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Re: UK Spouse Visa/Appeal Process-part2 by oxygyne(m): 8:54am On Aug 28, 2018 |
derbylicious: From previous posts on this topic, my understanding is that the DSS waiver fee is only applicable where one party of the couple wants to get married using his/her foreign credentials. So it is advised that if the foreign party has dual-citizenship and holds a Nigerian Passport, it might be best to get married using the Nigerian Credentials. This does not in anyway affect your spousal visa application as long as the marriage and the certificate issued are genuine (of cause we all know it also depends on other aspects of the application). I will let people like @justwise and @lexusgs430 explain better. |
Re: UK Spouse Visa/Appeal Process-part2 by derbylicious: 9:13am On Aug 28, 2018 |
oxygyne: Thanks for your message (lol! I almost wrote email). However, my partner hasn’t dual citizenship. Why can’t they run the security background check without having to force intending couples to pay 100k ![]() As you stated in your response to veacon, these extortions that override the right path only makes the certificate highly questionable! I just don’t get it....schemes to extort every time! |
Re: UK Spouse Visa/Appeal Process-part2 by Veacon: 9:41am On Aug 28, 2018 |
derbylicious: Ridiculous is an understatement... If your intended Spouse is also a Nigerian, I'll advise you to go for the 21 or 7 days notice. With the 7days notice, your intended spouse will have his/her foreign address registered instead of the Nigerian address but with the 21 days notice, he/she has to give a Nigerian address. I think the whole DSS thingy is just a way to extort money. |
Re: UK Spouse Visa/Appeal Process-part2 by Veacon: 9:49am On Aug 28, 2018 |
oxygyne: Thanks for your 2 cents, but please understand me, this isn't being done for me, it is their laid out procedure(they even have it on print)...I guess a means to cover up for the outrageous sum of N62050 they charge for the special license marriage. After asking on this forum and finding out it makes little or no difference registering as a foreigner or Nigerian for my visa application. We decided to go for the 7days process because we don't have an extra 100k to give to anyone for no reason. The system is flawed, the cost of a registry marriage all over Nigeria should be standardized but unfortunately, this isn't so. |
Re: UK Spouse Visa/Appeal Process-part2 by Lexusgs430: 9:52am On Aug 28, 2018 |
oxygyne: And why would someone not want to simplify this whole process, by complicating it and introducing a foreign address or foreign passport? I would wager that all couples having their other half abroad, have dual nationality. Or he/she would rather pay the extortionate visa monthly fees, when obtaining a passport is much easier and cheaper..... For the sake of proving they are not local league vs international league aka I have arrived from the abroad...... |
Re: UK Spouse Visa/Appeal Process-part2 by Veacon: 9:54am On Aug 28, 2018 |
derbylicious: I honestly wonder! Please note that they won't force you to pay the waiver, but then again, truth be told, how possible is it to get through DSS to get that done. My advice to you would be to see if you can get tru to DSS to get it done yourself or through a lawyer. 1 Like |
Re: UK Spouse Visa/Appeal Process-part2 by Veacon: 9:58am On Aug 28, 2018 |
Lexusgs430: That isn't a nice thing to say dear...some people do not have dual citizenship ( the original poster of this enquiry), some are ignorant that it makes no difference ( just like I was till I came to know from this forum). We're all here to know and learn more not to show off I believe. 1 Like |
Re: UK Spouse Visa/Appeal Process-part2 by Lexusgs430: 10:11am On Aug 28, 2018 |
Veacon: If the sponsor does not have dual citizenship, he/she would have to do what it takes to jump all the necessary hurdles..... If DSS wants 100K and its a documented payment, it would have to be paid.... |
Re: UK Spouse Visa/Appeal Process-part2 by Veacon: 10:16am On Aug 28, 2018 |
Lexusgs430: DSS aren't asking for N100k, the registry is asking for it as a waiver for the DSS security clearance and I doubt it's documented. |
Re: UK Spouse Visa/Appeal Process-part2 by Lexusgs430: 10:33am On Aug 28, 2018 |
Veacon: If it is not documented, you would have to find a few people above the collector..... They simply want you to do Xmas for them...... Real love is not cheap...... |
Re: UK Spouse Visa/Appeal Process-part2 by oxygyne(m): 10:36am On Aug 28, 2018 |
derbylicious: On the DSS fee, I have no idea why it is N100k but if a check needs to be done then payment might need to be made. I believe this is more like a security check and they will need to be paid for the service. The only issue is the high amount, I guess you should just make sure you get a receipt for the payment. I don't understand your point about the citizenship, your partner is not Nigerian? Like British-Nigerian? |
Re: UK Spouse Visa/Appeal Process-part2 by oxygyne(m): 10:38am On Aug 28, 2018 |
Lexusgs430: Oh really, that is very shady. But what is the alternative? What is the actual way to get the DSS? Is it a long thing? If not why not just go through the proper channel. |
