I think we that want to submit our applications can send a mail of this format to abujavisaoffice@dfa.ie and/or visamail@justice.ie

‘Hello,

I am a prospective Irish study visa applicant from Nigeria, I have been trying to book an appointment in order to submit my application but it has not been successful (I have been getting this message “There are no open seats available for selected center - Ireland Visa Application Centre, Lagos”), and walk in applications are allowed.

In addition, VFS accepts Irish visa applications only on Mondays which in turn makes it almost impossible to get an appointment if or when they become available due to the huge number of applicants.

My school would be resuming soon and I fear my application will not be assessed before then. Thank you in anticipation of your rapid resolution.

Blah blah,
Blah blah blah,’

What do you guys think, Is it a bit selfish for us to send a mail of this form having the whole Corvid situation in mind.

For those asking about appointment issues

Good day people pls I took duolingo test they said they couldn’t certify my results because the speaking is not natural it looks rehearsed that I should appeal. Please has anyone had this experience before and do the appeal work or do I have to take the test again .
Thanks

nalizzzy:
Good day people pls I took duolingo test they said they couldn’t certify my results because the speaking is not natural it looks rehearsed that I should appeal. Please has anyone had this experience before and do the appeal work or do I have to take the test again .
Thanks

My first result too wasn’t certified because my cursor left the test page.., i appealed and explain that it was because I’m using an on-screen keyboard. However I couldn’t wait for the appeal result so I just took another one, for free

nalizzzy:
Good day people pls I took duolingo test they said they couldn’t certify my results because the speaking is not natural it looks rehearsed that I should appeal. Please has anyone had this experience before and do the appeal work or do I have to take the test again .
Thanks

Its better you hurriedly take another test now if its less than 30 days you took the first one.

Thanks. will write it again tomorrow

ICaSNg:


You can email the Vfs and irish Embassy on why.

Cheers

I am only trying to understand why but, see below from their official site. My understanding is to have a color copies of the pages with valid/expired visas and refusal stamps on previous and current passports. It is for quick reference.

"Applicants are requested to carry an additional set of documents (color copy) clearly readable. For example- color copies of all supporting documents, Visa Application form, Passport bio page and pages that have valid/expired visas and stamps. You can chose to avail photocopy service at VFS centers by paying additional cost. Refer to the additional services page to know the charges."

nalizzzy:
Good day people pls I took duolingo test they said they couldn’t certify my results because the speaking is not natural it looks rehearsed that I should appeal. Please has anyone had this experience before and do the appeal work or do I have to take the test again .
Thanks

I sympathize with you bro, i had a similar experience when i was taking the duolingo test.
I was so frustrated, i took the test four times before i had my result,my agent had to appeal to them to give me a last try although, there is a siver lining, the test is considerably easier than other tests and i practised alot so i had a 120, but the experience might vary from person to person
REASONS FOR MY PREVIOUS CANCELATIONS
1 System failure (make sure you have a well equipped computer and strong connection)

2 Moving the cursor away from the test tab ( make sure your cursor is always used to attempt the answers and not something else, this was also associated with system failure cause i had to remove constant pop ups)

3 Allegedly moving my face away from the screen ( although i am sure i did not look away from the screen given the fact that i had such little time and so many questions but it is still an excuse they use to make you write the exam again and pay extra so look out for that)
All the best.

IMustWin:

Its better you hurriedly take another test now if its less than 30 days you took the first one.

He still has two more try before his first try elapses.

Theblink123:


I sympathize with you bro, i had a similar experience when i was taking the duolingo test.
I was so frustrated, i took the test four times before i had my result,my agent had to appeal to them to give me a last try although, there is a siver lining, the test is considerably easier than other tests and i practised alot so i had a 120, but the experience might vary from person to person
REASONS FOR MY PREVIOUS CANCELATIONS
1 System failure (make sure you have a well equipped computer and strong connection)

2 Moving the cursor away from the test tab ( make sure your cursor is always used to attempt the answers and not something else, this was also associated with system failure cause i had to remove constant pop ups)

3 Allegedly moving my face away from the screen ( although i am sure i did not look away from the screen given the fact that i had such little time and so many questions but it is still an excuse they use to make you write the exam again and pay extra so look out for that)
All the best.

Thanks I have another try what am confused about is the fact they said it looks rehearsed and not natural or was I speaking to fast or I was not speaking loud enough

nalizzzy:

Thanks I have another try what am confused about is the fact they said it looks rehearsed and not natural or was I speaking to fast or I was not speaking loud enough

I feel your pain bro i also felt that way, i was confused when they told me i was looking away from the screen for a long period of time, which i didnt, all they want is their money.
Just make sure you follow their instructions and try to be as calm as possible even though that is hard to achieve in an highly tensed exam environment.
Once again good luck.

Hallo , please can someone recommend schools I can apply for pre-masters(physics) that the tuition is not much

Saw the decisions uploaded this morning.
A 77% approval rate is very impressive.

To fellow folks waiting since March and applicants who recently submitted, I wish you the favorable outcome.

'Approved' does mean a lot.
Mine came in with July 6 decisions.

Msc. Data Analytics at DBS.

Chiggslover (tnx for your help)
Deekaycee
Ceceliaa34
Bigmills
Akmarley
Femo7
niyogeol (awesome guide posts)

A jjc will be at your country-step in September.
Have read all I can but covid-19 have made things unpredictable.

Please continue to 'hepp' us when you can.

