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Thank you

Firebox123:
congratulations 🎉

lekefew:
Why do they need a visa to transit through though? I have had layovers severally in without it.
Also, i know that you will only need a visa if you are transiting through 2 EU countries. E.g Lagos to Amsterdam to paris to london, since both Amsterdam and paris are inside EU coutries, that is when you will need a visa. But as long as you are only crossing 1 EU country, you do not need a visa as far as i know (Also as long as you will not be leaving the airport obviously)

If you’re flying any EU airline to the uk and you don’t have a Canadian , USA , Schengen, Japan visa you will need a transit visa. This started since brexit.

lekefew:
Why do they need a visa to transit through though? I have had layovers severally in without it.
Also, i know that you will only need a visa if you are transiting through 2 EU countries. E.g Lagos to Amsterdam to paris to london, since both Amsterdam and paris are inside EU coutries, that is when you will need a visa. But as long as you are only crossing 1 EU country, you do not need a visa as far as i know (Also as long as you will not be leaving the airport obviously)

Pls you are reporting old news. You can not use Air or klm from Nigeria to UK without the Schenghen visa— or Japan,USA,Canada—things have changed in the last 2 years. 1 stop or 10 stops—- doesn’t matter.

Apologies, I have a 10 year canada visa, I didn't know know it was the one doing the magic for me. We learn everyday. Thank you

giselle237:

Pls you are reporting old news. You can not use Air or klm from Nigeria to UK without the Schenghen visa— or Japan,USA,Canada—things have changed in the last 2 years. 1 stop or 10 stops—- doesn’t matter.

lekefew:
Apologies, I have a 10 year canada visa, I didn't know know it was the one doing the magic for me. We learn everyday. Thank you

You’re welcome

Hello Everyone,
Today makes it 15working days after i completed my biometric, however instead of being notified of the decision, I got this email

"Regarding your visa application we are unable to make a decision on your application within published visa processing times.Do not UK Visa and Immigration, we will you if we require more information. Please be assured that we will continue to progress your application to make a decision as soon as possible."

Please what does this imply as I need to travel on or before June 4 for a Medical exam in the UK? Beyond this date the Visa is of no use

They need more time to make a decision on your application.

inspiredhill:
Hello Everyone,
Today makes it 15working days after i completed my biometric, however instead of being notified of the decision, I got this email

"Regarding your visa application we are unable to make a decision on your application within published visa processing times.Do not UK Visa and Immigration, we will you if we require more information. Please be assured that we will continue to progress your application to make a decision as soon as possible."

Please what does this imply as I need to travel on or before June 4 for a Medical exam in the UK? Beyond this date the Visa is of no use

Hello.
Please has anyone used the Port Harcourt centre for biometric capturing Vis a vis UK visa recently.? If so, how was the entire process like, please. I'm thinking of using there and I just want to have an idea if I should proceed. Thank you.

Can an unstamped statement of be used? One printed from app?

jmoore:
Can an unstamped statement of be used? One printed from app?

Yes, so long as it carries the bank name and the customer's details.

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Here’s a clear breakdown of the visa refusal reasons in that screenshot and what they mean in simple :

1. Income vs. Planned Spending
You earn ₦352,000/month but plan to spend £700 (about ₦1.5m) on the UK trip.
ECO's concern:
They believe your income doesn’t realistically this level of travel expense. Even though you claim to spend only ₦60,000 monthly on living expenses, the jump to ₦1.5m for travel looks suspicious unless your savings or income can clearly it.

2. Sponsor's Finances Are Overstretched
Your husband (the sponsor) is also funding other family .
ECO's concern:
Even though your husband has a UK visa and is sponsoring you, the ECO thinks:

His income may not be sufficient to sponsor the entire family.
His financial responsibilities seem heavy, so they question whether he can actually afford to fund this trip.
They view this as over-reliance on your sponsor, which is often flagged when the sponsor s multiple people.

