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Anbandaras:
Good morning house
Is it okay to print my prof of funds from 20th Aug to 17 of September

If you have a friend or family in the UK that can help you pay, its better to buy pounds at the black market rate and send to them to help you pay... You will find this cheaper than buying the dollar equivalent at the same black market rate

ndidibabe:
Please can anyone tell me the cheapest method to pay for IHS and Visa. Dollar exchange in the black market is crazy..

Wait, no walk-in at Abuja again?

Kenny4smart:
Keep checking, nearer dates are opening up, you will get.

Please, before you go to your bank and request for Form A, be sure about the time it'll take them to make the transfer... Some banks will make you wait till you quench... So, kindly make enquiries on this note... And I'd suggest that you use UBA or Titan bank, as those are the only 2 that takes less than 72 hours to reflect (from people's experiences here so far)


Cheers.

Rabato:
Thank you

Oh wow
Any idea the reduced amount?
And is it only for dependants or it includes main applicants

Goke7:
paid 672 dollars too, there is a reduction, and an agent confirmed it

That'd be great chief, I'd be expecting your feedback. Thanks

fificole:
My cousin did use form A from UBA (whenever they had funds) but he said this application for September rent was rejected. The bank said it was an updated policy because many were round tripping funds through landlords/letting agents.

I have searched online for CBN or any banks report on this claim but nothing.......

Will call the banks I intend using then give a feedback.

It's a big challenge, as black market rates are forever increasing

leggyb:
I am having similar problems. I paid for my tuition balance at Gtbank kaduna. The bank rejected payment for accommodation. I wrote headquarters, they said it would work provided i am paying both alongside or have evidence of tuition payment previously. Lagos branch Ikeja rejected, Abuja branch rejected, Edo branch (one of them) rejected.

This may mean that a limitation has been placed. Black market my last option.

Hi,

I heard that not all banks will give an individual FORM A to make any payments other than Tuition fees..
Please, how true is this?, and what banks wil allow one use FORM A to make other payments?

fificole:
Remember you can use can still use FORM A for transfers/payments from your Nigerian account while in the UK. Those being sponsored by family do not necessarily need to buy FX from the black market to send to you.

This is not marketing banks, but a cheaper alternative.

- Tuition fee balances (or installments as the case may be) : Paid directly to the school
a. Same documents used for tuition deposits

- Accommodation/maintenance : Paid directly to school/landlord/agent or your account
a. Form A
b. Admission letter
c. Accommodation bill for the month/quarter

I advise you get to know your account officer (a knowledgeable one) or the Operations head in the branch
- Complete an email indemnity
- Request for a few forms (if they allow it)
- Get your internet banking setup and request a transaction token

This also works well for spouses that still have businesses running in Nigeria and get funding in naira.

Simply a suggestion.

Lol, you're here... I had to look for and quote your old post

Babababy:
https://www.gov.uk/contact-ukvi-inside-outside-uk

Nextlevel21:
@justwise and others please for heaven sake how do I send a paid email or call?? Its urgent help me out.

That's the link below...
I spent almost 30 minutes searching for it for you.

Cheers

Babababy:
https://www.gov.uk/contact-ukvi-inside-outside-uk/y/outside-the-uk/something-else/english

It means your should take one crate of beer along and share for everyone you meet on your way there ... Congratulations

Edward1234:
I just got a mail from TLs that my document is ready for collection o ! Please what does this mean because I didn’t get any mail from ukvi or any call. I did biometrics August 9 and the mail just dropped.

Chairman.... I sent you a PM. Kindly respond... Thank you

fetomowo:
You should have taken this to the General visa thread. This is a visit visa application. The VO only works with your proven income, you should have attached a letter of explanation stating the sources of the other money outside your salary and including supporting docs to that effect.

You can't use 5 months salary to go for 2 weeks holiday. It may indicate you are not likely to come back. After returning, what will you now use to pay your rent? It's very logical not 'this people are funny' as you alleged.

Poor financial analysis on cash flow is the reason most visit visa gets denied.
You need to be adviced properly for your next application.

