The Royal Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has recently awarded VFS Global the prestigious global tender to provide visa and residence permit services in 52 countries worldwide.
This new agreement solidifies VFS Global’s role as the sole service provider for the Government of Norway in regions spanning the Americas, Australasia, China & Hong Kong, Europe & CIS, Middle East & North Africa, Russia, Belarus & Armenia, and South Asia.
Duties and Process Clarification
VFS Global will be responsible for managing front-end administrative duties, including the collection of application forms and required documents, as well as the enrollment of biometrics.
It’s important to note that VFS Global does not participate in the decision-making process and lacks insight into the final decisions made by the embassy/consulate.
Where You Can Apply for a Norway Visa
The 52 countries where VFS Global will handle Norwegian visa and residence permit applications include:
| Region | Countries |
|---|---|
| Americas | Argentina, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Dominican Republic, USA |
| Australasia | Australia |
| China & Hong Kong | China, Hong Kong |
| Europe & CIS | Azerbaijan, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kosovo, Russia, Serbia, Ukraine |
| Middle East & North Africa | Algeria, Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, UAE |
| South Asia | India, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka |
| Africa | Cameroon, Egypt, Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Malawi, Nigeria, Senegal, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda |
Must Read: VFS Global to Process UK Visas in 142 Countries
Official Comments
Chris Dix, Head of Business Development at VFS Global, expressed delight at the prospect of continuing to serve as the Government of Norway’s sole service provider. Highlighting the strength of the partnership, Dix welcomed the opportunity to renew services in existing locations and reaffirmed the commitment to providing top-quality services globally.
This marks the eighth global contract win for VFS Global this year, showcasing the company’s dedication to delivering excellence to client governments.
Strong Partnership Since 2014
VFS Global, a trusted partner of the Government of Norway since 2014, has successfully managed nearly 1.5 million applications on behalf of Norway. The Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed its anticipation for a continued smooth and professional collaboration, citing the effectiveness and fruitfulness of the existing partnership.
Global Recognition for VFS Global
This contract win comes closely after VFS Global’s appointment to manage the UK Government’s visa and passport services across 142 countries, and their success in securing a biometric collection service mandate with Australia and a visa service contract renewal with Sweden.
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