multiple rent.

We jointly have about 18M in Nigeria
Please can this be enough to serve as a down payment for a bungalow where we can spread the balance over the years in a mortgage plan.

Also, we are planning on putting all the funds (18M) into one account and send it to UK via form A. Would this be possible?

dupyshoo:
How many bed house are you planning to buy and where in the UK?

Our kids are still small. Maybe a 5 bedroom

CheesyTee:
I passed my driving theory test at second attempt... onto the next one

Congratulations. How is Island life? Hope you’ve settled in?

JaySterling:
Hi guys, I just moved to the UK In October for my PHD with my wife and 2 kids. I’m the main applicant and wife is dependent.

My two younger brothers are also coming in February for their masters with their wife’s
and kids

The 3 of us are planning on buying a property which would serve as a family house for 3 of us our wife’s and kids, instead of paying multiple rent.

We jointly have about 18M in Nigeria
Please can this be enough to serve as a down payment for a bungalow where we can spread the balance over the years in a mortgage plan.

Also, we are planning on putting all the funds (18M) into one account and send it to UK via form A. Would this be possible?

Please can someone advise me on the process for all this and guide us on what best to do to avoid mistakes

I see trouble in the making.

Who takes the house if and when the women start quarreling and living together is no longer feasible

Tier4Dependant:
My oga’s in the house, I need help on how to go about referencing. I want to change my job and I don’t want my current employer to have a clue about it until I give him my 4weeks termination notice. More like I want to get the job first before saying I want to leave.

I have previously worked with 2 other companies that can give me reference but my potential new employer wants a reference from current employer.

How can I go about it? Please I need all ideas I can get from you all. Thanks

Traditionally it is the line mgr or HR who should provide reference but you can use any trusted colleague (preferably senior to you). And you should let the potential employer know they cannot contact your current one until all other checks are complete/an offer is sure. That is what I did in my case

Lexusgs430:



Your biggest mistake was her work status......... You for carry all for head ..........

Chief when you say i for carry all for head. How do you mean ? as in i for no disclose her work status ? And now wey i don Bleep up like this, wetin i fit do to rectify and reapply for her. The thing dey mess with my head like this

Peerielass:


Congratulations. How is Island life? Hope you’ve settled in?

Thank you Island life is great! Quiet and less stimulating. Settled quite well and loving it...

igbsam:


Chief when you say i for carry all for head. How do you mean ? as in i for no disclose her work status ? And now wey i don Bleep up like this, wetin i fit do to rectify and reapply for her. The thing dey mess with my head like this

Your mum not working is not a crime....... You would have been upfront in your application letter, stating Grandma was coming to look after her only grandchild. She would be visiting for 3 month's and all expenses on your head (flight, accommodation, health insurance) etc etc.........

michlins:
I see trouble in the making.

Who takes the house if and when the women start quarreling and living together is no longer feasible

You too like vawulence.........

Good evening guru in the house, this work visa teacher route precisely, that will commence this February, what are the requirements?
And the Ireland work visa also that will commence this February what are the requirements also? Quick one please

igbsam:


Chief when you say i for carry all for head. How do you mean ? as in i for no disclose her work status ? And now wey i don Bleep up like this, wetin i fit do to rectify and reapply for her. The thing dey mess with my head like this

He means you shouldn’t have said she does anything. Just said home maker or something similar.

It’s tricky. But if I were you. I’d re-apply, stating that the previous application was filled by an agent or someone who sha made mistakes.

State that she is a ‘homemaker’ or retired. And not doing anything just now. If your father is alive let him write a letter stating he’s aware his wife wants to travel to see their kids and come back.

Then write a letter stating that you will be responsible for her flight, accommodation and feeding. Attach bank statements. Also attach her own statement as well. Even if it’s £500 there.

That’s what I can think of just now. Cause proving business income especially for older people can be tricky.

CheesyTee:


Thank you Island life is great! Quiet and less stimulating. Settled quite well and loving it...

Tell me about it! This will be the time for you to learn new skills. The Islanders enjoy knitting and playing the fiddle…..maybe you should join them .

Buying a house can take up to 2 months+ for cash buyer and 3 months+ for those buying with mortgage. So, it is not that straightforward. Then, depending on your type of visa and credit rating, you might not get a mortgage. Also, the amount you have will likely not be enough deposit for you. Also, once you buy a house, you automatically lose the benefits of a first time buyer. So, buying another house will be difficult and you will need to pay huge stamp duty.

