bigtt76:
I started preparing for this long before I filled out my first application to the university. I followed every thread relating to studying and living in the UK, discussions online relating to how to survive as a student and transition from being one.

On arrival in the UK I needed a bank card to kickstart my activities, my first was Monese and they delivered within 4 days. Next I opened Revolut cos it was a popular option and they too delivered within same period. Monzo had bounced me because of this credit score check and Starling bank stalled (funny enough conventional banks also check when trying to open an account with them). I got all my cards where I was temporarily staying.

During the same period, I enrolled to vote, applied for my provisional driving license (required as proof of address in place of utility bills). Next I applied for my NI and started life. I also opened a conventional bank account during this period.

I stumbled on the AMEX card referral link here and applied, it kept bouncing and requesting for my documents (BRP, Passport and liveliness check). Then one day I got a call and boom it was approved and I got my card delivered.

Along the line I also got bounced by several landlords on the pretence that I don't have credit history and that was when I got the ginger to start Loqbox. I finally secured my student accommodation and contract SIM card which I placed on direct debit and standing order. Then I applied to start reporting my rent using Credit Ladder and Loqbox.

I gained a lot of insight from this thread and the other one for students. I remain grateful to all here and my advise to those new and those thinking of making the move over here to hit road with their financial planning immediately on arrival, no waste time be intentional about your plans. I know a lot of my mates here (and those who came here before me) that haven't registered to be on electoral roll, applied for a provisional license and or start building their credit history because they don't know the process or never thought of it or afraid of anything credit. 😂

Just to add, when I moved I also applied to change my addresses on the drivers license and my bank accounts. It was seamless. I used Royal Mail to redirect my mails from where I previously lived to my new place.

Shalom... Don't forget to use my referral links so I get small bonus 😘😘😘

justwise:
Can somebody help me the link of company that ships stuff from Abuja to the UK?

Thank you

bigtt76:
I started preparing for this long before I filled out my first application to the university. I followed every thread relating to studying and living in the UK, discussions online relating to how to survive as a student and transition from being one.

On arrival in the UK I needed a bank card to kickstart my activities, my first was Monese and they delivered within 4 days. Next I opened Revolut cos it was a popular option and they too delivered within same period. Monzo had bounced me because of this credit score check and Starling bank stalled (funny enough conventional banks also check when trying to open an account with them). I got all my cards where I was temporarily staying.

During the same period, I enrolled to vote, applied for my provisional driving license (required as proof of address in place of utility bills). Next I applied for my NI and started life. I also opened a conventional bank account during this period.

I stumbled on the AMEX card referral link here and applied, it kept bouncing and requesting for my documents (BRP, Passport and liveliness check). Then one day I got a call and boom it was approved and I got my card delivered.

Along the line I also got bounced by several landlords on the pretence that I don't have credit history and that was when I got the ginger to start Loqbox. I finally secured my student accommodation and contract SIM card which I placed on direct debit and standing order. Then I applied to start reporting my rent using Credit Ladder and Loqbox.

I gained a lot of insight from this thread and the other one for students. I remain grateful to all here and my advise to those new and those thinking of making the move over here to hit road with their financial planning immediately on arrival, no waste time be intentional about your plans. I know a lot of my mates here (and those who came here before me) that haven't registered to be on electoral roll, applied for a provisional license and or start building their credit history because they don't know the process or never thought of it or afraid of anything credit. 😂

Just to add, when I moved I also applied to change my addresses on the drivers license and my bank accounts. It was seamless. I used Royal Mail to redirect my mails from where I previously lived to my new place.

Shalom... Don't forget to use my referral links so I get small bonus 😘😘😘

koonbey:

You got your first credit card 2 weeks after arriving? Which card was that?

And it was within this 2 weeks that you applied and got your NI, provisional driving license, and enrolled to vote, and it reflected in your credit file?

