OlowoB:


according to the poster @thababe she claimed it was possible to actually use Form A to pay for private accommodation provided you have an account officer that is understanding. She suggested the idea due to the increasing forex so as to save cost for students.

The advantages are (1) You can pay using form A for about 6 months provided your bank is wiling to help out (thababe did it according to her) (2) Official CBN rate (3) since you are paying for private accommodation, you are not really bound to any contract like school accommodation

The downside (i) You need some one you really trust in UK to check the room for you (2) It is a dangerous means cos you could be swindled.


I have always suggested for students to make sure they see rooms physically before paying (except school accommodation) any cash for private rooms (means they have to get to Uk first before paying), but because of this fluctuating forex, students should try and look for the best way to minimise cost. Hence, they can try out thababe's option.

yep Olowo B exactly what I mean..I paid for the first 6 months in sept (through GTb form A) and when it was about to expire I approached GT and they said they could not do it..but my other acct officer in fidelity said she would do it so I paid the rest via form A. Like you said it is RISKY but thankfully I had someone here who helped me inspect before I paid. I looked for ads on sites like rightmove and when I saw anything interesting I would ask my friend to see it physically to be sure it was like the pictures. I also paid directly to the pty agent. When I used form A for the second round of rent I did it from the UK (you can fill the forms and send to your account officer once you are sure of the details)...so there is also that option so you do not take the risk of paying for a place you have not seen. Just talk to your account officer and see if they are willing to assist...evey naira saved counts. All the best

Just came to peep at this thread as it helped me alot when I was planning to come to the UK. Now im almost done with my studies and on my way home in about a month. The exchange rate has not been helpful but one of the best things I did was paying my rent (private accomo) 6 months ahead using form A. If you have a helpful account officer then whether private or school owned your accomodation while you are in school falls under form A. My gtb people refused to help so I transfered my funds to Fidelity and they did it for me.

My case is unique as I am here with young children but once you are steadfast God will make a way. It took me a while to get a job as I was being picky (beacuse of child care I wanted a job I could do from home)...eventually I got one through the university that allows me work from my laptop...(an IT company so alot of things they do are done remotely). I have been very fortunate as I found someone through a friend who helped me househunt before I came to Exeter and I paid before I even got here...fortunate cus UI dont adbvise people to pay for what they have not seen but I thank God the person who helped was very picky and I got a lovely place.

I live in a very white town but its been cool so far and no regrets. All the best for those making plans

Like Home of me mentioned planting is one way forward . I have attached a pic of tomatoes I grew in my compound last year, I am planting more now. Also try Ofe Akwu, Gravy and other alternatives to stew . There's a simple recipe for Ofe Akwu on this site as well http://www.chiomah.net/2016/05/my-palmnut-stew-recipe-ofe-akwu.html?m=1

Alot of stutterers/stammerers are evry calm and cool. Its a myth that we all have a temper.. read some very useful tips on this on BellaNaija
https://www.bellanaija.com/2016/05/chiomah-momah-let-your-voice-be-heard-5-tips-to-help-you-deal-with-stuttering/

You probably went through something that affected your confidence. I read two very helpful articles on this subject matter.
https://www.bellanaija.com/2016/05/chiomah-momah-let-your-voice-be-heard-5-tips-to-help-you-deal-with-stuttering/

http://www.chiomah.net/2016/05/feel-fear-and-go-ahead.html


The first one especially had some good tips. all the best

I think the poster put this here as there are other wives who may be jostling to be recognised as first lady. I agree no need to bring such a campaign here as the first wife then she is the first lady already. only in naija!

Just seeing this.. You have to apply with their dad ( unless you are not together) there is also a certain amount of money you need to have in your account for them all ( as dependants) before you apply. All the info on visa is on one thread called UK students visa and procedures ( or something like that). All the best and if you have any other questions don't hesitate to contact me.

[quote author=onyiijb post=29075666]@redcliff,thanks for ur advice [/quote

Hello? Curious if you still went ahead to study.

I don't know if I am overstepping my boundaries here but I wrote an article for my school's blog and I wanted to share. It contains tips on how to get a scholarship. @justwise if i am out of line, please let me know....

