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Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 4 by Cigbojugha: 10:42pm On Sep 22, 2020 |
Benediktejike: I don't have wema card o. I hope I could get alternative. Thanks for the response 1 Like |
Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 4 by justwise(m): 10:43pm On Sep 22, 2020 |
mrpudikin: No, agent's ticket price + commission will not be cheaper than that of airline especially when you are buying online. 1 Like |
Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 4 by Nattiejt: 10:52pm On Sep 22, 2020 |
Thanks for this.... pls can one open this account while still in Nigeria or I need to get to UK first? Also how will I be able to transfer from my Nigerin account to this new one? mimilyrics: |
Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 4 by mimilyrics: 10:55pm On Sep 22, 2020 |
You need to get to the UK to open it because you'll need a UK number and address for the application. You can use transfer wise to transfer to your UK account from your NGN account but you'll have to use a VPN service to enable select Nigeria as your location if not the default location will be the UK based on your IP. If you've got a dorm account, you should be able to do online transfers for your NGN account but this may be subject to your bank's restrictions. You can also transfer using a Nigerian BDC. You give the person Naira while the person transfers £ to your UK account. I think Omopapa and Mamatukwas also sell Forex. Nattiejt: 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 4 by mimilyrics: 11:04pm On Sep 22, 2020 |
No you'll have to transfer to your UK account via 1. Transfer from your NGN dorm account by sending in this request to your account officer or online banking. 2. Via TransferWise or PayPal. You'll need to use VPN so that the detected location will be Nigeria. Your NGN line will also need to be roamed for any authentication codes sent to you. Also check Mamatukwas and Omopapa from the Living in the UK thread; I think they do ForEx based on their posts. 3. Use a BDC. Transfer Naira to the BDC in Nigeria and have £ paid into your UK account. Laura123: 1 Like 2 Shares |
Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 4 by Cyberknight: 11:05pm On Sep 22, 2020 |
justwise: What I was saying is that travel agents CAN indeed obtain prices lower than what is available on the airline website, but that in my experience it is usually Emirates and co that provide discounted tickets through the travel agents, while is is generally not possible to get lower fares than those displayed on airline websites through agents for the European airlines such as KLM, Lufthansa and Air France. I buy all my tickets myself through airline websites. My cousin and a good friend's wife are travel agents. 1 Like |
Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 4 by slimdolyin(m): 11:07pm On Sep 22, 2020 |
Santa2:Thanks so much |
Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 4 by Nattiejt: 11:09pm On Sep 22, 2020 |
Thanks mimi but I don't understand a thing..... mimilyrics: |
Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 4 by reincarnation: 11:10pm On Sep 22, 2020 |
All of you saying agent agent agent regarding flight tickets, are you saying if I purchased a ticket online last month for departure date of 23rd September at £500, if I approach an agency today, I can get a ticket for less than such amount? I guess this should show the reason why you think the agency tickets are cheaper. As much as an agency could get discounts from an airline, I doubt they will sell below what was purchased. Contact an agent today for a ticket in October, go online and check the price for same date, it is lower than what the agency offers. |
Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 4 by Nattiejt: 11:15pm On Sep 22, 2020 |
Pls what's a VPN and how do I get that? mimilyrics: |
Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 4 by Eromo10: 11:16pm On Sep 22, 2020 |
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Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 4 by mimilyrics: 11:19pm On Sep 22, 2020 |
I will try to break it down as much as I can. I hope it helps. You can only open Monzo and Starling accounts once you're in the UK because you'll need a UK phone number and address. Transfer wise is an app that you can use to transfer money across different countries. If you don't download a VPN app / service (VPN - Virtual Private Network - allows you to use IPs that mask your location and shows IPs from other countries making it seem like you're in a different country), the Transfer Wise app will automatically select your location as UK (for example) and you'll only be able to transfer from the UK to other countries and not the other way round because of your IP address. Dorm account is your $£€ account in Nigeria. You can usually transfer to foreign accounts via online banking or by sending an instruction to your bank or account manager to do this. This will be subject to any restrictions that your bank has in place. BDC is Bureau De Change aka black market sometimes. They usually take your Naira while they transfer the £ equivalent to your UK account. But if the above still seem complicated, just carry cash on you and open an online account that you can pay your money into as soon as you arrive and sort your phone number and address. You can always open account(s) with a brick and mortar bank after you get your BRP and are settled. Nattiejt: 7 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 4 by cdaniel: 11:27pm On Sep 22, 2020 |
I did mine on 26th August, got the non straightforward email on 10th September, no other mail for 2nd interview, my schl resumed on 7th September and if by 25th September I don't complete matriculation, i may loose the offer. This wait is quite frustrating and am feeling sick already .. inphoenix: |
Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 4 by Nattiejt: 11:31pm On Sep 22, 2020 |
Thank you so much for this explanation, this makes much sense. Option 1 is my best bet cos am a sponsored student and my maintenance fee will be paid in naira. I need to be able to do direct transfers by myself. Thank you very much once again, God bless you. mimilyrics: 1 Like |
Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 4 by TheGuyFromHR: 11:38pm On Sep 22, 2020 |