Hi chief,

If one is attaching a recommendation letter for the purpose of visa application, does it have to be letter headed?
Or just recommendations from former employers is okay, whether its with company letterhead or not?

fificole:
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It could actually even take more than 6 hours, don't forget you're in Nigeria... It'll amaze you to know that while you do the X-RAY in Nigeria, the test is actually done outside Nigeria( I think the chest X-rays are sent to radiologists in Kenya and Philippines, who would now examine the graphs and send back the results)... Prepare to spend the entire day there, that way, you would be more relaxed...

Tynnah:
Pls how is the experience like in IOM Abuja and does it really take 6hrs to get tested and receive certificate?

Am trying to plan around Tuesday especially being absent from work partially.

Please I need some that has experienced the center to help out.

Thanks

You'd be amazed at the things you will find if you surf the Internet... Just Google to find out about living in Sunderland as an individual, and living in Sunderland as a student, search for job opportunities/availability in Sunderland... Just Google everything, and look for people who are going there too or those who are already there, you'd find answers

joideviv:
University of Sunderland is saying I pay 50% of tuition before enrolment, school fees cheep but I just don't know how viable Sunderland is in terms of Job and accomodation

You really dey Para... My guy say na TEF silver for that matter...

But their school fees is cheap oh... Just checked them out...

tajmal:
A swear! Dem no serious for that school. TEF Silver for that matter

Big Congratulations to you...
For your Visa application, Did you upload any documents outside those stated in your CAS?

cheerous:
��������� Lord I thank you!!!

3UK Refusals

2 US Refusals

All declared.

SA, Dubai and Saudi Arabia Visit declared.

I was so scared of some of my details

Age: 45

Study gap: 19years

Just realize all these do not matter.

Walk in

Priority

Biometrics: 29th July

Decision: 3rd of August

Collection Mail: 9th of August

No interview

God will answer everyone.

. Thank you.

Will you ever allow somebody, anybody at all, to tell you what to do with your money?
Like the money you worked for?
Your hard earned money?

As much as we have our moral standards, nobody is obligated to help anyone except parents helping their kids and government helping it's people... Anything outside this, is pure kindness and is commendable...

If you get that kind money, nobody know wetin you go like use am do... So abeg, allow them enjoy their selves

WibusJaga:
$50,000.00
This is morally wrong; there are human beings around who need serious financial help.

Hi Chief

Thanks a lot... This is very informative...

I'd like to know; for a prospective student who is an entrepreneur, and who already has a conditional offer and has accepted this offer,

How would you advise such a student to go about his/her visa application, in a bid for him/her to avoid a visa interview? In accordance with the guidelines you stated on how you went about your visa application?...

fificole:
Hi,

Typically, if you are an unregistered business owner, you are operating in the INFORMAL segment (business area). You should search for programs under entrepreneurship. That will be more relatable.

- It may help to add a compact business proposal/idea (A brief) and possibly how you intend funding it when you return.
- If you use an app for your sales over the years, you may attach a screenshot.

Note this does not take away the need to meet the student visa criteria - CAS, POF and SELT.

With google, type your enquiry as you would say it, weird but it works. See one I did below from your enquiry.

best uk master's degree for business owners

One of the links: https://www.mastersportal.com/study-options/268927062/entrepreneurship-united-kingdom.html

Another link gives better insights: https://www.topuniversities.com/student-info/careers-advice/do-you-need-masters-degree-become-entrepreneur,

These are just suggestions. I am no authority on this topic. Just sharing what I would have done if I was in that bucket.

I swear this is the ultimate...

If it was possible that any question a prospective student is asked, the student could just say, "I know why you're asking me this question Sir, don't worry I'm coming back home"

Dumebi213:
Whatever it is, she should sha relate her answer to coming back to Nigeria

What's your take on the boldened wise one?

Proppie:
This is a very important question... Especially when one has been into business during one's entire study gap... What will one do in this case?..
Who would write a reference for one in this category?
How would one detail one's CV in this case?
Majority of SME owners in Nigeria are surprisingly not even registered with CAC...

It's going to be really tricky for business persons

fificole:
Hi,

Think you should stick with documents already submitted. As much as I do not think the school sends any admission documents, just the CAS, its best to err on the side of caution (and truth)

Thanks for the kind words. Great week ahead.

