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WTTC partners with VFS Global to launch ‘Together in Travel’ SME initiative
In a landmark move to boost small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the global travel industry, the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has launched its Together in Travel SME initiative, with VFS Global proudly joining as a Founding Partner
VFS Global partners with CzechTourism
VFS Global has been appointed as the destination representation partner for CzechTourism in India to showcase Czechia’s diverse travel experiences and unique attractions
VFS Global: Filipinos may still apply for Japan visas via travel agencies
Filipino travellers applying for Japan visas may still submit their applications through an accredited travel agent even when VFS Global opens its Japanese visa application centre (JVAC) on 7th April.
VFS Global’s new Indonesia e-Visa on Arrival official platform goes live for 97 nationalities
VFS Global's new Indonesia Electronic Visa on Arrival (e-VoA) platform, is now available for nationals of all the 97 countries eligible for e-VoA, including Japan.
VFS Global’s new Indonesia e-Visa on Arrival official platform goes live for 97 nationalities
VFS Global has launched its new user-friendly and efficient online platform to make Indonesia’s Electronic Visa on Arrival (e-VoA) application process seamless for travellers, promote inbound tourism, and enhance overall customer experience.
VFS Global appointed to deliver Moldova Visa from India
VFS Global, the world’s outsourcing and technology service specialist for governments and diplomatic mission worldwide was appointed to deliver Moldova visas in India.
Indian nationals were the largest group to receive UK visas
Indian nationals were the largest group to receive UK visas for Visit, Study and Work categories in the year ending June 2024, said Lindy Cameron CB OBE, British High Commissioner to India, at the inauguration of the new state-of-art UK visa application facility operated by VFS Global in Delhi on 12 November 2024.
UK visa services in Sub-Saharan Africa are now available through VFS Global
Residents of the Democratic Republic of Congo, Cote D’Ivoire, Gabon, Gambia, Madagascar, Mauritius, and Seychelles, travelling to the UK can now book appointments to submit their visa applications through VFS Global’s new state-of-the-art Visa Application Centres.
VFS Global to provide Visa Services for Finland
The Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Finland has awarded VFS Global the global tender to provide visa services and Resident Permit Services in 32 countries including India.
VFS Global wins Hungary visa services contract
Effective 7 October 2024, residents of Qatar can submit their Hungary visa applications from a VFS Global Visa Application Centre in Doha.
VFS Global certified ‘Great Place to Work’ in the UAE and KSA
Further highlighting the organisation's commitment to its people and practices, VFS Global has been Great Place To Work® Certified™ in the UAE and KSA (from September 2024 to September 2025).
Qatar Incentive Programme for UAE Travel Agents returns in its second edition
In partnership with Visit Qatar, VFS Global’s Tourism Services Unit presents the second edition of the ‘Qatar Incentive Programme’ for 2024, exclusively for travel agents and tour operators from the UAE.
Visa applications in India surpass pre-pandemic volumes in H1 2024
Robust pent-up demand for outbound travel from India for the first time went past the pre-pandemic levels in H1 2024 (January to June 2024).
VFS Global appointed to deliver Algeria visa services from India, Nepal and Sri Lanka
VFS Global has been appointed to manage submission and collection for Algeria visa applications in India, Nepal and Sri Lanka.
Demand for the ‘Visa At Your Doorstep’ service grew by 20% across Middle East & North Africa in H1 2024 v/s H1 2023
VFS Global’s Visa At Your Doorstep solution, which provides visa application services at the applicant’s home or office, has witnessed a 20% growth in demand from travellers, both from Middle East and within the UAE, in the first half of 2024.
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