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Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by umarwy(m): 6:09pm On Oct 28, 2020

claremont:
The highlighted share a border with Libya and Mali, a wilderness of endless desert filled with terrorists. It would take a very brave person to even think of attempting this journey.

Yep I am aware of the conflicts and the Sahara.

But man can't live life in fear.

I plan on getting a local guide/escort if it's necessary.

Everything na plan.

Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by umarwy(m): 6:14pm On Oct 28, 2020

omopapa:
Hehehe this will be interesting o. Never heard of anyone that’s done it but what’s ur itinerary. I can tag along

Still in the planing stage so nothing solid yet.

First steps is getting health and safety/communication down.

Then go on forums of people with experience doing the Dakar for some pointers.

Etc etc.

I might open a thread for it.

But probably spend a night in each of the transit countries. Or visit landmarks that won't be way out of the route.

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Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by LagosismyHome(f): 6:17pm On Oct 28, 2020

umarwy:
Yep I am aware of the conflicts and the Sahara.

But man can't live life in fear.

I plan on getting a local guide/escort if it's necessary.

Everything na plan.

Trouble dey sleep ... you want to go and wake it.

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Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by DisGuy(mod): 6:40pm On Oct 28, 2020

Read about someone or a group that tried several years ago....when Libya was still stable and boko haram/ ISIS weren't in vogue then

Now it's the Wild Wild West

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Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by Aphrodite007(f): 8:10pm On Oct 28, 2020

Lexusgs430:
Unfortunately, all you can do is present proof of application......... (which is adequate).......

From one government organisation to another, they are fully aware of backlogs.........

Thanks so much. I can’t submit my application until 1 month to expiry, so I’ll just tell them to wait till then, since their body is scratching then grin

You the best!!

Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by Aphrodite007(f): 8:11pm On Oct 28, 2020

fatima04:
I would think an evidence of application should suffice. When it happened to me back in 2018, i submitted a copy of the visa appointment confirmation to HR. Then after a couple of days, I was sent an approval form to be signed, allowing them to access the visa information with Home office.

Afer the check, home office issued a Verification Notice valid for 6months, which confirms my right to work. So I believe a similar process should apply to your case.

Chop kiss Fati kiss

Ah you’re so lucky this stressful part of your life is over cheesy

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Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by Lexusgs430: 8:26pm On Oct 28, 2020

Aphrodite007:
Thanks so much. I can’t submit my application until 1 month to expiry, so I’ll just tell them to wait till then, since their body is scratching then

You the best!!

Simply carry HR along..........

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Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by Lexusgs430: 8:27pm On Oct 28, 2020

DisGuy:
Read about someone or a group that tried several years ago....when Libya was still stable and boko haram/ ISIS weren't in vogue then

Now it's the Wild Wild West

You never finish this story o......... cheesy

Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by Lexusgs430: 8:30pm On Oct 28, 2020

Since Moneyfex have decided to upgrade their systems.........

Anyone heard of DT&T? App available on playstore (best rates so far)....

You would have to validate, prior to initial transfer (validation completed within 24 hours)........

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Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by LagosismyHome(f): 8:41pm On Oct 28, 2020

Lexusgs430:
Since Moneyfex have decided to upgrade their systems.........

Anyone heard of DT&T? App available on playstore (best rates so far)....

You would have to validate, prior to initial transfer (validation completed within 24 hours)........

I see Azimo don improve their rates to 569 while World remit is still joking with 496.

Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by dustydee: 9:06pm On Oct 28, 2020

Lexusgs430:
Since Moneyfex have decided to upgrade their systems.........

Anyone heard of DT&T? App available on playstore (best rates so far)....

You would have to validate, prior to initial transfer (validation completed within 24 hours)........

Heard of them here some years ago. I will check them out again. Thanks.
Modified:
I just checked their rate and it's the same with transferboss but with a hefty fee (£4).

Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by Bourne007(m): 9:10pm On Oct 28, 2020

They've been around for a while and used them a couple of times. It was just their transfer fee that I think was a bit on the high side when I compare with Smallworld then. I've also noticed in the last few weeks (with Moneyfex and AceMoney misbehaving), they have better rates.

Lexusgs430:
Since Moneyfex have decided to upgrade their systems.........

Anyone heard of DT&T? App available on playstore (best rates so far)....

You would have to validate, prior to initial transfer (validation completed within 24 hours)........

Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by SholaonGod(m): 10:05pm On Oct 28, 2020

LagosismyHome:
No wahala.... oya start so you fit join us quick quick for UK. Since naija no dey appreciate its talent

Lol , thanks fam ♥️✊ .. we move .

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Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by Lexusgs430: 11:18pm On Oct 28, 2020

dustydee:
Heard of them here some years ago. I will check them out again. Thanks.
Modified:
I just checked their rate and it's the same with transferboss but with a hefty fee (£4).