Re: UK Spouse Visa/Appeal Process-part2 by Lexusgs430: 10:44am On Aug 28, 2018 |
oxygyne: You should know all this bureaucratic process and bottlenecks, are put in place to frustrate and aid bribery...... As stated, best to find out if this is required and official price........ |
Re: UK Spouse Visa/Appeal Process-part2 by derbylicious: 10:48am On Aug 28, 2018 |
oxygyne: I understand that such checks attracts a fee, just like DBS does in UK but not such an exorbitant one! My partner is an EU citizen. |
Re: UK Spouse Visa/Appeal Process-part2 by derbylicious: 10:55am On Aug 28, 2018 |
oxygyne: I’m currently searching for link to a DSS official, if the security clearance is actually done, I doubt it would cost what the registry is unrealistically asking for. Alternatively, as @Lexusgs430 stated, a higher ranked employee in the said registry can induce a slash. Smdh! |
Re: UK Spouse Visa/Appeal Process-part2 by oxygyne(m): 11:02am On Aug 28, 2018 |
Lexusgs430: @lexusgs430 Lol... I get your point but like @Veacon said, some people just don't know about the DSS clause for foreign credentials and for others their partners aren't Nigerian. At the end of the day, we hope this forum would shed more light on issues like these. Thank you for always hitting the nail on the head in a funny way. @everyone Please note that just as we have fast-track for visa application, there is nothing wrong with fast-tracking applications in Nigeria. Just make sure it is a legit/authorized process and a genuine receipt is given for any payment made. But I still believe that for registry marriage a notice period is an imperative part of the process. @veacon Thanks for shedding more light on this issue, now others will know what to do when they face this challenge in the future. From your messages I can deduce the following: 1. Special License Marriage - This is valid for Marriages that involve non-citizens . Apparently obtainable within 24hrs and requires a 100k DSS waiver (integrity not guaranteed and unverifiable). Seems to be the only option for couples with foreign credentials. 2. 7-days notice period Registry Marriage - which does not require DSS waiver and can only be used if both parties have Nigerian credentials. (yet to be verified) 3. 21-days notice period Registry Marriage - which does not require DSS waiver and can only be used if both parties have Nigerian credentials. 4. Caveat - I believe this information is for Abuja Registry right, so might not be the same for Lagos. 5. @veacon - Please correct me on the information above if I am wrong, thank you. |
Re: UK Spouse Visa/Appeal Process-part2 by oxygyne(m): 11:08am On Aug 28, 2018 |
derbylicious: Exactly my point, it shouldn't cost as high as they are asking at the Registry. They are simply banking on the impatience of applicants and the unreliable Nigerian system which would make the actually genuine process of getting the DSS report very tedious as @lexusgs430 mentioned. |
Re: UK Spouse Visa/Appeal Process-part2 by derbylicious: 11:18am On Aug 28, 2018 |
I really pray the 7 days notice is as you stated, if it is then that is exactly what I’d go for. I only asked about the special marriage license because it is made to seem as the only option(as described online) for a union between a foreign national and a Nigerian. [quote author=oxygyne post=70681493] @veacon Thanks for shedding more light on this issue, now others will know what to do when they face this challenge in the future. From your messages I can deduce the following: 1. Special License Marriage - which can be obtained within 24hrs costing about 62k and requires a 100k DSS waiver (not recommended) 2. 7-days notice period Registry Marriage - which does not require DSS waiver and can be used when one member of the couple has a foreign credential. 3. 21-days notice period Registry Marriage - which does not require DSS waiver and can only be used if both parties have Nigerian credentials. 4. Caveat - I believe this information is for Abuja Registry right, so might not be the same for Lagos. Please correct me on the information above if I am wrong, thank you. |
Re: UK Spouse Visa/Appeal Process-part2 by Veacon: 11:20am On Aug 28, 2018 |
derbylicious: I did all that, searched for a link, called a high ranking friend who works with security personnel in Nigeria and he said he doubts any such thing exists. From my experience when i went for the enquiry, This security Clearance info won't be explained to you by the junior officers who originally attend to you, after explaining all other criteria, they would take you to the Registrar/Deputy registrar who then breaks it down to you and goes further to tell you how almost impossible it is to get the clearance as witnessed by others and how they have decided to simplify things for intending couples by introducing the N100k waiver. So please tell me, which higher authority is there to go to?...the whole process is just sickening. Like I advised, if you can get tru to DSS for the clearance, please by all means do! |
Re: UK Spouse Visa/Appeal Process-part2 by derbylicious: 11:27am On Aug 28, 2018 |