I use a VPN when buying Lagos to London tickets and change my location from Nigeria to the UK. Previously you usually get lower prices when you buy your tickets from the UK as opposed to buying from Nigeria, except that you have to pay with your card, which is no longer feasible with Nigerian cards. In any case, prices on BA's website for 2nd week of October are down to tolerable levels ($410 for a one-way ticket to Manchester/Aberdeen, about 160k), and I just bought earlier today. 8 Likes 4 Shares |
Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 4 by TheGuyFromHR: 11:44pm On Sep 22, 2020 |
cdaniel: ALL you can do is to stay calm and positive. In my case, after the 2nd interview the visa was issued the next day, so at least these things can move quickly. 2 Likes |
Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 4 by LagosismyHome(f): 11:49pm On Sep 22, 2020 |
Gbp2020: Congrats... God bless your new journey 1 Like |
Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 4 by Yimi4real: 11:52pm On Sep 22, 2020 |
Arrived safely in Newcastle this morning. BA booking was to Newcastle but of course, landed in London first before we proceeded with a local plane. For those having connecting flights, please ensure you have at least 3 hours in between your flights when booking that would give ample time for any delay. BA left an hour later than scheduled plus you need time at London airport for immigration and checking in. Border was a breeze, they only asked “where are you going and what course?” If traveling with kids on BA, ensure you pack something for the kids to eat on board Incase they don’t want the food served. I didn’t like it too but thankfully we had a back up. Was welcomed by family with a sumptuous poundo and Edikaikong before sleeping for hours after a very hectic weekend. Thank you all for the support I received here, and to those still processing, wishing you all the best, we look forward to welcoming you HOME. 35 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 4 by Risazii: 11:54pm On Sep 22, 2020 |
I used access visa card and it worked Cigbojugha: 1 Like |
Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 4 by Laura123: 12:03am On Sep 23, 2020 |
mimilyrics: Saying you’re simply the best doesn’t do justice to your person. Thank you for the detailed explanation mimilyrics 2 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 4 by Risazii: 12:04am On Sep 23, 2020 |
Happy for you. Best wishes, i'm headed to Newcastle soon too God willing Yimi4real: 1 Like |
Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 4 by inphoenix: 12:13am On Sep 23, 2020 |
cdaniel: What Uni are you going? I'm aware enrollment is done online in a lot of these schools. Can you confirm if yours is? I'm almost certain it'll be given the covid situation. I've completed my registration and already started classes despite still awaiting my visa decision. Find out what obtains in your university and mail them immediately. |
Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 4 by Fame2me79: 12:13am On Sep 23, 2020 |
cdaniel: I think we are both on the same level. I did mine 28th August. Napier right? Kindly send an email or PM. The wait is really frustrating |
Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 4 by Arhmiee(f): 12:16am On Sep 23, 2020 |
TheGuyFromHR: Pls can you recommend a VPN one can install? I use windscribe but when I search, it's still same price as when the VPN is off. |
Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 4 by Skycharges(m): 12:34am On Sep 23, 2020 |
Hello everyone.. Any 14th September? Any message yet on decision mail? Also, when is the best time required to do the COVID-19 test? |
Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 4 by Eromo10: 12:35am On Sep 23, 2020 |
Visa approved! Biometric date: 28th Aug Transferred to VAC: 21st Sept Received by VAC: 22nd Sept Collection mail: 22nd Sept Picked up: 22nd Sept A closer look at the letter accompanying the passport indicates a decision had been made on the 16th of Sept. Good luck and God’s speed to others awaiting. Cheers! 21 Likes |
Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 4 by Arhmiee(f): 12:37am On Sep 23, 2020 |
Eromo10: Congrats 1 Like |
Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 4 by Skycharges(m): 1:02am On Sep 23, 2020 |
Hello everyone.. Any 14th September? Any message yet on decision mail? Also, when is the best time required to do the COVID-19 test for the result to be valid to show at the airport? |
Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 4 by Eromo10: 3:12am On Sep 23, 2020 |
Arhmiee: Thanks |
Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 4 by kcmontez: 4:51am On Sep 23, 2020 |
Hello, I am filling my tier 4 visa application. I have been to the US twice but was denied the last time under 221 g conditions saying i am ineligible cos I had my first child in the US in 2016. How do I phrase it when giving addition information on the ban on my application? Please help |
Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 4 by kcmontez: 4:52am On Sep 23, 2020 |
justwise: |
Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 4 by TheGuyFromHR: 5:14am On Sep 23, 2020 |
Arhmiee: I use Surfshark, but like I said, this was something that used to generally work before the pandemic for buying tickets, given that airlines are in serious financial wahala these days it might not always work now. But you can only try. Set your location to different cities in the UK (mine offers e.g. London, Glasgow, etc.) and try. But note that once your location is not set to Nigeria you will not have the option to pay in naira, only online by card, so this is only something you can try if you have a funded domiciliary account. Previously, when naira cards used to work fully with no limits it was an excellent option. Note that the more you search an airline's website for a date, the higher the fare could go. I'm going with children, so the cheaper the fare the better for me. For instance, I was previously looking at 1 October as a travel date and it was at $810 one way. I checked it again twice, no change, and the 3rd time I checked it had ballooned to more than $1,000 economy one way (yes, that high!). I left it for a while, and tried a different VPN location and finally saw the week starting 12 October down to $410 and decided to take it. 1 Like |
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