£4 is hefty........ grin

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Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by Lexusgs430: 11:20pm On Oct 28, 2020

Bourne007:
They've been around for a while and used them a couple of times. It was just their transfer fee that I think was a bit on the high side when I compare with Smallworld then. I've also noticed in the last few weeks (with Moneyfex and AceMoney misbehaving), they have better rates.

When you factor that hefty £4 charge + other lower rates, with free transfers..... DT&T wins..... They are currently on 575 - £1......... cheesy

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Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by Lexusgs430: 11:22pm On Oct 28, 2020

LagosismyHome:
I see Azimo don improve their rates to 569 while World remit is still joking with 496.

Azimo is catching up....... Remain Ace......

When their transfer volume drops well, they would do normal.... cheesy

Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by mayluv(f): 11:25pm On Oct 28, 2020

Good evening all, please how can I access the free NHS covid testing. I think a link was posted a while ago but I can't find it. Thanks in advance.

Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by Aphrodite007(f): 11:41pm On Oct 28, 2020*

dustydee:
Oya while waiting, please how did you fill in the application? Any tips?
I also saw employment history and another section with Previous skills and experience,do you know the difference between the two?
I am also considering joining the civil service.

There’s no difference between the two. For the EH I copied my work history from my CV and pasted. Then for previous skills and experience, I copied all my skills that I learned over the years (which should normally be in your CV too) and pasted.

Example of EH is: Customer Care, Boots, April 2000-2012. I offered help to customers.... etc

Example of PS&E is: Microsoft office, leadership, NVQ, etc

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Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by erico2k2(m): 12:14am On Oct 29, 2020

Lexusgs430:
Since Moneyfex have decided to upgrade their systems.........

Anyone heard of DT&T? App available on playstore (best rates so far)....

You would have to validate, prior to initial transfer (validation completed within 24 hours)........

whats thier rate and sending fees?

Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by Lexusgs430: 1:52am On Oct 29, 2020

erico2k2:
whats thier rate and sending fees?

Here you go.....

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Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by tushqueen(f): 7:20am On Oct 29, 2020

Is it better to exchange my naira to pounds from Naija or will I get a cheaper exchange rate if I ask my host in Manchester to assist in changing it since she will be picking me from the airport (I'm thinking I can just change little to hold till we meet)?

Summarily, do I stand a chance of getting a lower exchange in the UK compared to Nigeria?

Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by dustydee: 7:57am On Oct 29, 2020

Aphrodite007:
There’s no different between the two. For the EH I copied my work history from my CV and pasted. Then for previous skills and experience, I copied all my skills that I learned over the years (which should normally be in your CV too) and pasted.

Example of EH is: Customer Care, Boots, April 2000-2012. I offered help to customers.... etc

Example of PS&E is: Microsoft office, leadership, NVQ, etc

Thank you ma.

Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by Rheminix(m): 9:05am On Oct 29, 2020

Hi guys, I think Azimo is the best, speaking of the transfer charges rate and the moderate exchange rate in naira, that's my stance.

Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by Lexusgs430: 9:34am On Oct 29, 2020

tushqueen:
Is it better to exchange my naira to pounds from Naija or will I get a cheaper exchange rate if I ask my host in Manchester to assist in changing it since she will be picking me from the airport (I'm thinking I can just change little to hold till we meet)?

Summarily, do I stand a chance of getting a lower exchange in the UK compared to Nigeria?

The difference is negligible..........

Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by Lexusgs430: 9:36am On Oct 29, 2020

Rheminix:
Hi guys, I think Azimo is the best, speaking of the transfer charges rate and the moderate exchange rate in naira, that's my stance.

Azimo - 544.22.......

DT&T - 575.........

I rest my case....... cheesy

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Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by Lexusgs430: 9:38am On Oct 29, 2020

mayluv:
Good evening all, please how can I access the free NHS covid testing. I think a link was posted a while ago but I can't find it. Thanks in advance.

https://www.gov.uk/get-coronavirus-test

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Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by dustydee: 10:21am On Oct 29, 2020

Lexusgs430:
Azimo - 544.22.......

DT&T - 575.........

I rest my case.......

Transferboss 575.99 and no fees if sending over £100

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Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by erico2k2(m): 11:01am On Oct 29, 2020

Lexusgs430:
Here you go.....

is it £4 flat for all rate ie £1k?

Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by erico2k2(m): 11:02am On Oct 29, 2020

Lexusgs430:
https://www.gov.uk/get-coronavirus-test

can one travel with that to 9ja?

Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by erico2k2(m): 11:02am On Oct 29, 2020

Lexusgs430:
Azimo - 544.22.......

DT&T - 575.........

I rest my case.......

High street N590 grin

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Re: Living In The Uk/life As A UK Immigrant by Lexusgs430: 11:36am On Oct 29, 2020

Nah the pesin una go kill, una dey find, for this forex mata....... wink

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