Lexusgs430:


It doesn't remain dormant..... Your old pension provider would continually invest balance(you would only lose out on the ability to top up)..... You can't invest your £20K into anything, because you have no direct access to it)......😜

OR

Move your pension to another pension provider(subject to provider's term's)..........

Thanks, Boss.

Dear all, I kinda need your advice on a pension-ish.

I have 20k in my pension pot from my former job. Now, I have moved to a teacher's pension. How best can I utilise the money effectively or what can I invest it in? I don't want to just leave it dormant in that pot. It had stayed one year already @Lexusgs430.
Thanks in advance

dhummystecah:
Hi everyone,

Thank you so much to everyone who offered advice in December! Your help was invaluable in getting my Certificate of Sponsorship (COS) from my line manager in mid-January.

Moving forward, I have some questions about proof of English for my Skilled Worker Visa application as a software developer. While I've requested a letter of English proficiency from my university, I'm concerned about the turnaround time. Additionally, I haven't been able to find any upcoming IELTS UKVI test dates near me.

With that in mind, I have two questions:

1. Can I use the IELTS UKVI Academic test to meet the English language requirement for my Skilled Worker Visa application?
2. Are there any alternative English language tests accepted for Skilled Worker Visa applications that might have shorter waiting times for appointments?

Any insights or advice would be greatly appreciated!

You can use NARIC.

OmichaelO:
Guys, does anyone have experience with Egypt Air? it's the cheapest we've seen but the layover is too long.

is it advisable?

They are not too bad. They will house you in a hotel for free overnight.

They are not too bad.

Kunleop:
Hi

Pls is it possible to pay all the sum of £4k into LISA account or you have to pay it monthly.

Also pls can you advice how i can open the LISA account.

Thanks

Yes, it is very possible and you can open with MoneyBox app

Ogonsbaba:
Hi, I'm I still eligible for the bonus £1000 in my Lifetime ISA if I fund my account with £4000 on 1st April, 2024?

And is there any maximum number of years one can fund Lifetime ISA account and still be eligible for the bonus £1000 as I intend to fund £4000 each year for 5 years?

Yes, you will be eligible as the tax year ends on the 5th of April. Also, I think one can continue to fund their LISA until a person turns 50.

rinzylee:
I travelled with Egyptair to Nigeria.

A lot happened...I will write my story soon

Abeg, write it asap mbok. I'm about to book Egypt air in the next hour.

Do we have anyone working as a Lecturer here? I dey reason to transition into academia and leave the industry. So, I will love to connect with people in academia

mimilyrics:
Not necessarily. See attached screenshot

Just like Justwise stated, I think National Express partners with Reading RailAir, so that is why it's RailAir that will carry you from LHR to Reading. I have used it several times. If you click the icon beside the DIRECT ish, you will see that it is serviced solely by Reading RailAir.

justwise:

The person will still need to change at LHR onto a Reading RailAir. So, I still maintain that National Express does not get to Reading station. They may get to Meteo Park and ride though.

giselle237:
who said it doesn’t service Reading?? Where is your source?

Well, I am my source. I am based in Reading and National Express doesn't reach here. Look at the picture posted by Justwise, it has a change. The person will have to change from National Express to Reading RailAir at LHR. Moreover, I thought the person was coming directly from LHR.

Honeyspeak1:
Hello guys this thread has really being helpful so far . Pls I need help , coming in this coming week thru Turkish and heading to Reading but am hearing I have to book for cab ahead and is about £120 . Am trying to cut spending cost pls , any idea of how I can get a cab that I won’t spend up to £120 or any idea on how to navigate myself down to Reading conveniently . Pls help a New comer 🙏🙏🙏🙏

National Express doesn't service Reading. Take a train to Reading or take Reading RailAir. if you wish, you can link up with me for a guide and how to settle in quickly in Reading.

hayesconcept:
Leave it blank and fill in your BRP number on the identity attached document. Any post office. You can get a first-class royal mail stamp of 0.99. if money dey just buys the trackable stamp.

Is it safe to send it to the FAO Lee Jones address or to use the envelope that came with the form? I also welcome comments from those who recently sent their form. Thanks

Aafulenu:


Thank you for your response.

The address on the card is correct.

Yes the name is different as I am paying for a child.

What can I do? The child doesn't have a card.

I created a one-time Revolut card in the child's name and I was able to pay. You can use other platforms like Monzo or Starling too.

Aafulenu:
Hi Guys,

Has anyone been able to apply for Passport renewal in the last 7 days?.

I have been trying to Pay for my passport renewal, but when it takes me to the innovate page. I put in my card details, and I get the below error. I have tried different credit and debit cards, and I have also tried deleting the application and starting afresh. I get to the same point and get the same error.

I have searched online, especially nairaland and can't find someone who has experienced this.

It seems the name on the card you are using is different from the person you want to renew their passport. Or you are entering a wrong address coded on the card.

