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Please how did you complete both the paid call and follow up mail process. I am keen to use either next week. Kindly guide

Youngman85:


Since the last NSF email received was on the 3rd and it’s already 15 working days already.
I suggest you to a paid call or email and request for an escalation directly.

Youngman85:


How far Lilchamp?
What’s the update after the paid email?
Also, do you have any previous visa refusal?

I don't have any previous Visa Refusal.
I received another nsf mail to show proof of what I have been doing since my graduation 2015.

The following day, I ed appointment letter, reference letter and NYSC certificate.

Haven't heard anything since then.

Would be glad to learn how you did your paid call and follow up mail.Thank you

Pearlcom:
My bio was 2nd Dec. Got nsf on the 3rd, since then nothing. It's now looking like they pack some people's application and put in the store or folder and keep. Because if you need some more documents, why can't you reach out immediately or after few days to demand? Ah, na wa

Congratulations to everyone who have just gotten their success emails. I tap into them in advance.

What would be the ideal representation for a study gap of over 10 years please? A CV? A write up of my work history with dates? What else please? I just want to prepare ahead for it

Please note that I've been working all these times

Josmila:
Congratulations to everyone who have just gotten their success emails. I tap into them in advance.

What would be the ideal representation for a study gap of over 10 years please? A CV? A write up of my work history with dates? What else please? I just want to prepare ahead for it

Please note that I've been working all these times

Reference letter from the companies and maybe employment letter.
If like, add an explanation addressing the study gap.

LilChamp:



I don't have any previous Visa Refusal.
I received another nsf mail to show proof of what I have been doing since my graduation 2015.

The following day, I ed appointment letter, reference letter and NYSC certificate.

Haven't heard anything since then.

Since you have no refusal, they will get back to you within 15 working days from when you sent the additional documents.

Pearlcom:
My bio was 2nd Dec. Got nsf on the 3rd, since then nothing. It's now looking like they pack some people's application and put in the store or folder and keep. Because if you need some more documents, why can't you reach out immediately or after few days to demand? Ah, na wa

Have you made a paid call to escalate?

Youngman85:


Since you have no refusal, they will get back to you within 15 working days from when you sent the additional documents.

You mean those with previous refusals won't get after 15 working days?

alozieanselm202:

You mean those with previous refusals won't get after 15 working days?

Lol, they usually delay people with refusal.
In most cases, it always exceed the first 15working days but get back to them on or before the 6th week.
Do you have any refusal?
I had a canada refusal, did my bio on 5th and got an NSF on the 24. so I just have to wait for the next 15 working days and hopefully they get back to me.

For my husband it was 16 years gap and what we did was prepare a
Detailed statement of purpose why he choose the course & country also explaining the gap
We added a detailed CV
Employment letter
Reference letter from work
Payslip of 6 months
Salary bank statement of 3months
Work ID card
We were to add few documents of IT related training he attended because we included that in the CV but we forgot and didn’t bother sending again.

We tried to ensure the documents we submitted should be able to answer any questions they might have in mind. Hope this helps you

Josmila:
Congratulations to everyone who have just gotten their success emails. I tap into them in advance.

What would be the ideal representation for a study gap of over 10 years please? A CV? A write up of my work history with dates? What else please? I just want to prepare ahead for it

Please note that I've been working all these times

I started considering japa last month and it has been great following this thread for over a week now.

Actually what I'm looking for is a more secured future for my family. We make enough money to live great in Nigeria but currently we're in between expanding our business and relocating to the UK via the study route.

I've read some quite discouraging things online especially about how UK is slowing turning into a third world country.

I sincerely need honest advise so we can make the right decision between expanding our business here in Nigeria or start the UK relocation plan.

Is the UK still worth it in 2025 considering we have to apply for two students visa.

Also, I'll appreciate other countries recommendations too. Going for UK because I was told it's the easiest to get study visa.

Thanks everyone.

Dortiye:
For my husband it was 16 years gap and what we did was prepare a
Detailed statement of purpose why he choose the course & country also explaining the gap
We added a detailed CV
Employment letter
Reference letter from work
Payslip of 6 months
Salary bank statement of 3months
Work ID card
We were to add few documents of IT related training he attended because we included that in the CV but we forgot and didn’t bother sending again.

We tried to ensure the documents we submitted should be able to answer any questions they might have in mind. Hope this helps you

Thank you so much.

I'd like to connect with you please if you don't mind. You have PM

malachai89:
I started considering japa last month and it has been great following this thread for over a week now.

Actually what I'm looking for is a more secured future for my family. We make enough money to live great in Nigeria but currently we're in between expanding our business and relocating to the UK via the study route.

I've read some quite discouraging things online especially about how UK is slowing turning into a third world country.

I sincerely need honest advise so we can make the right decision between expanding our business here in Nigeria or start the UK relocation plan.

Is the UK still worth it in 2025 considering we have to apply for two students visa.

Also, I'll appreciate other countries recommendations too. Going for UK because I was told it's the easiest to get study visa.