JaySterling:
Our kids are still small. Maybe a 5 bedroom

Lexusgs430:



You too like vawulence.........

peace is not an option

Tier4Dependant:
My oga’s in the house, I need help on how to go about referencing. I want to change my job and I don’t want my current employer to have a clue about it until I give him my 4weeks termination notice. More like I want to get the job first before saying I want to leave.

I have previously worked with 2 other companies that can give me reference but my potential new employer wants a reference from current employer.

How can I go about it? Please I need all ideas I can get from you all. Thanks

I would tell the new employer clearly that I can't get a reference from my current employer. Every HR practitioner should understand that is a hard ask for a candidate.

HollyMadison:
Hi people,

Please does any contact for a driver that can pick up at Heathrow and drop at South Shields (Tyne and wear)?

Why not consider National Express to bring the person closer, they won't mind all the luggage and their terminal is right inside Heathrow. It won't be easy to get a driver for this 6-hour journey.

michlins:
I see trouble in the making.

Who takes the house if and when the women start quarreling and living together is no longer feasible

You dey think far

Hmm

JaySterling:
Hi guys, I just moved to the UK In October for my PHD with my wife and 2 kids. I’m the main applicant and wife is dependent.

My two younger brothers are also coming in February for their masters with their wife’s
and kids

The 3 of us are planning on buying a property which would serve as a family house for 3 of us our wife’s and kids, instead of paying multiple rent.

We jointly have about 18M in Nigeria
Please can this be enough to serve as a down payment for a bungalow where we can spread the balance over the years in a mortgage plan.

Also, we are planning on putting all the funds (18M) into one account and send it to UK via form A. Would this be possible?

Please can someone advise me on the process for all this and guide us on what best to do to avoid mistakes

Do not use brother and family stuff to enter this one.
Be sure there is a clear document that addresses ownership, maintenance and dissolution( if issues arises).
Issues will definitely come up cos e get as UK dey make family strong face for themselves o.

JaySterling:
Hi guys, I just moved to the UK In October for my PHD with my wife and 2 kids. I’m the main applicant and wife is dependent.

My two younger brothers are also coming in February for their masters with their wife’s
and kids

The 3 of us are planning on buying a property which would serve as a family house for 3 of us our wife’s and kids, instead of paying multiple rent.

We jointly have about 18M in Nigeria
Please can this be enough to serve as a down payment for a bungalow where we can spread the balance over the years in a mortgage plan.

Also, we are planning on putting all the funds (18M) into one account and send it to UK via form A. Would this be possible?

Please can someone advise me on the process for all this and guide us on what best to do to avoid mistakes

Depending on the location, a house that would contain 3 families could cost anywhere between £180k and £600k on the average and you need to make at least 10% down payment plus other fees. Also, having just arrived, you might not easily get a mortgage, the list goes on with regards to the challenges you will face.

3 families in a house, I really wanna know the City cos you will need a house with so many rooms. Maybe 5 rooms with at least 3 of them being double rooms

On the Form A, not really possible. You have to find a way to move the funds via the black market so your N18m would just be £20k or less.

I'd say you should shelf the house purchase idea for now. If you must live together (please don't), you can rent a place and if you save hard enough, in a year or 2, you can resurrect the house purchase idea.

Solumtoya:


Why not consider National Express to bring the person closer, they won't mind all the luggage and their terminal is right inside Heathrow. It won't be easy to get a driver for this 6-hour journey.

For a payment of £500, a driver would be willing and able ........

Lexusgs430:


Your mum not working is not a crime....... You would have been upfront in your application letter, stating Grandma was coming to look after her only grandchild. She would be visiting for 3 month's and all expenses on your head (flight, accommodation, health insurance) etc etc.........

Does this work? People keep saying that Grandma must contribute something or at least her Bank Statement must be uploaded even if it has like N200k.

Another challenge I think he had was that £1500 contribution from him may have been considered small.

jagbasneh:
Good evening guru in the house, this work visa teacher route precisely, that will commence this February, what are the requirements?
And the Ireland work visa also that will commence this February what are the requirements also? Quick one please

There is this magical search engine called Google, you should use it to find the answers you are looking for.

Solumtoya:


Does this work? People keep saying that Grandma must contribute something or at least her Bank Statement must be uploaded even if it has like N200k.

Another challenge I think he had was that £1500 contribution from him may have been considered small.

My mother in-law and mother, have never had visa issues........

Their bank statements, NEVER carry any weight during their application processes...........

Solumtoya:


Does this work? People keep saying that Grandma must contribute something or at least her Bank Statement must be uploaded even if it has like N200k.

