6 Ways to Beat Study Abroad Deadlines: An International Student Guide

Are you in a dilemma because your study abroad plan is racing against the deadline? The fear of losing out on your admission can leave you in a bad situation if you don't know what to do.

Pay4Me has prepared a guide to help international students beat their study abroad deadlines. So whether you are looking for funds to complete your tuition fees or have challenges making your payments, Pay4Me got you covered. 

Apply for an International Passport 

You cannot leave Nigeria if you don’t have a valid passport. If you have your passport, double-check the expiration date. Ensure that the passport has at least six months before renewing it.

If you have consistently used the passport for overseas purposes, you need some blank pages available. If you don't have a passport, you should begin the process of getting one at least six months ahead of your relocation. 

Here are some of the documents you need for your passport processing:

·         Local government letter of identification

·         Birth certificate/ age declaration

·         Two recent colour passport

·         Guarantor’s form sworn to before a commissioner of Oaths/ Magistrate/ High Court Judge

·         Police report case if you have a missing passport

Gather Your Documents

Transcripts can make you lose your admission if you don't start the process with your school months before your study abroad process. However, as an undergraduate student,  you should begin with your O' Level certificates like WAEC or NECO results.

Pay4Me advises that you do this at least six months before your study abroad processing.

Submit Your Application Early

Do not wait until a week before the deadline to submit your application to a school. The competition to fill courses is fierce, and you don't want to struggle with others to earn a spot.

Ensure that you complete every application process early and submit relevant documents, including recommendation letters, to your school early.

Use a Reliable Financial Platform to Make Payments

Pay4Me App has supported hundreds of international students stuck by CBN Form A and those who want peace of mind when making international transactions.

Whether you want to pay for your SEVIS, WES, application, or tuition fees, Pay4Me has one of the most reliable payment platforms for international students. You don’t have to worry about your school receiving your payment late or losing your admission when you make payments with Pay4Me App.

Here are other steps you can take in regards to your finances before relocating abroad:

·        Set up an online account

You may not depend on your local bank account when you relocate abroad. Try to set up an online bank account to manage your funds when you travel. You can use your credit cards or ATM/debit to get cash in the local currency.

·        Communicate to study abroad plan with your local bank

Pay4Me recommends that you notify your local financial institutions that you want to travel overseas. If you don't inform them, banks can lock you out of your account during transactions abroad. 

·        Keep some extra cash

The first few weeks you spend abroad may seem strange to you. If you don't want to make common financial mistakes, ensure that you keep some extra cash to help you survive before you can learn about your new country's way of doing things.

You can withdraw cash from the airport if you cannot pick up physical cash before your trip.

Are You in Need of Student Loans?

Pay4Me has made it possible for economically disadvantaged international students to travel abroad with student loans. 

Can an international student get a student loan? Pay4Me has collaborated with MPower Financing to offer Nigerians and Ghanaians an opportunity to receive student loans for their studies abroad.

How do international students receive funding? When you download Pay4Me App, you can begin your process of obtaining a student loan.

Visit a Consulate’s Travel Doctor

You should do your medicals ahead of your travel. You don't have to wait until the last minute before you do your medicals. The stress of rushing to do things may not work in your favour.

Gather your medical records to help you with an emergency before this test, especially if you have an underlying health condition. In addition, you should have the latest up-to-date disease information about your chosen destination. 

Don't forget to carry enough prescription drugs to last for months before you can begin buying from your new country. Talk to your local doctor or hospital when preparing your medical needs abroad. You should do this on time to give them time to serve you better.

Make Your Visa Fee With Pay4Me App

Pay4Me has made it easier for you to make your visa fee payment seamlessly. In addition, you enjoy a competitive exchange rate when you use the app for such payments.

What are you waiting for before you download the Pay4Me App? Start your study abroad process with us and have your study abroad plans become a reality with our services.