Happy reading and please comment on the blog and share with others...
[url]Https://blogs.nottingham.ac.uk/internationalstudentlife/2015/10/08/a-scholarship-winner-
shares-her-tips-for-making-a-successful-application/[/url]

Happy Sunday...[/quote]
Nice! I blog for my school as wel and will definitely be reading this. If anyone needs tips on coping with young children while studying feel free to ask me. It's been quite an adventure and what helped me was my insistence on coming to the UK a couple of weeks before classes started . It really helped me sort out my child care issues and all solidly before hand. Try and do as much as you can before you get to the UK.there are very Few Africans where I am but everyone is super friendly and helpful. So glad I decided to come to Exeter. All the best everyone. Petite diva I will send you a message.

Bidosko don't allow anyone make u loose focus.. All the best.. I carried a lot of food as well and the customs peeps were nice but removed my frozen Palm oil... Really the palm oil here is not bad so I don't think anyone should bother bringing in such
All the best everyone

Hello,

I got into the UK on Monday n just thought I should let u all know how my entry went. The guy asked for my CAS n my TB screening stuff n once he saw that he was cool. I took a national express bus straight to Exeter where my school is n called a can to my apartment... Cus I'm here with children I got a two bedroom flat n it's quite nice: . I went to my school th day after I got in and did my clearance n all. Looking forward to starting my classes. All the best everyone.

[quote author=aylagos post=37659394]I hope to study in uk, and I knw God will make it happen one day. Even at 30 now have loose hope I know it will happen. I love uk just for study. @justwise kudos to you and continue the good work I also hope to see u one day.[/quote

Dont loose hope.. i planned to go to the UK at 24 for my Masters....wasnt able to for so many good reasons but to the Glory of God im going at 37 n for me the timing is perfe.I will probably be a mama in my class but cant be bothered. GOds timing is the best..just focus on builidng ur career or whatever ur doing till the right opportunity comes.

[quote author=aylagos post=37659394]I hope to study in uk, and I knw God will make it happen one day. Even at 30 now have loose hope I know it will happen. I love uk just for study. @justwise kudos to you and continue the good work I also hope to see u one day.[/quote

Dont loose hope.. i planned to go to the UK at 24 for my Masters....wasnt able to for so many good reasons but to the Glory of God im going at 37 n for me the timing is perfect.. I will probably be a mama in my class but cant be bothered. GOds timing is the best..just focus on builidng ur career or whatever ur doing till the right opportunity comes.

chenn:
Hello House!
Has any one open an account with access bank and got a PTA from them?
Because the staff, I met there is saying I have to run the account for 3 months before getting a PTA?

And my flight is next week! I just want this PTA fund to subsidize my expenses

Thats the rule with most banks...u must run an acct for 3 months before asking for PTA.. dont u have an acct with any othet bank that does PTA? if u have a dormant acct witg any other bank that does PTA u can reactivate.

rotimilax:

I'm going as a student. What airline does that? I tried but they were no flights that gave a return ticket for that long time.

airlines will do one year return tickets...however they usuallt cant book for more than 9 months ahead so book the furthest date they offer and when its close to that date n u have a better idea of when ur wish to return u can then change it..make sure u change it before the return date or u will have to buy another ticket.

pet01:
Hello house, pls has anyone here paid his/her tuition fee using master card online payment method and is there any charges against using the card from either ur bank or master card company? Answer pleaseemaster

I paid my deposit using my card, i believe there was a charge from my bank but notging crazy..but used form A for the bulk of the tuition.

b33mbor:
Hi, I need help urgently. My dad doesn't have a personal account and were about to use company account. I knw dats not allowed but he requested the bank to write a letter to the British embassy stating that he is the only signatory to the account. I wuld like to know if this allowed cos this is my only option course starts 21st September. Wld love ur replies as soon as possible

Maybe you should contact them for clarification...i doubt it though...cus my friend was just denied cus she used her dads company account.

Well let me not put it solely on ur acct office cus CBN has made the procedure a bit more stressful.

TinukeOlu:
Please what is the best way to pay the deposit or tuition? I have applied for Form A with GTB since last Thursday, but they have not paid it up till now. Please which other way can payment be made quicker. Is Zenith making payment faster.

Hmm infact i think its just a matter of how effective your account officer is. Mine took exactly two weeks. When they were wasting time i went to reactivate my Fidelity account and they were ready to do it but said it would take between 1 to 2 weeks cus they need to bid for forex. I had to speak to a few people n pray. So if you want to pay deposit to get your cas its better u find someone in the UK to assist or use one of these bureau de changes ..they will pay the school same day. You can use the Forn A for the rest of your tuition.

bidosko:
lols I mean was told 2400 pound @ firstbank

Gt is giving 2500 pounds so i guess since CBN is silent on pound banks are giving diff amounts in other currencys.

