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Emirates 24/7
20-05-2025
- Business
- Emirates 24/7
Dubai becomes home to world's largest visa application centre
VFS Global, the leader in trusted technology services, empowering secure global mobility for governments and citizens, has announced the launch of its flagship Visa Application Centre in Dubai's Wafi City, marking the opening of the largest visa application facility in the world. The centre was inaugurated by Helal Saeed Almarri, Director-General of Dubai's Department of Economy and Tourism; Mohammed Ahmed Al Marri, Director-General of the General Directorate of Identity and Foreigners Affairs - Dubai; and Zubin Karkaria, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of VFS Global Group. Helal Saeed Almarri said, 'This milestone is more than an infrastructure achievement — it reflects the strategic direction Dubai is taking to enhance global mobility, unlock access to opportunity, and accelerate growth across our visitor and business economy. As we advance the goals of the Dubai Economic Agenda D33, strengthening seamless access to and from Dubai remains a priority. "Visa facilitation is a key enabler of talent attraction, tourism development, and international partnerships — all essential levers of our strategy to position Dubai as the world's most connected and future-ready city.' Mohammed Ahmed Al Marri said, 'Today, we witnessed the inauguration of a new milestone in the journey of excellence pursued by the UAE in general and Dubai in particular, with the opening of the world's largest Visa Application Centre, located in the heart of Dubai, a city that continuously redefines innovation. "This achievement embodies a true reflection of the directives of our wise leadership towards strengthening the nation's position as a global hub for smart services and establishing a unique model for delivering government services with high efficiency and quality.' Zubin Karkaria, in turn, said, 'Operating in the UAE since 2004, our journey has been defined by our unwavering commitment and a deep-rooted connection with this dynamic nation and its visionary leadership. In these two decades, we have witnessed the spectacular growth and development of the UAE to become a preeminent global hub of business, thought leadership, technology development and innovation. In line with the rapid development of Dubai, today we are pleased to launch the world's largest Visa Application Centre, serving over 200 nationalities.' At nearly 150,000 square feet, the centre is equipped to handle up to 10,000 visa applications daily – a capacity that stands as the highest for any single location – and is supported by a skilled and diverse team of over 400 trained professionals from more than 25 nationalities. Follow Emirates 24|7 on Google News.
Trade Arabia
20-05-2025
- Business
- Trade Arabia
VFS launches world's largest visa application centre in Dubai
VFS Global, the global leader in trusted technology services, empowering secure global mobility for governments and citizens, has launched its flagship Visa Application Centre in Dubai's Wafi City, marking the opening of the largest visa application facility in the world. The centre was inaugurated by Helal Saeed Almarri, Director General, Dubai's Department of Economy and Tourism; Mohammed Ahmed Al Marri, Director General, General Directorate of Identity and Foreigners Affairs - Dubai; and Zubin Karkaria, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, VFS Global Group. Helal Almarri said: 'This milestone is more than an infrastructure achievement — it reflects the strategic direction Dubai is taking to enhance global mobility, unlock access to opportunity, and accelerate growth across our visitor and business economy. As we advance the goals of the Dubai Economic Agenda D33, strengthening seamless access to and from Dubai remains a priority. Visa facilitation is a key enabler of talent attraction, tourism development, and international partnerships — all essential levers of our strategy to position Dubai as the world's most connected and future-ready city.' Mohammed Al Marri said: 'Today, we witnessed the inauguration of a new milestone in the journey of excellence pursued by the UAE in general and Dubai in particular, with the opening of the world's largest Visa Application Centre, located in the heart of Dubai, a city that continuously redefines innovation. This achievement embodies a true reflection of the directives of our wise leadership towards strengthening the nation's position as a global hub for smart services and establishing a unique model for delivering government services with high efficiency and quality. We believe that continuous development is not an option, but rather a commitment to a more prosperous future.' Karkaria added: 'Operating in the UAE since 2004, our journey has been defined by our unwavering commitment and a deep-rooted connection with this dynamic nation and its visionary leadership. In these two decades we have witnessed the spectacular growth and development of the UAE to become a preeminent global hub of business, thought leadership, technology development and innovation. 