When Your U.K. Visa Expires... Dealing with Anxiety, Job Rejections + Planning For The Inevitable

Hey, fam! so good to see you here. In this video, I share in detail what my experience was like dealing with a visa expiry and having to go back to Nigeria. I talk about the challenges, dealing with job rejections and things I did to help me transition to life in Nigeria after my UK student visa expired. Hopefully, this encourages someone.
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TIME STAMPS
0:00 Introduction
3:04 19th March 2021
7:31 Dealing with job rejections
9:14 Financial plan
10:48 Job plan and networking
11:41 Community
12:48 Personal branding and visibility
13:57 Prayers and guidance
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[@Jaay2022]

First here ❤ I remember vividly

[@ChideraPeters]

Hiiiii! Welcome 🤗♥️♥️

[@taiwoolugbile]

This brings back so many memories for me. I was in the US for 9 years and had to leave to Nigeria within 60-150 days after I lost my job on a work permit. And I was not going to marry for the papers. So I summoned all the faith and trust I had in God, and I can tell you that everything worked out perfectly. I got married to my primary school classmate, traveled to Canada for my Masters, finished and got a manager job in a government organization. Now waiting for my PR process to be completed by God’s grace.

[@LearnWithJay-Reis]

Men your story is deep oo

[@theocobby5807]

Very touching😢, God is always at work 🙇‍♂️

[@chibuzorhenryochu9967]

This was me in Spring of last year. Been applying for sponsorship jobs since 2021 January that I moved in as a student and every time UNFORTUNATELY 😢! My visa was to expire 31 May 2023 and as at 10th of May 2023, I didn’t know my left from my right. To even worsen it I had an academic setback that disqualified me from applying for the PSW which was the only option left. I became depressed 😔! Developed eating disorders ,put on a lot of weight and everyone who saw me thought I was healthy and doing alright without knowing what was going on with me. But on the 27th of same month, Chai 😢 God! I got a call from one of the numerous interviews I had in the past and that call changed my story! Now I’m relaxed in my good Skilled Worker job with long term stability. Worked on my shape and eating disorder and now back to my normal old self again. Abroad life especially when you are single no be joke ohhh. It’s always ONLY YOU,YOUR GOD and your Struggles . Chidera was right! IT DOES GET BETTER WITH TIME! Never stop believing! ❤❤

[@Value357]

I tap into this grace

[@healtharena48]

See grace at work... I tap into this for my family!!!

[@Mojolaoluwa123]

Hiiii Chidera, I must first say that I am so happy and super proud of you. I remember I followed your journey back then and I just can’t imagine how you were able to pull through that season, you have always been an inspiration and I know GOD is set to do a lot through you. Thank you so much for sharing this video and for being a blessing to so many people out there.❤️

[@Prissy-vn8fk]

Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us. What a timely video. I'm very happy for you sister. Your name came through for you - Chidere indeed. Congratulations once more.

[@dichaine]

Sending everyone going through this phase strength! 🤗 Like CP said, you will get through it.. Don’t wait until time is about to run out to pivot.. Apply violently try not to internalize the unfortunately!! No gree!!!!!!

[@oshanesmith8847]

OMG, just looking at u now and then... I remember that video as watched it and many others. It's such blessing to see your progress and to see how God has kept u through it all... Keep the videos coming, love the story!!! ❤❤❤

[@shalomojo4969]

You are one of the realest persons I have known… The video came at the nick of time. Thanks a million for sharing your experience with us and encouraging us.❤

[@ChideraPeters]

Aww you’re welcome Shalom ♥️

[@kvnnichiwa]

What a video of sheer honesty, you’re amazing!

[@ChideraPeters]

Thank you so much!

[@Ericasmom]

Chidera, I understand the stress you have to go through it to really understand, I've been there God came through 🙏

[@user-ef1mw4qe4t]

Thanks Dera, This video was timely! Can you please make a video on how to transition from what you study in school to a new field like what you did..❤

[@freespirit3972]

It's been a long time coming, I remember that video vividly. Cheers to progress. 🥰

[@ChideraPeters]

Yesss cheers 🥂

[@victoreleanya4375]

Thanks for sharing this. Currently experiencing this. It’s not been easy

[@AliceArsenio675]

One of the best video in this channel ❤

[@chinejoe4009]

Thank you dear. Nice and encouraging content

[@user-ry6lm1bb3l]

Thank you soo much Chidera you’ve been really helpful from day one .

[@ChideraPeters]

You are so welcome

[@onyi__]

God is amazing- your life is a testimony ❤️

[@akiomoulu5899]

Thanks for sharing,this is very inspiring ❤

[@FavourBabajamu]

Thank you so much for sharing your experience 🥹. God bless you

[@ChideraPeters]

You are so welcome

[@nene_amacx]

Thanks for putting this out. Just thank you.

[@ChideraPeters]

My pleasure!

[@bukolajanet8748]

I watched your videos then, i was in Nigeria and they really encouraged me

[@ChideraPeters]

Oh thank you

[@obiomaeduvie]

You are amazing, honestly. It is well

[@ChideraPeters]

Yes it is well ✨✨

[@jumokebabatope]

Thank you for sharing ❤

[@mumu_6494]

God bless you and keep your family, this is so on time 😭

[@ChideraPeters]

Awww Amen and you’re welcome

[@enohagofure]

Thanks for sharing ❤

[@gladyssakyiama3951]

Very encouraging.thanx Chi. Can you also please make a video on how you started your KZbin channel,how to monetize your KZbin and the ups and downs involved. Thank you

[@LearnWithJay-Reis]

Just buy a camera stand and a ring light and start doing videos don't waste time search and asking questions . JUST DO IT .

