Vfs Global

VFS Global performs what used to be a sovereign function of consular, passport and visa services. The law gives it a de-facto monopoly, making it impossible for competition to come up. Given this context, there’s a strong case for the competition regulator to investigate the company’s practices to see if the consumer is really the king here 

VFS Global signs agreement with Saudi Arabia for visa services

Through this partnership, VFS Global will cater to about 8,000 employees and delegates, as well as personnel of subsidiary government institutions under the Ministry, the outsourced visa and consular services provider said in a statement.

Emirates introduces pre-approved visas for Indians travelling to Dubai. Here's how

Emirates' service is available to Indian passport holders possessing a valid six-month visa for the US, US Green Card, EU Residency, or UK Residency.

VFS Global renews pact with Norway to offer visa, residence permit services in India, overseas

VFS Global has worked with the Norway government since 2014 and handled nearly 1.5 million applications on its behalf.

Applying for Schengen visa is 'soul-crushing', says investor: '1 page print for Rs 150'

'The amount of paperwork for a Schengen visa is insane!' Ujjavala Bothra, an investor who wants to travel to Norway, wrote.

Thailand govt renews pan-India visa application processing mandate with VFS Global

VFS Global will cater to travellers from India across visa categories through visa application centres and drop off centres as per the jurisdiction of the Royal Thai Embassy in Delhi and the Royal Thai Consulate Generals in Chennai, Kolkata and Mumbai

Schengen visa issues saw Indian travellers turn to SE Asia, West Asia in April-June

However, with the end of the summer vacation cycle in India, and more international routes opening up post-COVID restrictions, demand is expected to taper back and spread out across other countries.

Explained | Why are visas from some countries facing delays in processing?

Visa processing time for some nations in the continent and the United Kingdom has risen to four to ten weeks at the moment, which has forced many would-be travellers to cancel flights and bookings.

As more customers look at foreign travel, visa processing firms feel the pressure

Stringent regulations laid down by governments across the world are resulting in longer wait periods for visa processing. Also, visas for those looking to leave Ukraine, working professionals and students are getting priority over tourist visas.

VFS Global customers preferring premium services after COVID-19: Pranav Sinha

Indian travellers are preferring travel services that enable them to submit visa applications from the comfort, convenience and safety of their homes or offices, reducing human touch points and possible exposure to the coronavirus

Indian travellers to Ukraine can now enroll in biometrics at VFS Global Visa Application Centre

The mandate for biometric enrolment services came into effect from January 4, 2022, and the service will be available for all 26 visa categories VFS Global accepts for Ukraine, including tourism, work, business, family reunions and study.

Despite dip in visa frauds in 2018, VFS Global wants applicants to be careful

Last year, the company received over 560 complaints regarding fake jobs or immigration offers.

US, UK still popular choice for Indian travellers: VFS Global

Even though the Indian market is fairly price-sensitive, the global trend towards personalisation is seen gaining popularity. Travelers are willing to spend more if it means the services offered will be more customized to their preferences.

This global company is behind Delhi govt's plan to provide doorstep delivery of services

Debkumar Bandyopadhyay, the project head of the Delhi government scheme, tells Moneycontrol how the project was conceptualised and executed

Gulf Air, VFS Global tie up to launch tourist visa service

As part of this service, Gulf Air travellers having return tickets can apply online for a Bahrain visa or through the airline's local sales office with the required documents 30 days prior to travel period, a release said.