A private company that operates visa application centers on behalf of Russian embassies in many countries. Handles document submission and biometrics collection.
VFS Global is a private outsourcing company that operates visa application centers (VACs) on behalf of Russian embassies and consulates in numerous countries. Instead of visiting the embassy directly, applicants in many countries submit their visa documents through a VFS Global center.
Services provided by VFS Global:
Countries with Russian VFS Global centers include: UK, India, South Africa, Thailand, Malaysia, and many others. Not all countries use VFS — some still require direct embassy visits.
Important to know:
VFS Global is NOT affiliated with the Russian government — it's a commercial company contracted to handle administrative processing. Your actual visa decision is still made by Russian consular officials.
No. VFS Global is a private company that handles document submission on behalf of the embassy. They don't make visa decisions — that's done by Russian consular officials.
It depends on your country. In some countries, VFS is the only option for submitting documents. In others, you can go directly to the embassy or consulate.
The fee charged by a Russian consulate or embassy for processing a visa application. Varies by country, visa type, and processing speed.
The most common visa type for travelers visiting Russia for sightseeing, cultural events, or visiting friends. Valid for up to 30 days with single or double entry.
A visa for business travelers visiting Russia for meetings, negotiations, conferences, or work-related purposes. Valid from 1 month to 1 year with single, double, or multiple entries.
The collection of fingerprints and digital photographs required by some Russian consulates as part of the visa application process.
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