Another challenge I think he had was that £1500 contribution from him may have been considered small.

He presented UKBA with all the ammunition required, to take aim ..........

UKBA never looks a gift horse in the face ...........

Lexusgs430:



My mother in-law and mother, have never had visa issues........

Their bank statements, NEVER carry any weight during their application processes...........

I'm about to apply for my Mother-in-law end of this month... She's a pensioner, gets monthly pension less than N100k but no balance as she spends it all. I got her sons to fund her account to about N250k last week though just as New Year gift/stipend.

So I'm gonna sponsor. Until last month, I wasn't really keeping funds in my account. My income is good but I move it to my Stocks and Shares ISA and leave like £100 in my account but in the last few weeks, I got my Tax refund and some borrowers paid me back so the Account has seen inflow of several thousands and I intend to leave it that way till month end when I apply.

Do I have to explain each of these inflows? Any other thing I need to be aware of before I apply?

Lexusgs430:


Your mum not working is not a crime....... You would have been upfront in your application letter, stating Grandma was coming to look after her only grandchild. She would be visiting for 3 month's and all expenses on your head (flight, accommodation, health insurance) etc etc.........

Okay. Thank you

Mamatukwas:


He means you shouldn’t have said she does anything. Just said home maker or something similar.

It’s tricky. But if I were you. I’d re-apply, stating that the previous application was filled by an agent or someone who sha made mistakes.

State that she is a ‘homemaker’ or retired. And not doing anything just now. If your father is alive let him write a letter stating he’s aware his wife wants to travel to see their kids and come back.

Then write a letter stating that you will be responsible for her flight, accommodation and feeding. Attach bank statements. Also attach her own statement as well. Even if it’s £500 there.

That’s what I can think of just now. Cause proving business income especially for older people can be tricky.

This thing is really tricky. Na crime to dey honest again. I guess one of the major issues is us not providing her bank statement to back up the application.

elengine:
... How easy can an internal auditor get a job in UK especially around Leeds and Bradford? I will appreciate any response

Quick one to ponder on.
- How many audit cycle have you done
- What's your involvement in the audit
- which side of the audit are you: account, ITGC ...
- subject to your involvement, role, what audit tools do you use, and
- are you by chance integral part of the planning (scoping, what can go wrong analysis) and report (collation, analysis, mgt comments)

Above might assist you in repositioning your CV and mapping your cover notes/letters based on the job specs.
Inbtw, there're some standard steps/processes in audit across countries and continents.
To answer you, easy I can't say, feasible yep!

igbsam:


This thing is really tricky. Na crime to dey honest again. I guess one of the major issues is us not providing her bank statement to back up the application.

Not just the bank statement, the ECO expects proof to support your claim that she has a business eg evidence of business name, bank statements in the name of the business and tax clearance etc, whereas if you had just stated she was a Homemaker there wouldn’t have been any need to provide the additional documents.

Zahra29:


Very easy for an IT PM? If you say so

I do say so from personal experience. I'm in a related industry and know SEVERAL immigrants being sponsored. While I was job hunting recently, the IT PM roles I saw and interviewed for, sponsorship was never an issue either.

I also believe that once you know your onions, regardless of your industry, sponsorship is not going to be a barrier.

You may follow the link and read on the YouKay gov site. Just for noting, not all schools requires QTS! However, QTS makes lotta difference!
For Ireland, you may get better response on the Irish visa thread (see within Travel section)

semmyk:
Interestingly, a year after Yemsot inspiring post, QTS will be 'relaxing' (Feb 2023)
Nigeria added to apply for QTS through the Teaching Regulation Agency (TRA)
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/apply-for-qualified-teacher-status-qts-if-you-teach-outside-the-uk/routes-to-qualified-teacher-status-qts-for-teachers-and-those-with-teaching-experience-outside-the-uk
NB: QTS through TRA is not for everyone. Those requiring PGCE/PGDE must continue as-is.
_{PS: this is not a binding advisory as contemplated in law/statutes}

See also www.gov.uk/guidance/recruit-teachers-from-overseas

jagbasneh:
Good evening guru in the house, this work visa teacher route precisely, that will commence this February, what are the requirements?
And the Ireland work visa also that will commence this February what are the requirements also? Quick one please

semmyk:
Knowing what might (will) happen after Feb 2023, it might in the best interest of all for a thread created: within Travel though. @Justwise
So, when ? , queries, enquiry flocks in, we simply redirect 'em there. #JustMyView