Hello guys...pls am new on this trend. I have ben following up the U.S visa process but i think am fed up....rate of denial is much. Please how is u.k visa process? Is it good n easy to get

Veacon:
Good evening all
Gurus in the house, please I need your advice on this issue. I intend to apply for settlement visa to join my fiancé in November and we intend to have our registry marriage in October.
However, my fiance has dual citizenship; British and Nigerian, We intended he went through the registry marriage as a British citizen but we're being asked for security clearance from the DSS or a fee of N100,000 to wave that requirement.

1. My question is, would my fiance going through the registry marriage as a Nigerian hamper my settlement visa application?
2. Having the marriage in October and applying for the visa in November won't pose any issues for us in the visa application, would it?

Thanks

If you are getting married in a local registry, I don't think they'd ask you for your fiance nationality (as long as your fiance is Nigerian by blood - And does not physically look white).

Just apply to get married in a local registry. You will get a marriage certificate. That is all the UK govt want to proof you are married.ANd yes, you can get married in october and apply for a visa in November.

I know this because I have been though this. But that was 8 years ago, not sure if the process has changed though. Just my 2 cent.

edmasta01:
So my mums visa application to come and visit me and my family for a one month visit to see her grandson (5 month old) on holiday was refused.

Attached is the refusal letter.

She is not a first timer. She has visited us in the UK before back in 2011 to attend our marriage blessing (wedding) and she only spent two weeks which was what she quoted on her application form at the time.

Here are the documents that I submitted:

1. Invitation letter
2. My British passport
3. 6 month pay slip from work
4. My Son's birth certificate
5. My current account statement (with balance of less than £100)
6. My Savings account statement (with balance of a little over £7,000 pounds)
7. My wife account (where all our household expenses are debited from)

8. My mortgage statement (to prove my residence)

9. 11 months worldremit money transfer receipts (I send N50,000 each to my dad and mum every month for their upkeep.
I also include a money transfer receipt from february this year showing that I sent home money to pay their rent at the flat that they live in).


My mum submitted the following documents

1. Her bank statement (that reflect the monthly 50k money transfer I do through the agent into her account every month)

2. My dads bank statement (that shows that I send the same amount to my dad too)

3. A letter from my dad stating that he is giving permission for my mum to visit us in the UK for one month

4. A copy of my dads passport showing that they bear the same last name (they don't have a marriage cert. They married under traditional marriage)

5.

In the invitation letter, I stated that I will be funding her trip from Lagos to Nigeria to heathrow and to my house and back to Nigeria at the end of the trip using the money saved in my savings account (i quoted the account number).

I also said that my parents are dependent on me and I send them regular stipends (with the money transfer proof and their bank statement to show it) as they are older (dad is in his 70''s) and do not have any form of income like pension.

I also mentioned that she will be staying the entire trip at our residence. And i mentioned that I have earmarked the sum of £3,500 out of the funds available in my in my HSBC savings account for her trip.

I gave a detailed budget below:

Flight Ticket and Airport Transfer £1,000
Grocery/Food shopping £600 (for four weeks)
Visit to attractions £500
Stipends (for her to spend) £750
Travel Insurance £150
Miscellaneous £500

Can you good people in the house help me look over this and suggest what I can do to resolve the issues that the ECO raised. Thanks.

Hello ekpotek, EndlessGrace, churockng, justwise, blza and everyone else that contributed to my post above. I want to sincerely thank you all for all your advice/suggestions.

My Mum was FINALLY granted a 6 months Visa by following all your suggestions as a result of my post above.

Here's what I did (for the benefit of others who might have this same issue):

1. She wrote a cover letter stating that she has travelled before, and never defaulted on her travel history. She also stated that she is a home maker and even though she stated that she was unemployed, it's because she does not collect an official salary with pay slip.

2. I sent her £1,100 towards the cost of flight (flights in august were expensive when we reapplied, so I sent enough) through worldremit and included the receipt in the application.

3. I transferred some £3,000 from my savings account into my current account and wrote in my letter of invitation to that effect. I also collected a letter from my UK bank to show that the funds in my savings and current account are available to me to spend.

4. I included a flight itinerary to show the cost of flight and that the amount transferred will cover it.

And with lots of prayers (i know...sometimes, it takes that) voila!

Thank you everyone!!!!

Flaame:
Hello guys...pls am new on this trend. I have ben following up the U.S visa process but i think am fed up....rate of denial is much. Please how is u.k visa process? Is it good n easy to get

You've been denied, right? That one is even better because you will see your VO face to face. However, with the UK processing, you only submit your application. If you qualify, you get. If you don't, you won't. Meanwhie, you will still need to say the truth that you were denied US visa before.

Good luck!

edmasta01:


Hello ekpotek, EndlessGrace, churockng, justwise, blza and everyone else that contributed to my post above. I want to sincerely thank you all for all your advice/suggestions.

My Mum was FINALLY granted a 6 months Visa by following all your suggestions as a result of my post above.

Here's what I did (for the benefit of others who might have this same issue):

1. She wrote a cover letter stating that she has travelled before, and never defaulted on her travel history. She also stated that she is a home maker and even though she stated that she was unemployed, it's because she does not collect an official salary with pay slip.

