Zimbabwean social media personality and entrepreneur Mai TT, real name Felistas Murata, has released a press statement clarifying the circumstances surrounding her recent deportation from the United Kingdom.
Her message, laced with her characteristic candor, aims to dispel rumors and assure her fans that she's safe and will return home soon.
Facing Visa Hurdles and Misconceptions
Mai TT acknowledges her fans' concern and assures them of her well-being. She clarifies that she wasn't banned from entering the UK for ten years, as some rumors suggested. Instead, the issue stemmed from a visa misunderstanding. Apparently, upon arrival in the UK, immigration officials suspected her of working illegally based on the beauty products she had brought for clients who had already paid online.![]() |
Mai TT Addresses Deportation Drama: Sets the Record Straight on UK Visa Issues |
Despite explaining that these sales were pre-arranged and not conducted within the UK, officials deemed her activities a form of employment requiring a different type of visa.
Seeking Asylum Not an Option
The statement emphasizes Mai TT's refusal to seek asylum in the UK. She maintains that she has no intention of residing there permanently and simply wants to visit and conduct business related to her cosmetic line. She highlights the frustration of having her travel plans disrupted due to a visa technicality.A Learning Experience: Adapting and Moving Forward
Despite the setback, Mai TT remains optimistic. She views this as a learning experience and plans to obtain the appropriate visa for future trips. In the meantime, she will resort to shipping her products to clients in the UK instead of carrying them personally.Taking Aim at Rumors and Negative Forces
The press statement also hints at unnamed individuals who might be behind the visa complications. While Mai TT doesn't elaborate on their identities, she expresses determination to prove them wrong and return to the UK following the proper visa procedures.Gratitude for Support and a Focus on the Future
Mai TT concludes her message by expressing gratitude to her lawyer and her loyal customers. She assures them that she will resume sending orders upon returning home. This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of having the correct travel documentation and the challenges faced by international business owners navigating visa regulations.As Mai TT embarks on this unexpected detour, her fans eagerly await her safe return and her continued success as a social media personality and entrepreneur.