Where is VFS Office In Johannesburg
About VFS Office
The inspiration to create VFS Global came to Zubin Karkaria while working with Kuoni Group, which was one of the world’s leading travel companies. The long waiting times for visa applications and growing piles of administrative work for the embassies led him to conceptualize a unique solution – outsourcing the administrative part of the process. Outsourcing visa processing meant improved and more personalized service for applicants with better physical and technological infrastructure. For the Embassies/Consulates, it meant a lower security risk because of less crowded consulates, cost efficiencies, and the ability to focus on the essential decision-making stage of the visa process. While setting up the service was relatively easy, convincing the first government had a long gestation period
Location of VFS Office In Johannesburg
1st Floor Rivonia Village, Corner Rivonia Boulevard and Mutual Road, Sandton, Johannesburg, 2196, South Africa.
frequently asked questions (FAQs).
How long does VFS visa Take South Africa?
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.
How do I book a VFS appointment in South Africa?
If you wish to schedule an appointment via email, you can do so by using the web form. Please note: VFS Global will only collect your Personal Information for the sole purpose of scheduling an appointment.
How long does it take for VFS to approve visa?
Application processing times
Reminder: Do allow at least 15 days for visa processing. Applications cannot be submitted more than 6 months before the departure date for short stay visa applications and more than 3 months before the departure date for long stay visa applications.
How much is VFS appointment fee in Ghana?
You should make a partial payment Ghs 173.00 for VFS Global service fee online, when booking an appointment.
Can you go to VFS in South Africa without appointment?
Partnering with governments across the world, we support visa applicants through the entire application process. Please be advised that you do not need to book an appointment, simply attend the Visa Application Centre to begin your application.
Can I enter 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 many days does South Africa visa take?
However, based on the experiences of applicants, upon payment of a non-refundable fee of N32, 671, they are informed that it would take a minimum of 15 working days for the processing to be completed. Payment of the said sum, it was discovered, does not still guarantee a response within the stipulated 15 working days.
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 long does it take for VFS to deliver passport?
If you were advised on the day of your interview that your application is successful, you should allow approximately 7 to 10 working days for your application to be processed. If additional information or documentation was required in your case, you must allow additional time.
How do I know if my visa is approved in South Africa?
Track an application
Check whether this service is available at the Visa Application Centre you are visiting. 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 date of birth (DOB) to access this service.
Does VFS reject visa?
The decision to refuse the visa includes the reasons on which the refusal was based. You can appeal the refusal. The appeal must be submitted within 15 days of the receipt of visa refusal to the Consulate that decided to refuse the visa.
How many months does it take for visa to be approved?
Nonimmigrant visa applicants are encouraged to apply at least three (3) months in advance of the intended date of travel. So remember, apply early! Although visa processing time is typically three working days, processing time for specific cases may vary due to individual circumstances and other special requirements.
How do I know if my visa application was successful from VFS?
Once your application is submitted, you can track its progress through VFS Global’s online tracking service. The status will be updated as and when your passport is ready for collection/delivery. Please be advised that VFS Global cannot track your application while it is being assessed within an embassy or consulate.
How much is UK visa walk in appointment in Ghana?
UK student and spouse visa fees requirements from Ghana in 2023 are R467, and R1,980, respectively. The cost of priority (visit, student, work) visa service in Ghana is R322.
How long does it take to get UK visa in Ghana?
Family visa applications are currently taking 24 weeks from visa application centre appointment for applicants of the spouse, partner or family visa. The Home Office has stated it is endeavouring to reduce processing to 12 weeks within 2023.
What should I wear to a VFS appointment?
Applicants should avoid wearing light-colored clothing instead bright-colored clothing is recommended. If you have temporary injuries on your fingers, you’re advised to wait until your injuries have healed.
How much is VFS fees?
Kindly take note of the following: A service charge of Php 1150 and Php 1210 in VFS Manila and VFS Cebu for Short Stay Visa application and Php 1950 for Long Stay Visa Applications, respectively is levied per applicant on top of the Visa Fee. All fees is collected online during the appointment.
What documents are needed for VFS?
Valid passport or travel documents
Current original passport with an expiry date of at least three months after expiry date of the visa and must have at least two (2) blank pages. I If you renewed the passport less than a year, submit your previous passport as well (copy of every page with a visa or a stamp on it).
How many days before should I book visa appointment?
How early should I apply for the visa? Applicants should apply as early as possible keeping in mind the average processing times and their intended date of travel. Most countries accept visa applications up to 90 days before your date of travel.
Does VFS do interview?
Vfs Global Services Interview Rounds and Process
There were 2 rounds in my interview. The process started with Resume Shortlist round and ended with One-on-one as the second and final round. I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed before Dec 2021.
Can I take my passport from VFS?
Non-Courier Case: you will be able to collect your passport from the Visa Application Centre where you submitted your application, between 9:00 to 17:00 by presenting the original receipt. Representatives will need to present the original receipt along with an authorization letter from the passport holder.
Can I take photos at VFS Global?
Our friendly staff are available to photograph you, during your visit to the Visa Application Centre, ensuring that you have a photograph that meets the quality standards required for a visa submission.
Does a Ghanaian need a visa to South Africa?
Ghanaians looking to travel to South Africa for a temporary stay may apply for a South African visa. A visa application must be submitted prior to travelling to South Africa.
Why are visas taking so long in South Africa?
Backlog and Visa Processing Times
We all know that there’s a massive backlog in South Africa, that’s why the Department of Home Affairs keeps on extending certain deadlines. There is also a massive backlog due to the centralization attempt from the overseas missions.
Is South Africa visa easy to get?
The South African visa application form is intended to be straightforward and take a matter of minutes to complete. Applicants are expected to answer a series of basic questions by entering their name, address, date of birth, and passport details.
How do I know if my VFS received my passport?
You can track your passport/documents via online/web chat/helpline number/email provided below. To track your passport/documents online, you’ll have to enter the Tracking ID number mentioned on the receipt received from the Visa Application Centre, and your Date of Birth.
How long does VFS take to process application?
Applications are processed in the order of receipt. Processing usually takes 15 business days from receipt by the Embassy of a complete application and may take longer during peak times and in exceptional circumstances.
What time does passport collection start at VFS?
Applicants can collect their passport between 8.30am – 16.00 pm Monday to Friday, except declared holidays. This service can be opted/requested for at the counter while submitting the visa application or can be opted/requested upon your arrival at the centre during the above mentioned date – time.
Does VFS make visa decisions?
VFS is responsible for services offered to customers in the Visa Application Centre and is not part of the decision-making process.
How can I track my VFS visa application in South Africa?
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.
Does VFS approve visa?
VFS Global is responsible for scheduling appointments, acceptance of applications, acceptance of visa/attestation and logistic fees, submission of applications at the Embassy and returning the passport/documents back to the applicant/s. Document Attestation is a service provided by VFS Global Services Pvt.
How do I know if my visa is ready for pickup?
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.
How do I know if my visa is approved?
At the end of your immigrant visa interview, the consular officer will inform you whether your visa application is approved or denied. Some visa applications require further administrative processing, which takes additional time after the visa applicant’s interview by a consular officer.