2. I sent her £1,100 towards the cost of flight (flights in august were expensive when we reapplied, so I sent enough) through worldremit and included the receipt in the application.

3. I transferred some £3,000 from my savings account into my current account and wrote in my letter of invitation to that effect. I also collected a letter from my UK bank to show that the funds in my savings and current account are available to me to spend.

4. I included a flight itinerary to show the cost of flight and that the amount transferred will cover it.

And with lots of prayers (i know...sometimes, it takes that) voila!

Thank you everyone!!!!

Congratulations. I happy to hear that your mum got the visa.

folmus:


You've been denied, right? That one is even better because you will see your VO face to face. However, with the UK processing, you only submit your application. If you qualify, you get. If you don't, you won't. Meanwhie, you will still need to say the truth that you were denied US visa before.

Good luck!

Provided u know what u wrote there. How much is the total visa fee?

edmasta01:


If you are getting married in a local registry, I don't think they'd ask you for your fiance nationality (as long as your fiance is Nigerian by blood - And does not physically look white).

Just apply to get married in a local registry. You will get a marriage certificate. That is all the UK govt want to proof you are married.ANd yes, you can get married in october and apply for a visa in November.

I know this because I have been though this. But that was 8 years ago, not sure if the process has changed though. Just my 2 cent.

Thank you so much for your advice, and No, he doesn't physically look white...lol.

edmasta01:


If you are getting married in a local registry, I don't think they'd ask you for your fiance nationality (as long as your fiance is Nigerian by blood - And does not physically look white).

Just apply to get married in a local registry. You will get a marriage certificate. That is all the UK govt want to proof you are married.ANd yes, you can get married in october and apply for a visa in November.

I know this because I have been though this. But that was 8 years ago, not sure if the process has changed though. Just my 2 cent.

Your 2 cent is very informative and helpful, thank you so much, I appreciate it.
And No, he's doesn't look physically white...lol

stefanimay:
Pls justwise Nd other gurus in the house...I need an answer:

1. For someone that was rejected visa as at 2008 buh has no copy of the rejection letter,what can the person do to get the copy of the rejection letter...

Nigerians and over Sabi. What do you need a 2008 rejection letter for?

Good day all.. I just joined.. I would like to know the requirements for getting a UK visa... D necessary steps dat r to be taken.. The processing time for uk visa..

Thanks

ekpotek:


Congratulations. I happy to hear that your mum got the visa.

I have an issue that borders me... I intend applying for a tourist visa any time soon but I discover that my marriage certificate shows my date of birth as 1981 instead of 1985. hope it will not affect my chances.
though my age declaration is 1985 same as my passport

galazito:

I have an issue that borders me... I intend applying for a tourist visa any time soon but I discover that my marriage certificate shows my date of birth as 1981 instead of 1985. hope it will not affect my chances.
though my age declaration is 1985 same as my passport

Hmmmm....it will surely deny you a visa if you do not correct it now. It denied my friend a visa this month. Correct it now!

jennyhumphrey:
Family visa, I already have a visa, applied for my son

Hello, do you have any updates about your situation, I also applied for my daughter on the same 27th. Same problem. I've contacted UKVI by phone and email. They said a decision was made 2 Fridays ago and I should have received the passport long ago. They've escalated to Home office. They say I'll get a response in 10 working days. Just waiting

No update yet, was discouraged from contacting them because everyone that have contacted them so far are still waiting so I guess it is another money making venture for them

oviedike:


Hello, do you have any updates about your situation, I also applied for my daughter on the same 27th. Same problem. I've contacted UKVI by phone and email. They said a decision was made 2 Fridays ago and I should have received the passport long ago. They've escalated to Home office. They say I'll get a response in 10 working days. Just waiting

Good Afternoon House,


Would it be possible if someone could shed more light on how i can effectively show financial/economic/family ties for my mother in law as i am planning to apply for a 6 month UK visit visa for her?

Background information about her
- No travel history
- Full time house wife - "depends on her husband"
- Presently no huge saving in her account. "less than 100k"

- I will be taking full responsibilities of her expenses e.g accommodation, flight, feeding.
- Would it be advisable to send some money to her account for like 6 months so she can show this or my account only would be sufficient?
- What other documents can help to show ties?

Thanks

Hello guys

Trust your day is going on well

Who knows why there is so much delay in UK visa processing these days , I did my biometrics on the 6th of August , my 15 working days will be completed tomorrow 27th of August. When i tracked my application on TLS , decision still haven't been made .

Is there anyone is the same shoes with me......i keep seeing lots of cheap ticket these days and am meant to travel on the 2nd of Sept.

Please how do i know the status of my application?

funlad26:
Hello guys

Trust your day is going on well

Who knows why there is so much delay in UK visa processing these days , I did my biometrics on the 6th of August , my 15 working days will be completed tomorrow 27th of August. When i tracked my application on TLS , decision still haven't been made .
Is there anyone is the same shoes with me......i keep seeing lots of cheap ticket these days and am meant to travel on the 2nd of Sept.