Veacon: You’ve really been helpful with information. I highly appreciate it. So are the points outlined by @oxygyne with regards to the registry marriage paths correct?? |
Re: UK Spouse Visa/Appeal Process-part2 by Veacon: 11:33am On Aug 28, 2018 |
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Re: UK Spouse Visa/Appeal Process-part2 by oxygyne(m): 11:39am On Aug 28, 2018 |
Veacon: You are to help confirm if that is the information you got from your visit to the Registry. I just read somewhere online that the Special License Marriage is valid for Marriages that involve non-citizens no information about cost and DSS waiver though. https://www.wikiprocedure.com/index.php/Abuja_-_Register_a_Marriage |
Re: UK Spouse Visa/Appeal Process-part2 by Veacon: 11:42am On Aug 28, 2018 |
oxygyne: You try wella...shows you get A1 for summary in WAEC. Wehdone! |
Re: UK Spouse Visa/Appeal Process-part2 by Veacon: 11:45am On Aug 28, 2018 |
oxygyne: Confirmed already na! I also got my initial info from https://www.wikiprocedure.com/index.php/Abuja_-_Register_a_Marriage but the info on getting to the Abuja registry was a bit different. |
Re: UK Spouse Visa/Appeal Process-part2 by deji2009(m): 6:52am On Aug 29, 2018 |
Veacon: I would advice you to do a proper registry wedding at a genin registry centre and have your certificate. If possible also have a church wedding with your certificte. I've submitted my priority spouse visa application with an 11 months old daughter not long ago. We also included Affidavit, Punch Newspaper public announcement of my wife's change of name Dec 2015 of name.I was a student studing nursing at the time as a British Citizen and we had to be patient and now I am in full time employment earning close to £30k per annum. We had spent close to £7k for the spouse visa and wedding cost excluding wife and daughter's allowance of which the evidence was also provided. Your relationship needs to develop or have a child and provide evidence are ways to suggest that you're in a geuine relationship. If I were you, I will ignore DSS. Moreover, wiki is not a reliable website for information to do with your life. Simply call or email UKVI for information. I spent close to £20 on phone calls and emails. Dont assume anything. Dont forget your English requirement, wife's UK NARIC was C1 which is above the requirement. The UK is a financial hub and want our money at all cost. I was reluctant to type these, however, I had to because others also took their time out to type when I needed help. Good luck to both of us ! 3 Likes |
Re: UK Spouse Visa/Appeal Process-part2 by Veacon: 11:12am On Aug 29, 2018 |
deji2009: Thank you for taking out time to type this despite your reluctance, I really do appreciate. Yes, I'm doing a proper registry wedding & getting my certificate at a genuine center (Federal Marriage registry Abuja), hence, the reason for the whole DSS dilemma, which of course has been sorted out by the good people if this forum. As for my Visa application, I'm yet to start the process, but from my findings and of course info from this great forum, I got the visa requirements covered. I wish you, your spouse and your baby success in your application. We await the good news here... Cheers! |
Re: UK Spouse Visa/Appeal Process-part2 by Kakushia2: 11:55am On Aug 29, 2018 |
Veacon: You can beat the 100k price to I think 60... that’s what I did... married a British (white) so I had to do this... it’s faster tbh..you get your certificate that day unlike the other process I believe..it’s very quick! Good luck |
Re: UK Spouse Visa/Appeal Process-part2 by Kakushia2: 11:59am On Aug 29, 2018 |
oxygyne: You have a point there but I did mine that way and my certificate was recognised. I heard you can go to DSS yourself and do the clearance, the only problem is you’d waste your time and probably still be asked for money to fasten the process...this can be stressful and you just feel it’s better to give that man in the registry to do for you.. it’s Nigeria, you know how things work. |
Re: UK Spouse Visa/Appeal Process-part2 by Kakushia2: 12:05pm On Aug 29, 2018 |
oxygyne: It’s a long thing except you are ready to go through stress! |
Re: UK Spouse Visa/Appeal Process-part2 by oxygyne(m): 2:33pm On Aug 29, 2018 |
Kakushia2: Like I said, there's nothing wrong with a fast-tracked process (just like any other country), as long as the integrity is confirmed. And yes, we found a link that confirmed that special License Mariage is offered in Abuja. However, can you confirm if this is the only route for couples with foreign partners? This is a good evidence by someone who's gone through the process. Thanks. |
Re: UK Spouse Visa/Appeal Process-part2 by Show1223: 7:45pm On Aug 30, 2018 |
Hello all, pls I want to find out if I can travel with an expired tb certificate... yunno it's valid for 6months. So i want to know if it's okay to travel with it after d 6th month as I've read here that it's usually requested for at POE. Thanks |
Re: UK Spouse Visa/Appeal Process-part2 by Queenantia: 6:28am On Aug 31, 2018 |
Show1223:u really don't need a TB test at POE. Talking from experience tho |
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