3. Weak Personal Ties to Nigeria
You haven’t shown strong enough personal or economic reasons to return.
ECO's concern:
They don’t believe:

You have enough ties (like property, stable job history, or dependents) to make you return after the trip.
You showed compelling evidence of ongoing obligations that would bring you back to Nigeria.
4. Doubt About True Intentions
They don’t fully trust that your stated reasons match your circumstances.
ECO's concern:
Because of the above financial doubts and weak ties, they suspect you might not return after visiting the UK — even if that’s not your actual plan. This causes refusal under Paragraph V4.2(a) and (c) (about genuine visitor intention and likelihood of returning home).

What to Fix if Reapplying:
Clarify travel budget:
Show clearly how you can afford the £700 without struggling or relying too much on your husband.
Include savings proof or reduce the travel cost.
Strengthen ties to Nigeria:
Employment letter, leave approval, or business registration with proof of activity.
Mention any children, property, education, or community responsibilities.
Your husband (sponsor):
Provide his salary slips, savings, and a clear breakdown of how he can afford the entire trip for the family.
Add a signed sponsorship letter stating exactly what he will cover.
Consistency in documents:
Make sure every financial claim matches what’s on your statement and your application form.


GOODLUCK

champagne00:
Funny, got a response last night and it's laughable.

The first reason is my dads address and I do not live with him anymore since I opened the when I got into the university and graduated already, also my dads address was clearly filled in the form for family.

The second reason I do not understand because I have been saving for a long time and when GTBank moved their CBS redeposited my money that's why the opening balance is high, not even for the UK, opening balance is money that you have saved till the point the bank statement started. Plus, I was even transacting on the and the remaining balance was about 3.5KGBP and I said I had 5K GBP in savings so included my salary statement which had $6K and clearly shows my salary coming in and transaction made as well.

I even included different pictures of me and my dad, family (even picture with my aunt that invited me we took when she was in nigeria) also me at my work place because I still traveled there this year.

How to fix it:

Go to the bank and update your address to match what’s in your visa form.
In your next cover letter, clearly explain:
“The address discrepancy was due to outdated banking records. My current residential address has now been updated and is consistent across all documentation.”


High Balance Without Explanation

“Your bank statement shows a large opening balance of $12,323.88 USD... not in line with your stated monthly income... no explanation provided for this.”
ECO’s concern:

The balance seems too high compared to income, and no explanation was offered.
They suspect the funds may have been temporarily placed there to look good for the visa.

What’s missing:

Source of funds (e.g., savings history, investment withdrawal, inheritance, salary buildup).
A statement explaining how that balance was accumulated over time.
How to fix it:

Include a brief written explanation for the source of the $12,000+ (was it from savings? business? family gift?).
If possible, attach ing documentation (e.g., gift transfer receipt, investment liquidation proof).

For someone that wants to travel to UK for a sibling's graduation, what documents are needed?

We are suffering in this country oo. port privilege is REAL.
My 2 year old son is a Canadian port holder. He didn't have to apply for a UK visa with me, my wife and daughter and be queuing for biometrics at VFS. But I found out we still needed for apply for ETA for him, it says it takes 3 working days on their website and could sometimes take longer. I applied today which is a Sunday and i was hoping by end of the week at least we should get a response, only for me to apply and get approved in literally 10 seconds, before i could finish reading the payment successful message and close the tab, the approval email dropped. The worst part is, the approval was automated, nobody had to check the information i even provided.

lekefew:
VISA GRANTED
Just received from GiG, 6 months visa issued for a family of 3, first time applicant

lekefew:
We are suffering in this country oo. port privilege is REAL.
My 2 year old son is a Canadian port holder. He didn't have to apply for a UK visa with me, my wife and daughter and be queuing for biometrics at VFS. But I found out we still needed for apply for ETA for him, it says it takes 3 working days on their website and could sometimes take longer. I applied today which is a Sunday and i was hoping by end of the week at least we should get a response, only for me to apply and get approved in literally 10 seconds, before i could finish reading the payment successful message and close the tab, the approval email dropped. The worst part is, the approval was automated, nobody had to check the information i even provided.

I can rant about this for ten days continuous 😂😂😂😂😂. I did same for mine too it came immediately for my daughter. Funny thing even some people with guayana port they have visa free travel here for six months and they also now need ETA and it’s same swift approval for them. God help us with green port

jmoore:
For someone that wants to travel to UK for a sibling's graduation, what documents are needed?

