It has been quite difficult to stay "normal" in the past couple of days as our relocation plans start heating up. Every day we do our best to take one step closer to our move and I have to say, it has been a real chore.
For now, our plan is pretty simple and straightforward; we'll be moving to the UK for my wife to school while I support her quest for higher education by working to provide for the home. It is a task that I'm very familiar with and absolutely relish the opportunity to do it.
Our move to the UK isn't permanent and for the most part, we'll let the future worry about itself. One thing for sure is that our relocation to the UK is going to be a very financially draining process that will absolutely stretch us to our limits.
The most difficult part about this move is the fact that I'll most likely have to sell off virtually every asset in my possession. It looks set to stretch us to our limits and while leaving to the UK will improve our lives in the long run, we will ensure that we derive maximum value in all our activities.
Drained
So far, we have taken one step towards our plan to move to the Uk and one of them involved travelling through the perilous route between Abuja and Kaduna to run a TB test. There are only two recognised health centres in Lagos and Abuja that run an internationally acceptable clinic for TB tests, so we hit the one that is in Abuja.
Getting the TB test sorted out is one important step towards our move and in some way, it is an indication of our intent. So, the next step is to pay a deposit required for something they call CAS.
Anyway, the most important thing is to have the funds debited from my bank account and therein lies the problem. You see, Nigeria is currently embroiled in a serious Forex crisis that prevents citizens from accessing Pounds and other foreign currencies in the country.
So, to make the initial payment, we filled out a form and now we wait for the debit to come through. So, Nigeria is outrightly telling you that even if you have enough to pay your fees, you can't still achieve your target.
The final part is raising our living cost; first of all, we'll obviously need it for settling into the new country and secondly, we need to show a bank statement that proves we have the funds in our account and that looks to be the real issue.
I've made some calls to friends and family members about our current predicament. We're working towards an early December exit, as this gives my wife more time to settle into the school and also more time to find a small place.
At the end of the day, the most important thing is that we're both on the same page and we're trying to make it work. I reckon it'll be tedious but worth it in the long run.
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I think it's awesome that you're backing your wife in that way which will be enriching for the both of you. I too would love to live in "Blighty" someday.
I spent 24 hours there back in 2017 on my way to Germany, and liked what I saw in Birmingham, which seemed a more mixed city, filled with different cultures.
The cost of living in the UK is much lower than it is here in the United States, so I could do more with less.
My friends say that Bath and Nottingham are nice, but for some reason none of them liked Hull. I was just happy to visit a country that I've loved from afar my entire life and someday home to visit again. Godspeed on your move! :)
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We're working towards Cambridgeshire, it's outskirt of London. The school is Anglia Ruskin University.
Definitely worth it. If the situation is as perilous as you describe it, then you are better off chasing your dreams elsewhere. Furthermore, at least I know I can crash on your sofa when I come to watch Man United.
Better hope you guys win whenever you come because there won't be any crashing. My trolling tends to be loud 😄
Good luck in your endeavors!!! I hope everything works out well for both of you!!!
I hope this will work out in good for you my friend. Good luck to you and your wife and more money to sustain your living in UK
As it is now in Nigeria, nothing beats JAPA plans except if one is well established with a touch of Political connection and money.
I wish you success in your plans. Yea! It'll be draining and tasking now, but it will be totally worth it.
The Cost of living in most parts of UK and US is quite expensive, but we don see shege in Nigeria already so I believe its something that you'll overcome, especially when you're able to get a job over there.
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Sorry bro, I'll try to do a little. I hope you guys can settle strong over there. I've been hearing about that forex stuff, ih dey weak me I swear but nothing much we go push past.
Congratulations brother, I will emulate you some day for sure.
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Wow I'm so impressed that you are traveling to London, the city of global finance lol. Say hi to the new king lol, or not hahaha.
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greetings @belemo _
I hope that very soon you will be able to move and be in a more quiet and safe place, which will provide more welfare for you and your family.
Moving to a new place always involves a lot of tasks that are undoubtedly rewarding in the light of the road.
Thanks mate. I hope it all works out in the end
That's a huge fucking step bro! **Respect and lots of love to you guys. ❤️
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Good to see you're making progress!
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Yeah, not only the relocation costs, but the cost of living in general. Life in the UK is considerably more expensive than Nigeria...
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