'In line with the rapid development of Dubai, today we are pleased to launch the world's largest Visa Application Centre, serving over 200 nationalities in this Year of Community. Working closely with Emirati Entrepreneurs and Emirati Artists, the centre captures and reflects the multicultural fabric of the country that we are proud to call our Global Headquarters.' Designed to meet the surge in outbound travel and rising expectations for security, accessibility, and convenience, the state-of-the-art Dubai centre sets a new global benchmark — built not just for today, but for the travel demands of tomorrow. At nearly 150,000 square feet, the centre is equipped to handle up to 10,000 visa applications daily – a capacity that stands as the highest for any single location – and is supported by a skilled and diverse team of over 400 trained professionals from more than 25 nationalities. Key features of the centre include: • Tech-enabled self-service kiosks, secure lockers, photo booths, and photocopy stations for last-minute needs • Touchscreen info kiosks, QR code-based check-ins with automated feedback at each visa desk • More than 400 on-site staff equipped with tablets to assist applicants, supported by trained volunteers for form and kiosk help • Intuitive, airport-style navigation with clear signage, spacious waiting areas, and a buggy service for easy movement • Dedicated prayer rooms, kids' play areas, and various convenience zones ensuring a truly customer-centric experience • ESG-compliant design with energy-efficient systems and fast-track lanes for seniors, families, and persons with disabilities With rising outbound travel from the UAE, personalised services like the Premium Lounge have become the preferred choice for applicants seeking enhanced comfort and convenience. Of the 200+ submission counters at the centre, 79 are exclusively available as Premium Lounges. The centre is one of the few globally, and just two in the UAE, to offer the Platinum Lounge service, which includes a personalised experience with chauffeur service, end-to-end application support, and a calm, modern setting. – TradeArabia News Service
Time of India
30-04-2025
- Business
- Time of India
VFS Global launches CSP assistance service for Germany visa applicants in Bengaluru and Kochi
VFS Global has introduced an optional Consular Services Portal (CSP) Assistance Service for Germany for student and vocational training visa applicants in Bengaluru and Kochi, as per the official statement by the company. The new service is designed to provide applicants with step-by-step support in registering, completing forms, and submitting documents through the Consular Services Portal. #Pahalgam Terrorist Attack The groundwork before India mounts a strike at Pakistan India considers closing airspace to Pakistani carriers amid rising tensions Cold Start: India's answer to Pakistan's nuclear threats This service is aimed at making the visa application process more efficient by guiding applicants through the CSP registration, form filling, and document upload process in a single visit to the Visa Application Centre (VAC). VFS Global staff will assist applicants in completing the application form and uploading the necessary documents, ensuring accuracy and eliminating the need for multiple visits. The service is available only to student and vocational training visa applicants in Bengaluru and Kochi. It provides an affordable and secure alternative to unauthorised third-party agencies that often overcharge for similar services. Play Video Pause Skip Backward Skip Forward Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration 0:00 Loaded : 0% 0:00 Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 1x Playback Rate Chapters Chapters Descriptions descriptions off , selected Captions captions settings , opens captions settings dialog captions off , selected Audio Track Picture-in-Picture Fullscreen This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Opaque Semi-Transparent Text Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Caption Area Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Drop shadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Start Commodity Trading Today with This Free Masterclass By Hiral ! TradeWise Learn More Undo Achim Burkart, Consul General of the Federal Republic of Germany in Bengaluru, emphasised the importance of the service in improving the visa application experience. "With the introduction of VFS Global's new optional Consular Services Portal (CSP) Assistance service, applicants now have the option to receive personalised support throughout their visa journey. This service is designed to enhance convenience and ensure a seamless experience for long-term visa applicants," he said in the official statement. (Join our ETNRI WhatsApp channel for all the latest updates) Yummi Talwar, Chief Operating Officer for South Asia at VFS Global, explained that many applicants often rely on unauthorised third parties to complete tasks such as form filling and document scanning. Talwar added in the official statement, "To ensure a secure, affordable, and accessible alternative, VFS Global is introducing an optional assistance service at the Visa Application Centre (VAC) designed to assist applicants in navigating the CSP platform with ease." Live Events To access the service, applicants can book an appointment online. Once the appointment is confirmed, they will visit the VAC, where VFS Global staff will guide them through the process, ensuring that they retain full control of their application. While the CSP Assistance Service is optional and comes at an additional cost, it does not affect the processing time or the likelihood of a favourable visa decision.