Please how do i know the status of my application?

Even those of 27th of july haven’t received theirs talkless of 7th of August

solaiphones:


Even those of 27th of july haven’t received theirs talkless of 7th of August

oga and I received mail for pickup on a normal day 15 working days but it didn't favor me

Pls I want to reapply and I need format on how to write cover letter abt my personal and economic circumstances

Flaame:
Hmmmm....it will surely deny you a visa if you do not correct it now. It denied my friend a visa this month. Correct it now!

please do you have idea how I will go about correcting it... or I should go to court and declare it as a mistake what do you think?

I tell you, mine is even 24th of July oooo

solaiphones:


Even those of 27th of july haven’t received theirs talkless of 7th of August

fumat:
Good Afternoon House,


Would it be possible if someone could shed more light on how i can effectively show financial/economic/family ties for my mother in law as i am planning to apply for a 6 month UK visit visa for her?

Background information about her
- No travel history
- Full time house wife - "depends on her husband"
- Presently no huge saving in her account. "less than 100k"

- I will be taking full responsibilities of her expenses e.g accommodation, flight, feeding.
- Would it be advisable to send some money to her account for like 6 months so she can show this or my account only would be sufficient?
- What other documents can help to show ties?

Thanks

I am not an expert, but from my own little experience of applying on behalf of my mum, the following documents will support/help:

1. Her marriage certificate (if she and your FIL have one)

2. A letter of authorization (written by your FIL giving permission for his wife to visit the UK)

3. Your FIL passport photo page attached to the letter above + his bank statement (if he sends money to your MIL account regularly).

4. Any assets such as landed property or house with their name on (e.g. C of O, Land Deeds)

5. ANy circumstances that will show she will remain in Nigeria e.g. Does she take care of anyone? Is there proof of it?

I am sure some of the gurus in the house will give further insight too. Just my 2 cent

[quote author=galazito post=70639483]
please do you have idea how I will go about correcting it... or I should go to court and declare it as a mistake what do you think. Go to court bro.

Scottiemi:
I tell you, mine is even 24th of July oooo

Did you track your at tlscontact website, what is the current status there.

funlad26:
Hello guys

Trust your day is going on well

Who knows why there is so much delay in UK visa processing these days , I did my biometrics on the 6th of August , my 15 working days will be completed tomorrow 27th of August. When i tracked my application on TLS , decision still haven't been made .

Is there anyone is the same shoes with me......i keep seeing lots of cheap ticket these days and am meant to travel on the 2nd of Sept.

Please how do i know the status of my application?

i did biometric same day with you a tls ikeja... 15 working days has passed on 24th, i think their is too much application because of the summer rush.
i think if your application is delay for more than the normal 15 working days and you did not get the not straightforward mail , i believe your visa will be issue... reason i receive my first application exactly 15working days and was denied, but today makes it the 16working days and i am feeling positive about this..

lets wait for the pick up mail i am sure they have issue the visa already... meanwhile did you get the not straightforward email??

edmasta01:


I am not an expert, but from my own little experience of applying on behalf of my mum, the following documents will support/help:

1. Her marriage certificate (if she and your FIL have one)

2. A letter of authorization (written by your FIL giving permission for his wife to visit the UK)

3. Your FIL passport photo page attached to the letter above + his bank statement (if he sends money to your MIL account regularly).

4. Any assets such as landed property or house with their name on (e.g. C of O, Land Deeds)

5. ANy circumstances that will show she will remain in Nigeria e.g. Does she take care of anyone? Is there proof of it?

I am sure some of the gurus in the house will give further insight too. Just my 2 cent

Thank you edmasta01 for the info and guidance. Will try to see if I can get the above as advised.

galazito:

I have an issue that borders me... I intend applying for a tourist visa any time soon but I discover that my marriage certificate shows my date of birth as 1981 instead of 1985. hope it will not affect my chances.
though my age declaration is 1985 same as my passport

Or they may not notice it.

MollyBank:

Or they may not notice it.

hnnnmm...i think is risky for that gamble. maybe I should use high court affidavit of marriage to back it up?

[quote author=Flaame post=70643267][/quote] or I should do high court affidavit of marriage to back it up?

jennyhumphrey:
No update yet, was discouraged from contacting them because everyone that have contacted them so far are still waiting so I guess it is another money making venture for them

My daughter's own visa renewal application just changed to decision made after staying on awaiting decision for over 3 weeks. Next step is ready for collection. You may want to track yours. Does anyone know how many days from decision made to ready for collection?

I finally called ukvi on my Son's application and I was informed a decision has been made. Immediately after the call, I tracked the application on the tls website and the decision made column has been ticked. So hopeful at this stage.

I finally called ukvi on my Son's application and I was informed a decision has been made. Immediately after the call, I tracked the application on the tls website and the decision made column has been ticked. So hopeful at this stage

oviedike:


My daughter's own visa renewal application just changed to decision made after staying on awaiting decision for over 3 weeks. Next step is ready for collection. You may want to track yours. Does anyone know how many days from decision made to ready for collection?