The services mentioned here are optional. To use them, you will need to pay an extra fee in addition to the visa application fee. You must pay this extra fee when you attend the visa application centre only.
SMS Service - track your application
SMS news updates will be sent to you informing you of the status of your visa application. Once purchased you will receive several automated feedback messages to your mobile phone informing you what stage your application is within the process. The service supports the transfer of SMS text in English and re-assures you that your visa application is progressing towards the final stages of the visa application process. At the end of the process you will receive an automated email message to your registered email address, informing you that the UK Border Agency has made a decision on your visa application and your documents are now ready to be returned.
You can buy this service for
400 Naira only (VAT included) at the same time you submit your visa application form, supporting documents and biometric data at the visa application centre.
Note: This value added service is optional and is available only in Nigeria for local SMS only.
The service works only for GSM mobiles.
Please read the
SMS Service Disclaimer carefully before applying for this service.
VFS premium service lounge facilities are available at the Visa Application Centers in Lekki, Lagos and Abuja.
The premium service lounge offers:
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Separate lounge with personalised service by dedicated staff |
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light refreshments |
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Faster submission of applications at the visa application centre |
Important: This service does not imply or guarantee in any way that applicants using the premium service will have a faster turn around time or be successful in their visa application. All visa applicants must meet the requirements of the UK immigration rules.
What does it cost?
The premium service lounge facilities are charged at 10,000 Naira- including taxes. This charge is in addition to the visa application fee.
How do I book?
Please use the contact details below to book an appointment:
| Lekki, Lagos |
Abuja |
Ikeja, Lagos |
| 08079890017* |
08079890019* |
08079890047* |
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* Local call charges applicable in Nigeria.
Timings - The service is available from 8 am till 3 pm.
Photocopying service
There is a photocopying service at the visa application centre for a fee of 20 Naira for each photocopied sheet.
Photograph service
There is a photograph service at the visa application centre for a fee of 800 Naira for 8 photographs that meets UK Border Agency photograph standards.
