NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 7 – VFS Global, a leading outsourcing and technology service provider for governments and diplomatic missions, has surpassed the milestone of processing 300 million visa applications globally.
In the past five years alone, the firm handled 100 million applications, showcasing resilience despite the pandemic’s travel slowdown from 2020 to 2022.
In 2023, VFS Global processed 24.1 million applications, a 35 percent increase from 2022, and averaged approximately 100,000 applications daily from January to May 2024.
“Over the past year, we are honored to have secured key contracts, including exclusive partnerships with UK Visas and DHA Australia, and renewals with Germany, Finland, Portugal, and Japan,” said Zubin Karkaria, Founder and CEO of VFS Global Group.
VFS Global partners with 70 governments, maintaining over 15-year relationships with 25 of them.
In 2023, it secured a record seven global visa outsourcing contracts, further reinforcing its reputation for secure and innovative solutions.
Pioneering innovation, VFS Global introduced 16 digital solutions, built eVisa platforms for 12 governments, and processed over 144 million biometric enrollments since 2007.
The organization is leveraging GenAI capabilities to enhance customer experiences, supported by AI hubs in Mumbai, Dubai, and an upcoming center in Berlin.
The company’s achievements underline its commitment to advancing visa application processes through cutting-edge technology and robust service delivery.
