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Appointment issues for Schengen visa in the New York Center (VFS office)

Appointment issues for Schengen visa in the New York Center (VFS office)
  1. How do I contact VFS Global New York?
  2. Can I go to VFS without appointment?
  3. How do I book a VFS appointment?
  4. Can I get Schengen visa without interview?
  5. How can I track my VFS Courier?
  6. How do I track my VFS visa?
  7. When can I collect passport from VFS?
  8. How early can I book visa appointment?
  9. Can I collect my passport from VFS on Saturday?
  10. Can I book biometrics appointment online?
  11. How do I book my biometrics appointment?

How do I contact VFS Global New York?

You may call us via phone Monday to Friday, 8:00 to 20:00 hours EST for assistance with completing your application:

  1. Passport Services: +1 800 320 9625 *
  2. Other Services (OCI, Renunciation, GEP): +1 800 320 9693 *

Can I go to VFS without appointment?

Walk in Without Appointment

If you are in need of making an application on an urgent basis, or are running out of time to submit your visa application, walk into the centre and opt for this service. The VFS Global will process your visa application without a pre-booked appointment.

How do I book a VFS appointment?

For submission of your Schengen visa application at your nearest Visa Application Centre, please schedule an appointment at VFS Global by telephone (022-67866013) or online. Tel. 011-44 199 143 (Mon - Thu: 13:30 - 16:30 hrs.) Mon - Fri: 08:30 - 11:30 hrs.

Can I get Schengen visa without interview?

If you hold an ordinary Indian passport and are planning to travel to one of the Schengen states, obtaining a pre-visit visa is absolutely necessary.

How can I track my VFS Courier?

You can track your application via online/web chat/helpline number/email. To track your application 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 do I track my VFS visa?

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.

When can I collect passport from VFS?

Opening hours

Business hoursSunday to Thursday09:00 - 15:00
Passport collectionSunday to Thursday15:00 - 17:00
Walk-in hoursSunday to Thursday09:00 - 15:00
Passport collection for groupsSunday to Thursday

How early can I book visa appointment?

Appointment wait times

Nonimmigrant visa applicants are encouraged to apply at least three months in advance of the intended date of travel.

Can I collect my passport from VFS on Saturday?

Passport Collection is between 16:00 - 17:30 Monday to Friday, except declared holidays. ... Applicants unable to collect in person may authorise another person to collect the passport on their behalf.

Can I book biometrics appointment online?

Please note that emergency biometric appointments cannot be scheduled using the online appointment system. To schedule an emergency biometric appointment, please do so by calling the VAC Contact Centre or by visiting the VAC in person.

How do I book my biometrics appointment?

online by either clicking the link to book an appointment from your UKVI account or by clicking the link in the UKVCAS account setup email you have been sent. by phone by calling the UKVCAS Premium Support Line on 0844 8920232 (Calls cost £0.04 per minute) plus your provider's access charge.

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