The British High Commission in Nigeria has urged its customers who require a visa to to apply online at www.visa4uk.fco.gov.ukThe Visa Sections in Abuja and Lagos accept on-line visa application forms for all categories of UK visas, and it is an award winning application service where applicants can complete their visa application forms online. Links to the service are available at the following website: www.vac-ng.com

A statement by British High Commission Operations Manger, Jason Ivory said the on-line application process ensures that a visa applicant provides all the information the High Commission requires to consider their application. Customers will be able to complete the application form on-line by following the step-by-step instructions.

He added that as part of the process "you will make an appointment to visit one of our Visa Application Centres (VACs) operated by VFS where you will bring a copy of your completed on-line application, a photograph, supporting documentation that is required and pay for your visa."

Mr. Ivory said online applications are dealt with as a priority resulting in customers having to spend less time at the VAC.

He said British High Commission in Nigeria will continue to accept the hand written application forms, which should be submitted in person at one of the four Visa Application Centres in Abuja, Lagos (Victoria Island), Ikeja and Ibadan.