[@bbylimbs4199]

Well said!

[@onyi__]

You should do a clothing haul😍your top looks really good on youu

[@ChideraPeters]

Aww thank you so much

[@n-silverose6244]

My dearooo is really discouraging at the end of the day na unfortunately but God pass them

[@ChideraPeters]

Yes just stay hopeful, it’ll all work out eventually

[@xploredi3343]

Man!!! Life is not that serious ooo. If you are going back to Nigeria because your visa is expired, don’t break down. Let God be God!! I know it is easier said than done.. Cheer up and come up with plan B. I always say this, it mustn’t be the UK. If not for anything, the UK is living on past glory. Core brits are leaving and we Africans are crying because of what??? A stay! Phewwww

[@chideralindy3737]

Thank you so much for sharing this. Which community do you suggest or where can one find communities for jobs and career development

[@Believer-ui2hx]

This video is so timely, the process is tiring.

[@judithekhagbai2543]

This is me right now… God if not for me, for the sake of my kids do it for me 😢, my mental health has been deteriorating, with the constant unfortunately emails from job rejections. It is well. .

[@ChideraPeters]

I’m so sorry you’re going through this at the moment. I pray it gets lighter ✨

[@judithekhagbai2543]

@@ChideraPeters Amen 🙏, thank you.

[@gbemispace9253]

THANK YOU

[@0j0chenemi]

Thank you so much 🙏 where can i see communities to join

[@diplomatdiplomat2800]

Thanks for this encouragement. It looks like there's an issue with the other hand. Did you have an accident?

[@ijeoj]

She’s holding a mic. She has no issues with her hand. 😊

[@chideragmarizu]

When i was applying for the care worker role, i applied to over 400 jobs, a couple weee successful but I got my share of eejections that got me massively depressed. It was so tiring

[@olamideoyeyemi9888]

I like to ask this question please, at what time did you know you could come back to UK on his visa? 2. How did you feel when you knew and was it that time you put your all in the relationship? Thank you

[@victorianwaneshi8895]

My love

[@EmmanuelDom]

This was my life Jan 30th 2024where my leave to remain expired as a student. And I couldn’t apply for a PSW. My mental health was at -100. Go back to Nigeria? When I came here for greener pastures? Where do I start from when I get to Nigeria? That’s why I believe when you are in the uk, you need to be up to date with information and immigration advice.

[@chibuzorhenryochu9967]

So did you become overstayer? How did you pull through?

[@EmmanuelDom]

@@chibuzorhenryochu9967 applied for another type of visa

[@hellenschannel9535]

​@EmmanuelDom What type of visa? Can you share please?

[@emilojuomotola6361]

​@@EmmanuelDomplease,what type of visa abeg share with us🙏🏿

[@GbengaMalomo]

What type of visa can one apply for apart from psw

[@afiaappiah9275]

Sis😭 I am in this season

[@RUYINAETENGsMEDICDIARY]

Almost 100 rejections? That will crush anyone's mental health!

[@ChideraPeters]

Yes and many international students actually experience worse 😰

[@gistwithJemima]

😢

[@ifadablessingomouyi4077]

I experience nothing less than 15 rejections weekly. I am very optimistic it will get better

[@RUYINAETENGsMEDICDIARY]

@@ifadablessingomouyi4077 so sorry to know this. I've experienced same and it can have a dent on self esteem/mental health. I wish you all the best🙏

[@estysheg5667]

I remember your journey..I was in naija then but I've been in uk now since 2022. The journey has not been easy but it gets better with time. I also love the fact that your hubby didn't reveal his status to you then..guess he wants to be sure of you

[@ChideraPeters]

lol yeah something like that. I guess he wanted to be sure I was in the relationship for real 😂 or maybe it just didn’t come up

[@dupeshomorin7606]

It's not easy

[@Chinwe_]

Please what is the name of the community you joined online when you went back to Nigeria

[@Chi_Som]

Dropping a comment just to get notified if she answers

[@tokeskitchen3830]

Omg

[@graciakinyanjui6937]

is post study visa still available..

[@chichiduruamata5343]

Yes, but they are looking at reviewing it to 1yr not sure though

[@amandajones6557]

I really want to join a community. Help a Sister.

[@user-yn1cz5sf8j]

Is it better to go back to Nigeria or rather just work illegally ?? Which one is better

[@victoredwards3959]

@user-yn1cz5sf8j . Staying in Uk as an illegal immigrant is not a good idea. Go back to Nigeria and find an alternative country to go to, if Nigeria is not for you . But remember as you get older, the more difficult it gets.

[@starlizgold7339]

Trying to follow the story, but how were you dating a man for 4 months that you didnt know his settlement or visa status...hmmmm

[@chiomaanaeze2535]

Thank you @chidera_peters for this video. This is the phase I am in and exactly how I am feeling. Job rejection depression is real😢

[@ChideraPeters]

Sending you BIG hugs 🤗