Mubarak39:


Yeah you are right, but don't you think that i still need to pay the remaining tuition fee before I'll be issued with a Visa

Mubarak39 Usqoh understands ur scenario just do as he has advised and get a new CAS

@tinukeOlu.. yep i agree with others the probably wont accept that. You could try sending them an email before you apply

ZainabOO:
Hello, I just need to ask about the PTA. Is it really compulsory? All I have being doing is informing my bank so they can activate my card for international transfer. It's also easy opening a UK bank account. All you need to do is go to the bank with a letter from you school, a letter of occupancy and your passport. It's very simple.
Note: Be specific about the kind of account you want to open.

Nope its not compulsory at all! ..its just for people like me who are trying to save some money here and there. Ive had an account in the UK for about 20 years now and I think most people who have admission would have been informed by theor respective schools on the ease of opening bank accounts in the UK.

ebakwest:


From my experience I can tell you that GTB aren't telling you the solely truth. I have been trying to pay my tuition for the past 3 weeks via form A too in access bank but the manager keep telling me there is scarcity of international currency to bid. After persistent calling, telling them I'll take the money back and opt for online transfer from another bank and a lot of prayers they did it yesterday.
I'll advise you keep disturbing them every hour so they know it's no joke.

You are right! I disturbed my Gtbank people yesterday and this eveving and i prayed about it and found that they have done my transfers via form A . Yipee! Its annoying that u have to get cross for stuff to be done but im glad they came thru ...cus the black market exchange rate aint funny. So pls if your bank is being reluctant about making your paymenta via form A pls pray and insist if they value your business they will do it.

bidosko:
I did mine with firstbank but for the PTA, I was told I will be called when it's ready as they are waiting for further directives from cbn. Gtb and even uba always gives excuses. Upon that, Uba told me to write a letter of notification that I will be using mine mastercard outside the country. Dear, for the accomodation whose acct are they paying into?

Yep GTB is mising forex ive just left them...wish i had firstbank acct would have used them...tbh they r the most serious bank when it comes to procedures.years ago when i tried to xlose my late mums accts it was only firstbank that knew what they wrte doing..the othet banks were all so terrible esp UBA... I am paying to the Landlord...n yes its covered by Form A as long as u have proof that your a student.

Dafemnent...i also made mistakes on mine..what i did was write a letter explaining my mistakes signed it and put among my supporting docs. One of the mistakes was putting a diff hotel address from the one i actually booked.. another one was wrong date of birth of one of my children ( dont judge me i was tired) . And since we all gpt our visa I guess they were fine with my letter.

Kai Gtbank is something else! Ive been trying to get my tuition and accomodation paid via Form A and they are just so disorganised. First they said accomodation could only be to the school ( i argued this out and they agreed to do it) ..next they said i should change something and then today ( after 10 working days) they said the admission letter i gave them was unacceptable ( email) and they need one on a letter head ( why didnt they just say so from the beginning). Also after going to look for form A myslef ( i had to go to CBN) they refused to give me PTA cus my visa had a 30 day validity. In anger i went to reactivate my fidelity acct and they said they will do the accomodation without any storys and give me my pta as well once i bring the letter showing my visas validity.. they also said that a one way ticket is fine. Gtbank should get their act together

Just go and check , its probably there.

tinuosadeyi:
im worried if i might be refused. I have bin to the uk twice on visit and went to yankee for a course. i'm worried i might not get the visa

I doubt if you will have any problem...its not a job interview and like everyine has said its just to be sure your genuine. If u have the right funds as per their recommendations your good to go. The fact that you got a good school also helps.

justwise:


That may cause you a lot of trouble and some airlines will charge you for correction

Nope i NEVER use my middle name on my tickets.Miele you have no problem.

Petitediva14:


Really? You must be vaccinated two weeks before you enter. Well I am sorry I won't do that. I have been vaccinated about four years ago and it lasts for 10 years if I still remember my immunization studies. I am not about to overload myself with unnecessary vaccines after taking csm, hep b, t.t and yellow fever vaccines.

I hope that advice works in most states.

Pls who knows more about this "compulsory" csm shot... Need to know if its really mandatory as i have never heard about it.

Justwise,

many thanks