Thanks everyone.

This is a very intersting discussion.
If Dangote Refinery manages to bring down fuel price to, say, 500 naira per litre and inflation goes back to single digits, emigration would not be worth it for most people already doing well here.

The japa wave was never this intense when the economy was doing reasonably well and inflation was low, if memory serves.

If you're moving abroad to do something very specific with your life and career that cannot be achieved from Nigeria at this time, then go for it.
But if it's just the general "move abroad for a better life" when you already have a very good life here, I'm afraid it's the wrong move to spend so much just to move abroad and suffer a DROP in your living standards as a result.

Migration experts project that a combination of improving economic conditions in the Global South and collapsing birth rates in the West mean that in the very near future Western nations would literally have to pay immigrants to come over.

I'd say give or take in ten years' time.
You could wait till then and I'm sure you'd get a sweeter deal than those migrating now, if you still wish to do so by then.
Ultimately, the decision would be yours to make.

ETA: Just saw you'd need to apply for 2 student visas.
No, it's not worth it.
That's just far too much suffering. If you can find a program that would let you bring her as a dependant then it would be a bit more manageable.

malachai89:
I started considering japa last month and it has been great following this thread for over a week now.

Actually what I'm looking for is a more secured future for my family. We make enough money to live great in Nigeria but currently we're in between expanding our business and relocating to the UK via the study route.

I've read some quite discouraging things online especially about how UK is slowing turning into a third world country.

I sincerely need honest advise so we can make the right decision between expanding our business here in Nigeria or start the UK relocation plan.

Is the UK still worth it in 2025 considering we have to apply for two students visa.

Also, I'll appreciate other countries recommendations too. Going for UK because I was told it's the easiest to get study visa.

Thanks everyone.

United Kingdom is not a third word country. It's a first world country.
If you have a business you are into in Nigeria that you could expand and u are doing very well in Nigeria then its best you remain in Nigeria and maintain that quality of lifestyle..

But if u are a career person whose income has been wiped off by inflation probably earning like say 400k and that's not enough for you. Then u can try the japa stuff.


if u land you are going to adjust your lifestyle. Working really hard unless u got employed in the civil service.
Also note that for you to stay after graduation you also have to all your courses with no single fail else no graduation and no post study. After post study u will have to seek for sponsorship jobs. Most of this sponsorship are gotten in care homes. Where they clean n take care of vulnerable people. So its not all about japa but you should have a clear acceptable path to navigate so as to achieve an indefinite leave to remain in the UK.


Lastly one of u only need a course that allows dependant.

malachai89:
I started considering japa last month and it has been great following this thread for over a week now.

Actually what I'm looking for is a more secured future for my family. We make enough money to live great in Nigeria but currently we're in between expanding our business and relocating to the UK via the study route.

I've read some quite discouraging things online especially about how UK is slowing turning into a third world country.

I sincerely need honest advise so we can make the right decision between expanding our business here in Nigeria or start the UK relocation plan.

Is the UK still worth it in 2025 considering we have to apply for two students visa.

Also, I'll appreciate other countries recommendations too. Going for UK because I was told it's the easiest to get study visa.

Thanks everyone.

Alaye better stay back here in Naija with your status if u have a thriving business. I don't think the cost of relocation worths it anymore.
In fact, many won't mind relocating back if the exchange rate drops to less than 1000 naira to a pound.
However, UK is never becoming a 3rd world country.

malachai89:
I started considering japa last month and it has been great following this thread for over a week now.

Actually what I'm looking for is a more secured future for my family. We make enough money to live great in Nigeria but currently we're in between expanding our business and relocating to the UK via the study route.

I've read some quite discouraging things online especially about how UK is slowing turning into a third world country.

I sincerely need honest advise so we can make the right decision between expanding our business here in Nigeria or start the UK relocation plan.

Is the UK still worth it in 2025 considering we have to apply for two students visa.

Also, I'll appreciate other countries recommendations too. Going for UK because I was told it's the easiest to get study visa.

Thanks everyone.

Credit to you for asking before jumping into this project.

Considering your standard of living currently in Nigeria what will you consider as ''a third world country''? The definition is perssonal hence my question.

LilChamp:



I don't have any previous Visa Refusal.
I received another nsf mail to show proof of what I have been doing since my graduation 2015.

The following day, I ed appointment letter, reference letter and NYSC certificate.

Haven't heard anything since then.

did you submit your CV earlier though

isioefe:
did you submit your CV earlier though

CV is never necessary for visa application

While the ultimate decision is yours, I’d say relocate.

Firstly, one of you can do a masters course in a healthcare field, regardless of prior education history. This can be nursing, midwifery, physiotherapy etc. Chances of getting a job after these courses are 99.99%. If you go the MSC way, it’s 2 years.

Secondly, if the other can’t go as a dependant, they can stay back and continue to run the business. When the one in school finishes, you all can be reunited.

