How do I schedule a VFS appointment?

How do I schedule a VFS appointment?

To schedule your visa appointment, you will first need to register with VFS Global here. Click on “New User?” and then enter your first and last name, email address, phone number, and create a password. Then hit submit. You will receive an email to activate your account.

How much is VFS service fee?

SERVICE FEES In local currency, this amount is approximately 2,588 INR. A convenience fee of INR 165/- is also applicable. Information: the return of your travel document by courier service is mandatory and included in the VFS service fees. The service fees must be paid online.

How can I check my VFS visa status online?

You can also track your visa application status online. Use the Reference Number present on the invoice/receipt issued by the Visa Application Centre along with your last name to access this service.

What is VFS Global process?

Without biometrics information, your visa application will not be processed. Your fingerprint scan and facial scan will be captured. A digital fingerprint scanner will collect images of all 10 fingers, and at the same time a digital photo will be captured. This is a quick, discreet and non-intrusive process.

How long does VFS visa take?

As a legal rule, a decision on a visa application is taken within 15 calendar days. This period may, in individual cases, be extended to up to 30 days and, exceptionally 60 days, if a more detailed examination of your application and/or additional documents are required.

Can I walk in to VFS without appointment?

Walk In Without Appointment* If you need to submit your visa application on an urgent basis, walk into our Visa Application Centre and opt for this service. VFS Global will process your visa application without a pre-booked appointment.

How do you pay for VFS?

The service fees must be paid online by Debit or Visa Card while booking your appointment. The VFS center offers optional services, click here. Optional services can be paid at the VFS center or online when booking your appointment.

Does VFS accept cash?

Mode of Payment of VFS Global fees: Payment of Canada Visa Application Centre Service Charges and optional additional services. In person – By Cash Deposit at the Bank with Passport number as Reference / Debit or Credit Card along with submission of application.

Does VFS charges for biometric?

Such applicants have to pay the Package Transmission fee (even for the initial package transmission) as no biometric fee is being collected from such applicants. All applicants who are submitting paper applications (with or without biometrics) will need to pay the assisted service – paper application fee.

How do I know if my visa is approved?

Visit the official visa website of the country of visit. Find the option of tracking the visa application status. Enter the acknowledgement number or passport number and the date of birth. Following that, enter the captcha code and click ‘submit’.

How can I check my visa status with passport number?

To check your visa status, here’s what you need to do:

1. Visit the portal: https://smartservices.ica.gov.ae/echannels/web/client/default.html#/fileValidity.
2. Click on the “Passport Information” tab.
3. Select “Visa”
4. Enter your Passport number and Passport expiry date.
5. Select your nationality.

Can I check my visa status online?

Check the Status of Your Visa You can check the status of your application any time at this website: https://ceac.state.gov/CEACStatTracker/Status.aspx. Please wait at least three business days following your visa interview to check on the status of your application.

What is VFS full form?

VFS Global, also known as “Visa Facilitation Services Global,” is an outsourcing and technology services company for governments and diplomatic missions worldwide. The company manages visa and passport issuance-related administrative and non-discretionary tasks for its client governments.

Does VFS take interview for visa?

During the examination of an application, the Embassy/Consulate may call the applicant for an interview. If you should be called for an interview, please contact us to schedule the date and time.

How long visa process takes?

The entire visa application processing takes somewhere between two weeks and four months, depending on the type of visa. Please check what visa category you are going to need to have enough time left for the application process.

What are the documents required for VFS?

Only the travel document will be returned.

• Application. 1.1 A completed and signed Schengen visa application form. …
• Travel Documents. 2.1 A passport or other travel document. …
• Evidence of legal residence. …
• Photo. …
• Proof of travel. …
• Proof of health insurance. …
• Visa. …
• Payment.

How do I submit my passport to VFS?

In person – You’ll have to bring your original passport, passport bio page (2 copies), along with the passport request letter to the Visa Application Centre. To submit your passport at the Visa Application Centre, you’ll have to pay a service charge for Package Transmission.

How many days will it take to get passport after visa approval?

When you will get your passport back after the visa interview depends on various factors such as workload, holidays, etc. It takes around 2-3 calendar days after the interview to get the passport and visa delivered.