Lolli2pop:
Hi guys, please I am going for my nigerian passport renewal tomorrow. Are there any tips or guidance anyone would like to share please to make my visit hassle free??

Appointment time is 11am, do i have to wait for this exact time as well?

Disregard your appointment time, go early.
Also, try not to buy your postal order and return envelope at the HC. Buy at any post office.
Go alone as they might not allow any other person to enter with you.
Make sure your NIN details are the same as that of your expired passport. Take a book along to read.

Cheers!

hustla:
Good Morning everyone!

Please who has ever has to correct name error issues on their passport? Name was misspelled and was only just discovered now (just one letter)

How much did it cost, where was it done and how long did it take?

Will it cause issues if the owner goes ahead to use it for visa application?

I saw this link on immigration's website but you know how Nigeria is

https://passport.immigration.gov.ng/request

They won't attend to your application at the embassy. All you have got to do is to change it through NIN registration (There is an office few metres from our embassy). I think I paid £45 for the correction. It will take about two weeks to come out so you can factor this time into the time you want to go for your renewal appointment.

WhiteWolfe:


What if you're on a Skilled Worker Visa? Shey they won't say someone want to japa from the UK

I doubt they would say so. Who will have a steady job in the Uk and want to emigrate illegally to the US?

Just attach your employment letter, employer's reference letter bank statement, and last payslip. Also, explain well your motive for traveling, that you have a family you will leave behind in the Uk that you will be coming back to meet, the number of days you will stay in the States and you will be fine.

Mamatukwas:
I can’t describe the joy that comes with saving money on tickets! It’s one of the BEST things about owning an Amex card IMO. Transferred my points on Saturday and it applied today! In this economy it’s the best

If you want to join Amex on any product biko use my referral link https://americanexpress.com/en-gb/referral/uGONNCZurD?XL=MIMNS

We both get points! Xx

Do they go through hard checks before approving or rejecting application?

eniola1010:


Chai lol. Me self na awoof dey do me.

There is this last question i wanna ask brotherly.
My grandmum and my mum's sister (citizen of US) are in the US.
I'd love to pay them a visit during sch holiday here in the uk. What are the likelyhood that applying for visit visa to visited them in the US for lets say 3weeks will be granted?

My aunt is willing to write a letter
I will be staying with her and my granny
I can prove i will return to the uk since i've not completed my studies there and we are on holiday
I can throw a little emotion into the application that cus i've not seen my granny and aunt in over 10years that's why i wanna visit and they are willing to host me concerning accommodation and the likes


The issue now is this, i hear a lot of story that US deny uk international students who apply for visit visa into US. How true is this?

Do u think my case can be granted since i have a little it of tie here in the uk and a tie in us?

I applied for a US visit visa during my MSc study and it was granted within two minutes (I attended a conference though, so I related it to my research and study). Just go with the necessary documents, a letter from your university stating your current status, your relative, your BRP card, and your bank statement. A great tip is to apply through their Belfast office as they hardly deny it there. That's where all my friends did theirs and they approved it for us all. Also, try to make sure you have your appointment early in the morning and like the first or second they will attend to. Cheers!

AgentXxx:
Yes oo, so how do I connect with you, WhatsApp number in Signature

I have some pounds to sell.

Lexusgs430:


1 - Council properties are cheaper to rent (in comparison to private rents).........
2 - I am a lover of old builds, bricks cannot be compared to plasterboards ...........
3 - Never buy a council property, the little gains at the purchase point, would be lost at the tail end (buy a normal freehold property) .............

Thanks a bunch, @Lexusgs430.
Do you mind explaining further your third point on would be lost at the tail end.

Thanks.

Hello everyone, Happy Sunday.

Please all, kindy advise a friend on these issues.

1. Does it make sense to collect a council house given to one by the council? PS: Housing rent is paid/covered by UC.
2. Does it make sense to rent a new or old build council house? PS: New build is in Council tax band E
3. Is it a good decision to buy a council house or rather buy a normal house?

Thanks

Estroller:


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I have received it. Thanks, mate!

wallg123:
man and van for Scotland, Wales, N.Ireland or England? Pick your choice

Around Reading.

Anyone that can help with contacts of man and van for house moving. Thanks

rashy1234:


Yeah, sure! Have you started or you just want to start ?

Just about to start.

rashy1234:
I'm on Day3 of #100DaysofCodeChallenge. I'm going deep into Python for Machine learning, AI etc.

I'm currently using this book, 'Python Crash Course' by Erric Matthes.

Can we do it together?

SOSPITAS:
To learn data science with real life applicable projects, I recommend edwisor.com. kaggle is another excellent platform to learn and test your mettle. But please, be realistic with your expectations, your cannot expect to Learn R, Python and SQl all in one month. Give your self time to master the syntax of each language.
Anyone interested R can reach out to me for learning materials.

Hi bro, I am interested in R materials. Thanks

gk1990:

When did you submit?

March 24th Online.