This is a very important question... Especially when one has been into business during one's entire study gap... What will one do in this case?..
Who would write a reference for one in this category?
How would one detail one's CV in this case?
Majority of SME owners in Nigeria are surprisingly not even registered with CAC...

It's going to be really tricky for business persons

Melahou:
What if one does not intend to work but rather wishes to set up his or her own company or start a business after the program?

Whenever you say things, I take a pen and jot down... I'm glad you're here, honestly...

Please, do you think it is OK if the CV you're attaching is slightly edited, with little additions and subtractions, compared to the one you submitted to the school for conditional offer?...
Also, Will the school be sending the documents you used to support your application for admission to UKVi?

fificole:
I still think its how one presents their application really and the ECO reviewing the application (key factor).

I have a 21 year formal study gap; my visa was issued 2nd day after biometrics, no interview. I made a 360 from my 21 year career too, returning to my BSC field.

A study gap is not necessarily idle years, but one is not 28 or 30 either.
- Detach the mentality of 'its a point based system' - Do more (useful more)
- Attach a detailed CV
- Make a short explanation under additional information
- I attached a letter of recommendation from the body I have volunteered with over the years (my program is in health and social care)

My friend was interviewed because it was his second Masters program (first one was in Nigeria). Another colleague was asked the address of her university and address of her main site of study?? She told the interviewer she did not memorize both addresses but had it printed out and would map her journey a least a week before arrival. She is done with her program now.

There is nothing to an interview, just confidence, data and google.

Go back to your SOP like someone stated earlier today. There are numerous resources on youtube on how to beat these questions. The trick is, from the moment you receive your CAS, start preparing for a UKVI interview.

The requester will be fine.

Letter to who please?

konye:
I had my Bsc in 2005 and got my visa last week . I have been working and my Msc is linked to the work experience I have, I wrote a letter telling them why I could not attend any Nigerian Uni, how the course was necessary for my career growth and why I picked that Uni

It will end in praise

Tolvin:
Update - I just finished making a paid call to UKVI and the agent I spoke to collected my visa application and contact details. She was really surprised as she said she had not witnessed this before.
She said that she saw that a decision was made on the 2nd of August but she is unable to view the decision as it's 'private'. She told me that I should expect a feedback within the next 15 working days (ideally, she said it should come before then). I believe that it will end in praise!!!

Thanks

Blanchefleur:
⚠️TB CERTIFICATE: IMPORTANT INFORMATION ����

If you are certain that you will be leaving this September, try and book for TB Certificate now. It is issued by the International Office of Migration in Lagos or Abuja. You will need an Xray at the office on your appointment day (and possibly a sputum culture - someone mentioned they asked for this. I didn't do this).

I want to share with you a trick to get an early date in June/July for your TB Certificate. While booking online, in the online form, choose Canada or New Zealand. There is less rush to Canada and dates are more available. Once you get to your appointment, you are given a fresh form to fill. Ensure you fill for UK. �� A member of this group did this successfully and got his TB Certificate today! �

⚠️Ensure you pay the full amount for UK �� which is N57,800 and fill for UK �� your appointment day. The online form gets you an appointment and let's you in the gate.

Good luck as you prepare. �

#copied from a group I belong to.

Ashirioluwa:
Don’t misquote me man because I never said he won’t get it. All he needs to do is to look for how he can get the Visa.

I guess the mom is living in UK legally? He can apply for visitor visa to visit his mom in UK. His mom should send him IV letter. Let him support his application with his business and financial documents.

Majority of people on this forum don’t have any relatives in UK but they still able to get visas to visit UK. Your friend doesn’t really need his mom before he can visit UK.

My bad chief...
Is mum is in the UK legally
I'll let him know about your advice...
Is there any financial requirements or other things that he should meet that'd make him more likely to get a visa?
Thanks chair

Ashirioluwa:
A 27 years old is grown up man. He should be able to apply for visa with or without his mom. Is the guy working?
He can apply for visitor visa either to visit his mom or as a tourist. All he needs is right document to back his
application

He runs his own small scale business
That's all... I don't think he'd have any chance at all from the way you sound... Too bad