Russia to Begin Collecting Biometric Data from Foreign Travelers at Borders Starting December 2024

The Russian government has approved a pilot program requiring foreign nationals and stateless individuals to provide biometric data for border crossings, beginning December 1, 2024. The initiative will be...


Vietnam launches new electronic visa portal

Starting November 11, 2024, international travelers to Vietnam will be able to apply for their electronic visa (e-Visa) through a new portal. The Vietnamese Ministry of Public Security's Immigration Depar...


Thailand extends visa-free entry for Indian travellers

Thailand has indefinitely extended its visa-free entry policy for Indian nationals. Originally set to end on November 11, 2024, this policy now allows Indian visitors to stay in Thailand for up to 60 days ...


Notice Regarding China Visa Applications Submitted by Travel Agencies or Representatives

VFS has received the list of travel agents and companies successfully registered by the Consulate General of the People’s Republic of China in Mumbai. The acceptance of visa applications submitted by ...


Important Notice: Visa Category Selection for Swiss Visa Appointments

According to information from the Embassy of Switzerland, applicants are advised to select the appropriate visa category carefully when scheduling their appointment. Visa applications will only be accept...


New Document Submission Limits for Portugal Embassy Attestation

Effective October 30, 2024, the Embassy of Portugal in New Delhi has established that VFS will accept a maximum of ten (10) documents per day for attestation and legalization. Applicants are advised t...


Belgium VFS Mumbai VAC is relocating

Effective 04 November 2024, VFS Belgium Visa Application centre in Mumbai, will perma...


Swiss Biometric data notice

All diplomatic representations of the Schengen member states in India have to capture the biometric data (finger scans and facial image) of persons applying for a Schengen visa. The data will be kept in th...


Mandatory Biometric Data Requirement for Italy D Type Visa Applications in Mumbai

Starting January 11, 2025, applicants applying in the Mumbai jurisdiction will be required to provide biometric data for all "D type" visa applications, as mandated by Law Decree 145 issued on October 11, ...


Hungary Visa Application Form revised

Hungary Visa Application Form revised Click here to access the visa application form....