perfect08: Good day to the gurus in the house, I came across this thread while searching for solution for my current challenge. I read through this thread and I really appreciate the info on this thread.

I was given an unconditional offer by UCL for September 2014 Entry, My CAS has been sent to me few days ago and I have started the online application. I also have Sponsorship letter from the federal government accepting responsibilities for the course fee and living expenses.
But my challenge is this, I went to IOM office Abuja on monday to conduct the TB test, I did the X-ray but the doctor was not satisfied with the result hence the need for a sputum test. The result of this test will not be ready until 15th September. This means I cant submit my application before this date. My questions are:
1. Can I still apply for the Visa on 15th September given the the programme starts on 22nd September?
2. If so, Which center will be faster in such state?
3. My CAS states that my latest date of acceptance is 10/10/2014, does that mean I can still make it after the 22nd Resumption date.

Please gurus, advice me on what to do because this issue has been hunting me throughout the week.

Thank you for your kind reply. God bless You!

spikesC:

You're still on schedule. You can still submit your application but should book an appointment after the date you collect the TB certificate.

Now: If the doctor can guarantee you that the certificate will be out on that 15th, then you can book your appointment on the 16th. 3 weeks from that is 7th october, therefore you can travel on the 8th or 9th of October.

But here is another problem. You are also not guaranteed of the TB test being negative, therefore if it turns out positive, you'll have to cancel the VISA application and ask for a refund

perfect08: Good day to the gurus in the house, I came across this thread while searching for solution for my current challenge. I read through this thread and I really appreciate the info on this thread.

I was given an unconditional offer by UCL for September 2014 Entry, My CAS has been sent to me few days ago and I have started the online application. I also have Sponsorship letter from the federal government accepting responsibilities for the course fee and living expenses.
But my challenge is this, I went to IOM office Abuja on monday to conduct the TB test, I did the X-ray but the doctor was not satisfied with the result hence the need for a sputum test. The result of this test will not be ready until 15th September. This means I cant submit my application before this date. My questions are:
1. Can I still apply for the Visa on 15th September given the the programme starts on 22nd September?
2. If so, Which center will be faster in such state?
3. My CAS states that my latest date of acceptance is 10/10/2014, does that mean I can still make it after the 22nd Resumption date.

Please gurus, advice me on what to do because this issue has been hunting me throughout the week.

Thank you for your kind reply. God bless You!

agates: @ justwise please I would like to make a clarification about the statement of account.
1. Does the opening balance have to show the complete funds. For instance I m supposed to have 20000 pounds as maintainable and fees now I deposited 10000 pounds on the 19th into my account. When I printed my statement after 28 days it shows opening balance as 10000 pounds but closing balance as 20000 pounds.
2. Do I wait for an extra day to print the statement so it shows opening balance as 20000 pounds and closing balance as 20000 pounds too.
Or it really doesn't matter. Cos then again I read here that the money that made ur total Fees complete has to show.
I m a bit confused my interview is on Monday

presiade:
Go and do the test at another UKBA recommended hospital. spending about N20k is far better than loosing the sponsorship.

presiade: ^^Well, if I were in you shoes, I would just go and enquire from another center and let them tell me they won't conduct the test for me...

perfect08:

@spikesC Thank you for the prompt response. I think I'll go with your advice on that and take the risk. but I thought pbs tier 4 student Visa application processing takes just 5-10 working days. The 3 weeks you quoted is baffling me. Can they give me a special consideration and hasten the processing of my visa given the information on my CAS?

Thank you once again. God bless you abundantly

spikesC:

officially, it takes 15 working days, but depending on how fast the application center is and the period you submitted, it can even go as low as 2 working days.
I'll advise you submit at Abuja or Ikeja. They are fast in that order of preference

milychocs: Help please!

When filling the visa application form..at the question that asks how you intend to show you have the required maintenance fees...I filled in statement of account and reference letter.....
I later learnt here that the bank ref letter is unnecessary if the stated account is mine. It is

But I had already submitted
At the bank today I was told the reference letter is for current accounts only . Mine is savings. I was also told my statement is good for the process.
So I have only bank statement of account

But I am worried about possible penalties for not being able to provide the letter I stated I would next week.
Please what do you guys suggest I do?
I am thinking of writing a letter saying I did not know ref letter is for current account holders when I was filling my form? Is this okay? Or is there any other suggestion?
Thank you.

sashacoleman: Hi Guys,

I applied for my tier 4 visa on the 3rd of July at the new VI place and till now I haven't heard anything from them. I am meant to travel out of the country next weekend for work and would need my passport. I called the UK Abuja number and was told that all VI applications are sent to Sheffield, please I need to know if there is a strong possibility that my passport will be out before Friday next week. I am so so worried. I had no idea it would take this long....

Your thoughts please...

justwise:

If you met all requirements then not submitting ref shouldn't be a problem. Its not part of requirements.

hasan123: You mean that closing balance date should not be earlier then 31 days before I've made the application?
Well I've made the Application on 4th of July So the closing balance date should be 3rd of June? It can not be earlier than that?
Because the Maintenance funds and the remaining visa fee was in my account like from few months? but the bank statement shows that the last cheque I've submitted was on 10th of June.
Is this something wrong in it? Like I heard that UKBA needs a statement of 28 days funds in your bank accounts.
Actually can you tell me what do you mean by the "Closing date"?
So that I can explain you more easily.
Regards,
Hasan.

justabox14: Please, experts in the house ,l need your help. l have a Nigeria international e-passport which would expire on 24th December 2014 and l have used it to travel many times since 2010 when it was issued. l would like to apply for a-tier 4 visa for a PhD program in July 31st 2014. Do you advice if l should renew my passport or use this present one to apply for the visa ? Thanks

bidibudi: @justwise baba, spikesC and my masters On point
1. Pls wen is the best time to go in for the TB test as my 28 days ll be due August 18 but intend to put a day of grace
2. When do i put in my application since my bank details ll be due 18th August, do I start the online form now so I can make payment on the 19th
3. Also can I book for appointment for interview even before paying for the visa fees
4. There is something I want to draw your attension to, my birth certificate has just my surname and one of my name while the other name has been a different one from the one have been using since my secondary school.
My question is would I have a problem with that
E.g rashid uzo Ugo
Rashid john Ugo
Or do I remove the birth cert. from my document am sending to the visa office
Please I need your help on this one

hasan123: Well my money which was required to show for 28 days was in my bank account from like November. but the closing balance date was 30th of June? Is this Okay? because my bank statement was from 09th of June to 10th of July? Is there anything wrong which will cause my visa to be rejected?

dspy45: @DonOms, tanx. Its actually july 10th – august 8th buh I figured. Well will print 11th cos 9th and 10th falls during the weekend. And I also intend to apply probably 11th or 12th of august so I can get an early interview date for submission.

Chaze85: Can go to any teaching hospital for my tuberculosis test?like luth or oouth?are they accredited for UK visa?