VFS Global and RushMyPassport have joined forces to simplify passport and visa services for U.S. and Canadian travelers. This collaboration offers a seamless process for new applications, renewals, and lost passport replacements, making travel preparation easier than ever.
The Consulate General of Italy in Bengaluru, in collaboration with VFS Global, has launched a dedicated visa application centre to streamline services for Indian travelers. Located in Vasanth Nagar, the new facility aims to meet the rising demand for travel to Italy with faster processing and specialized visa services.
VFS Global has renewed its partnership with the Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Finland, making it easier for individuals to apply for Finland visas and resident permits. The company will continue to provide essential services like biometric enrollment, document verification, and application submission in 32 countries across 10 regions worldwide.
VFS Global has been appointed as the new commercial partner for UK visa services in 26 countries, replacing TLScontact. The transition will take place between September 2024 and January 2025. If you are applying for a UK visa from one of the affected countries, you will soon receive email communications from both TLScontact and VFS Global.
The Embassy of India in Riyadh has informed that the Passport Seva Portal will be down for maintenance from 16:30 hours (Saudi time) on 19 October 2024 to 03:30 hours on 21 October 2024. During this time, essential services like EC, PCC, and Tatkal passport services will not be available.
Indonesia has appointed VFS Global as the exclusive service provider for its e-Visa on Arrival (e-VoA) facility, aiming to simplify the visa process and boost tourism. Starting from December 2024, travelers from 97 eligible countries can apply for their e-VoA online, making travel to Indonesia easier and more convenient.
VFS Global has secured a contract to provide Hungary visa services in nine additional countries, boosting its partnership with Hungary to a total of 28 nations. Starting October 7, 2024, residents of Qatar can conveniently submit their visa applications at a new center in Doha.
The UK government has announced changes in visa application services, shifting commercial partners in Africa, Europe, the Middle East, and Central Asia. Learn how this impacts visa applications, appointments, and fees, with no effect on decision times.
Australia has launched the Australian Immi App, enabling visa applicants from select Pacific countries to submit biometrics via smartphone. Meanwhile, VFS Global now handles biometric data collection for Australian visa applications in Europe and Sub-Saharan Africa.
VFS Global has been appointed to provide biometric collection services for Australian visa applicants in Europe and Sub-Saharan Africa. The company will establish 23 Australian Biometric Collection Centers in 13 countries by February 2025. This expansion makes VFS Global the exclusive biometric collection service provider for Australian visa applicants worldwide.