Alday:
Saw the decisions uploaded this morning.

A 77% approval rate is very impressive.

To fellow folks waiting since March and applicants who recently submitted, I wish you the favorable outcome.

'Approved' does mean a lot.

Amen o

Alday:
Saw the decisions uploaded this morning.

A 77% approval rate is very impressive.

To fellow folks waiting since March and applicants who recently submitted, I wish you the favorable outcome.

'Approved' does mean a lot.

Yes approval of 7 out of 9 is very encouraging.

Very compulsory for your study visa application. Check the embassy support documents guide for Study visa applications.

Zabiboy:




Bro....quick question..
Is medical insurance mandatory or it can be waved??

It’s getting confusing oh, I thought they said they were opened for applications and appeals processing.
@ICaSng, Please, Sorry for the stress. I sent a mail as you advised, this is the response.
They’ve closed again?

Alday:
Saw the decisions uploaded this morning.

A 77% approval rate is very impressive.

To fellow folks waiting since March and applicants who recently submitted, I wish you the favorable outcome.

'Approved' does mean a lot.

For those who have filed appeals, follow up with your school and the embassy. Good news are starting to filter in!

SameeD96:
It’s getting confusing oh, I thought they said they were opened for applications and appeals processing.
@ICaSng, Please, Sorry for the stress. I sent a mail as you advised, this is the response.
They’ve closed again?

Was yours an appeal? And was it for student visa?

It’s a study visa appeal o

Preye21:



Was yours an appeal? And was it for student visa?

SameeD96:
It’s a study visa appeal o

Kai, na wa o. These pple are just giving someone unnecessary tension o

Just be patient, probably its cos of the ‘said’ technical challenge they are having. I wish u a favorable decision.

Meanwhile when did u apply?

Lol, na real wa o
Sent my appeal since January jare
Thank you very much

Preye21:


Kai, na wa o. These pple are just giving someone unnecessary tension o

Just be patient, probably its cos of the ‘said’ technical challenge they are having. I wish u a favorable decision.

Meanwhile when did u apply?

SameeD96:
Lol, na real wa o
Sent my appeal since January jare
Thank you very much

Such a long time

To be honest
I’m not trying to hurt anybody feelings or anything
I think you guys should just forget about school for this
Year and focus on January.
With the way things are going and the pandemic not stoping anytime soon .. going to school will be very hard .
Just saying

I actually had to defer till next September last month. Thankfully, it was accepted. I'd work towards next fall. No pressure!
Regardless, I wish all those applying this year the very best. We'd all run this in one piece. ��

Jaypey21:
To be honest
I’m not trying to hurt anybody feelings or anything
I think you guys should just forget about school for this
Year and focus on January.
With the way things are going and the pandemic not stoping anytime soon .. going to school will be very hard .
Just saying

SameeD96:
Lol, na real wa o
Sent my appeal since January jare
Thank you very much

So, I got my Visa approved today. I applied last year and was rejected but was told I could appeal. I did this and with the help of Icas and most especially God, I appealed the decision and today, my visa was one of those on the approved list.

I am awaiting the reopening of our international flights and will be in Ireland when school resumes in September. My advice is to put God first and seek the counsel of experienced people on the forum. I pray that we are all favoured in the coming weeks

Dwebb55:


So, I got my Visa approved today. I applied last year and was rejected but was told I could appeal. I did this and with the help of Icas and most especially God, I appealed the decision and today, my visa was one of those on the approved list.

I am awaiting the reopening of our international flights and will be in Ireland when school resumes in September. My advice is to put God first and seek the counsel of experienced people on the forum. I pray that we are all favoured in the coming weeks

Yaaay. Good news rolling in. congratulations dear

Congratulations!

Dwebb55:


So, I got my Visa approved today. I applied last year and was rejected but was told I could appeal. I did this and with the help of Icas and most especially God, I appealed the decision and today, my visa was one of those on the approved list.

I am awaiting the reopening of our international flights and will be in Ireland when school resumes in September. My advice is to put God first and seek the counsel of experienced people on the forum. I pray that we are all favoured in the coming weeks

Dwebb55:


So, I got my Visa approved today. I applied last year and was rejected but was told I could appeal. I did this and with the help of Icas and most especially God, I appealed the decision and today, my visa was one of those on the approved list.

I am awaiting the reopening of our international flights and will be in Ireland when school resumes in September. My advice is to put God first and seek the counsel of experienced people on the forum. I pray that we are all favoured in the coming weeks

Please what was the reason for refusal initially

Preye21:


Please what was the reason for refusal initially

Lump sums and educational gaps not fully explained. Any lodgements above 100k should be explained and every gap as well

Dwebb55:


So, I got my Visa approved today. I applied last year and was rejected but was told I could appeal. I did this and with the help of Icas and most especially God, I appealed the decision and today, my visa was one of those on the approved list.

I am awaiting the reopening of our international flights and will be in Ireland when school resumes in September. My advice is to put God first and seek the counsel of experienced people on the forum. I pray that we are all favoured in the coming weeks

Congratulations that’s a good news...pls when did u submitted your appeal that you have already gotten a decision?

SameeD96:
It’s getting confusing oh, I thought they said they were opened for applications and appeals processing.
@ICaSng, Please, Sorry for the stress. I sent a mail as you advised, this is the response.
They’ve closed again?

Probably keep checking the list of approved visa. . Hopefully your visa will be among those approved next.