Santa2:


Everything you said resonates with me. I followed this thread like a bible long before I came into the Uk. I recall sometime ago when someone shared a screenshot their credit score that was excellent, I was wondering when I go near like this as I was hovering around the 600s. I am not yet on excellent but ee don waka small.

beecrofty:



Because you took the time to explain this and make it clear to me, I am going to use your referral. Let me save it now.

iyatrustee:


www.shiptonaija.com

infofirst:
Good day to all here. I will like to know any Schengen country with the earliest appointment for visit visa from the UK.
Thank you

Jcole123:
Hi guys, after much applications for remote customer service jobs, I got a positive feedback from a company. Fully remote. They want me to start immediately but the draw back is that its just a 3 months fixed contract. I don't know if it's okay to quit my full time care job for this one. And I don't know what will happen afterwards.

Please advise

iyatrustee:


www.shiptonaija.com

missjekyll:
Woah...bit rude there, dont you think?

It's OK not to like the UK,its a bit rubbish at the minute.

They say 1st gen immigrants are more patriotic than anyone else but let me just say this...

If you ever start to think of yourself as an Englishman, remember Shamima Begum and remember the British Citizens who have been abandoned in the Sudan when they flew embassy staff out last week. When asked, they said the peopleleft behind will have local help.

What sort of country abandons its citizens?

Amazoner01:
Gurus pls is there a safe platform to save and get a reasonable interest apart from the 1.30percent my bank is paying me ?
I tried some brokers and approached my bank too secure a mortgage but all are declining cos I don’t have a permanent status yet. So I am thinking of saving instead and expanding the deposit percentage. Thanks in advance.

Vintagee:
Please help, I am trying to open moneybox LISA. which option do I select here?

Jcole123:
Hi guys, after much applications for remote customer service jobs, I got a positive feedback from a company. Fully remote. They want me to start immediately but the draw back is that its just a 3 months fixed contract. I don't know if it's okay to quit my full time care job for this one. And I don't know what will happen afterwards.

Please advise

justwise:
Can somebody help me the link of company that ships stuff from Abuja to the UK?

Thank you

Drey1:


Oya, update us which site u use o 😀

Amazoner01:
Gurus pls is there a safe platform to save and get a reasonable interest apart from the 1.30percent my bank is paying me ?
I tried some brokers and approached my bank too secure a mortgage but all are declining cos I don’t have a permanent status yet. So I am thinking of saving instead and expanding the deposit percentage. Thanks in advance.

justwise:


They mainly ship to US, i can't any info about shipping to the UK

Solumtoya:


You can also try Topship Africa. They came highly recommended, currently trying them out now. The other contact I had shared here said the NAHCO Shipping strike is currently affecting their operations

Solumtoya:


There are a lot out there but a good rate for secured and "safe" investment might still be like 5% or less

Lexusgs430:


All you would get is sub 3%....... Not unless you take a pop at the stock market (long term view)........

Remember, you might get less or more than invested....... 😜

Or lock investment down with monzo for about 2 years (sub 5%)....... Early withdrawal not allowed (even if you cry blood)...... 😝😁



https://www.nutmeg.com/nutmegonomics?p=19164

Amazoner01:


Thanks boss you’re very right….I actually looked into the investment but when I read a caveat that state I could loss my money, I pick race lol.
Funny how this guys pay very little interest but when you get from them you pay a lot. I no lock money ooo for that small interest haba ….thanks for the link boss

Amazoner01:


Thanks boss you’re very right….I actually looked into the investment but when I read a caveat that state I could loss my money, I pick race lol.
Funny how this guys pay very little interest but when you get from them you pay a lot. I no lock money ooo for that small interest haba

Lexusgs430:


The higher the risk....... The higher the reward......🤣

OR

Send the money to your Nigerian account...... Then collect 20%...... Enjoy the wild swings ........😛🤣

Solumtoya:


You can also try Topship Africa. They came highly recommended, currently trying them out now. The other contact I had shared here said the NAHCO Shipping strike is currently affecting their operations

iyatrustee:


They do, Solumtoya recommended them and I used them about 3mths ago. See attached pic for their drop off address




Baba you current die! After you na you again