VFS Global and Supporting Documents Submission [closed]

1. What documents are required to collect passport from VFS?
2. What is the time to collect passport from VFS?
3. What happens if you miss your VFS appointment?
4. Can I go to VFS without appointment?
5. How do I submit my passport to VFS?
6. How many days will it take to get passport after visa approval?
7. How can I check my VFS visa status?
8. How do I know if my visa is approved?
9. How do I know if my visa is ready for pickup?
10. What should I do if I missed my biometrics appointment?
11. How long does VFS visa take?
12. How can I track my VFS passport courier?

What documents are required to collect passport from VFS?

Passport Collection Procedure

• Original Payment Receipt of the applicant(s)
• An original signed and certified authorization letter from the applicant (please click here)
• A photocopy of the applicant's ID.
• The original ID proof of the authorized person.
• A photocopy of the ID proof of the authorized person.

What is the time to collect passport from VFS?

Collection of your passport

Passport Collection is between 16:00 - 17:30 Monday to Friday, except declared holidays.

What happens if you miss your VFS appointment?

If you miss your appointment on the scheduled day, you will be able to book a new appointment only after 24 hours from your original appointment date. You can reschedule your appointment only for a future date. An appointment can only be rescheduled twice.

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 submit my passport to VFS?

Upon receipt of the Passport Request Letter, you'll have to submit your original passport, along with the Passport Request Letter, passport bio page (2 copies) and VFS consent form, at the Visa Application Centre.

How many days will it take to get passport after visa approval?

If you opted to pick the passport from the 11 service centers then the passport has to be collected within 14 days; or if you opted for one of the 22 Blue Dart Courier service locations then the passport has to be picked within 7 days; otherwise it will be sent back to the Embassy or Consulate.

How can I check my VFS visa status?

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 last name to access this service.

How do I know if my visa is approved?

1. Overview. If your visa application is approved, your passport and visa will be available for pick up at the U.S. Embassy. ...
2. 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. ...
3. Required Documents for Passport Retrieval.

How do I know if my visa is ready for pickup?

If your visa application is approved, your passport and visa can be collected from the pickup location you selected when you scheduled for interview appointment. When your passport is available at selected location you will receive an email and an SMS that your passport is “Ready for Pick Up”.

What should I do if I missed my biometrics appointment?

First, if the missed appointment was recent (less than a week ago), you can simply check the “request for rescheduling” box midway down the application and mail it to the address shown. USCIS will send you a new biometrics notice, but it might take several weeks to do so.

How long does VFS visa take?

When will I get my visa? In most cases, you will be informed within 15 calendar days whether your application has been successful. Sometimes it can take up to 30 days if more time is needed, and up to 60 days in exceptional cases, for example if extra documents are required.

How can I track my VFS passport 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.