Lastly, chances of the economy getting better soon are almost minute! Please, relocate if you can.

malachai89:
I started considering japa last month and it has been great following this thread for over a week now.

Actually what I'm looking for is a more secured future for my family. We make enough money to live great in Nigeria but currently we're in between expanding our business and relocating to the UK via the study route.

I've read some quite discouraging things online especially about how UK is slowing turning into a third world country.

I sincerely need honest advise so we can make the right decision between expanding our business here in Nigeria or start the UK relocation plan.

Is the UK still worth it in 2025 considering we have to apply for two students visa.

Also, I'll appreciate other countries recommendations too. Going for UK because I was told it's the easiest to get study visa.

Thanks everyone.

heykims:

CV is never necessary for visa application

how sure are you

isioefe:
how sure are you

Very sure
Present employment letter, payslips, work reference letter.

Hello House.


I need Help.

Please who can help me with a Domiciliary Care job with visa sponsorship from overseas. I need someone please. I have tried but I couldn't get one. I have license to drive and can easily get a car to commute. Please help me.


Please Please ...

Nkc99:


At most 2days before the school receives the funds.

I made the payment via bank transfer on 24th. They’re yet to receive the payment. Should I be worried? I’m trying to consider the holiday.

Thank you for your response.

We're considering relocation majorly because of the level of uncertainty in Nigeria currently. The country economy can run a successful business down, there has been such cases.

Also, we believe raising our kids in the UK is much better than Nigeria here.

In short, if we relocate, our business may no longer thrive as it used to because we basically handle most parts ourselves and before we take the risk, we just want to be sure we're not making a mistake.

I appreciate all contributions and advise.

Iansunderland:



This is a very intersting discussion.
If Dangote Refinery manages to bring down fuel price to, say, 500 naira per litre and inflation goes back to single digits, emigration would not be worth it for most people already doing well here.

The japa wave was never this intense when the economy was doing reasonably well and inflation was low, if memory serves.

If you're moving abroad to do something very specific with your life and career that cannot be achieved from Nigeria at this time, then go for it.
But if it's just the general "move abroad for a better life" when you already have a very good life here, I'm afraid it's the wrong move to spend so much just to move abroad and suffer a DROP in your living standards as a result.

Migration experts project that a combination of improving economic conditions in the Global South and collapsing birth rates in the West mean that in the very near future Western nations would literally have to pay immigrants to come over.

I'd say give or take in ten years' time.
You could wait till then and I'm sure you'd get a sweeter deal than those migrating now, if you still wish to do so by then.
Ultimately, the decision would be yours to make.

ETA: Just saw you'd need to apply for 2 student visas.
No, it's not worth it.
That's just far too much suffering. If you can find a program that would let you bring her as a dependant then it would be a bit more manageable.

Currently, UK is still a first world country but for how long?

From my point of view, I'm considering both short and long term outcome of our decision to move to the UK.

Inflation, employment, transport, rate of immigration. Indians are running parts of the country and also it's clear Universities are making living off international students.

What will be the long term effect of these?

heykims:

However, UK is never becoming a 3rd world country.

heykims:

Very sure
Present employment letter, payslips, work reference letter.

Do work reference letters need to be addressed to the ukvi please?

jesmond3945:
i dont think you understood the write up. Do you know that the man that sells in african shop can link you up? Were you live, get nigerians who are already working, tell them to give you link. If no one is giving you link thats because they sense desperation from you. I know new nigerians that come in, they wont even say how you are doing, first thing they would tell you is job job job. Even when they get job, they wont even say thank you or call you as before. When you reach out to them, is always complain or guy how far now find me better job. So no one wants to put up with such. You have to gain people's trust and they will link you up.

Stop blame game and move on..
The job issues was a general thing right now things changed

Josmila:


Do work reference letters need to be addressed to the ukvi please?

Yes chief

malachai89:
Thank you for your response.

We're considering relocation majorly because of the level of uncertainty in Nigeria currently. The country economy can run a successful business down, there has been such cases.

Also, we believe raising our kids in the UK is much better than Nigeria here.

In short, if we relocate, our business may no longer thrive as it used to because we basically handle most parts ourselves and before we take the risk, we just want to be sure we're not making a mistake.

I appreciate all contributions and advise.

People choose to relocate for lots of reasons.
The kids is one of them.
It's a very valid reason to want to move - to afford your kids another citizenship.

Ultimately, the decision is yours to take.
Whichever one you choose is ok, provided you give it your best shot and effort for maximum success.

Again, nobody can choose for you.
We can only weigh in with hot takes and factors to consider.

If e too hungry you just do am. Damn the consequences lol.

Everybody is on a totally different trajectory - it may be that you might never really make it in Nigeria, or you might never really make it outside Nigeria.

that often the greater the uncertainty and risk, the higher the potential reward.

Run your numbers and follow your heart!
Some move, make a ton of money, then come back to invest.
If you move and home starts calling, you can always come back, whether coming back big, or coming back small.
At the end of the day, home will always be home.