- Documents that show relationships with your sibling.

- Evidence of employment like employment letter & payslips.

- Evidence of funds

- Documents to show home ties

- Evidence of family ties

- Other documents that you feel might help your application

Above all, try as much as possible to convince the ECO (visa officer) that you are a legitimate traveler and that you will return home at the end of your itinerary.

Debbieeeeeee:


I can rant about this for ten days continuous 😂😂😂😂😂. I did same for mine too it came immediately for my daughter. Funny thing even some people with guayana port they have visa free travel here for six months and they also now need ETA and it’s same swift approval for them. God help us with green port

I guess that of Guyana is new because I recall that my friend was unable to attend his junior sister's wedding in Canada in 2016 due to visa problems.

Ashirioluwa:


- Documents that show relationships with your sibling.

- Evidence of employment like employment letter & payslips.

- Evidence of funds

- Documents to show home ties

- Evidence of family ties

- Other documents that you feel might help your application

Above all, try as much as possible to convince the ECO (visa officer) that you are a legitimate traveler and that you will return home at the end of your itinerary.

Thank you.

Please for someone that applied for skilled worker visa - construction, is an interview expected after biometrics? I need a real life experience because ChatGPT says no.

Hello good people in the house

Pls for those who have done biometric since inception of u k VFS global,what are the things you took alone for your biometric after self ing of all your documents for visit visa?

My own is in two weeks time I want to no exact thing I will take alone after self ing of documents

A copy of your port
Checklist
Appointment letter

onile1975:
Hello good people in the house

Pls for those who have done biometric since inception of u k VFS global,what are the things you took alone for your biometric after self ing of all your documents for visit visa?

My own is in two weeks time I want to no exact thing I will take alone after self ing of documents

Ashirioluwa:


I guess that of Guyana is new because I recall that my friend was unable to attend his junior sister's wedding in Canada in 2016 due to visa problems.

Travel to Canada requires a visa for Guayanese nationals, while travel to the United Kingdom does not. We were discussing visa-free travel for specific nationals to the United Kingdom, not to Canada. His son is a Canadian citizen and I added that even Guyanese nationals only need ETA and it comes in less than a minute.


https://www.gov.uk/guidance/check-when-you-can-get-an-electronic-travel-authorisation-eta?utm_source=chatgpt.com

@onile1975

How soon where you able to secure a date for biometrics after making payment and submitting your application?

Thank you.

onile1975:
Hello good people in the house

Pls for those who have done biometric since inception of u k VFS global,what are the things you took alone for your biometric after self ing of all your documents for visit visa?

My own is in two weeks time I want to no exact thing I will take alone after self ing of documents

Oh wow, been checking but missed your reply. can you please share the link you used here? Was it for aiprort transit visa too? Will be very much appreciated please

sanyaolurilwan:
Tls down for more than a week now? I don't know where you for this information from, but I have paid and book appointments for 2 people within the last 7days. Check well...

Mattycoke:
A copy of your port
Checklist
Appointment letter

@ mattycode thanks


Pls what are they going to do with checklist since it is among the documents I ed?

Tourist visas

https://visas-fr.tls.com/country/ng

Anny4tt:
Oh wow, been checking but missed your reply. can you please share the link you used here? Was it for aiprort transit visa too? Will be very much appreciated please

Thank you so much

sanyaolurilwan:
Tourist visas

https://visas-fr.tls.com/country/ng

onile1975:


@ matty.code thanks

Pls what are they going to do with checklist since it is among the documents I ed?

Your checklist is not required, port and appointment letter are sufficient.

Hello,
Good Morning
Please what do I need to take along to pickup my port from VFS? I've always use courier dispatch buy due to negative reviews of gig, I decided I'll pickup myself this time.

Thanks in advance.

@BruceXavier..

Did you get a response?

Have you booked your biometrics?

BruceXavier:
As of today, what's the earliest appointment date for either VI or Ikeja?

Secondly is there a way to check this without necessarily accessing the portal to book an appointment?

If someone is living with his or her parents.

What should be filled in "Do you own it or rent it?

I think it's rent it.

jmoore:
If someone is living with his or her parents.

What should be filled in "Do you own it or rent it?