SMS Services :

At VFS Global, we constantly strive to offer a range of hi-end services to enhance customer satisfaction. As part of our constant and on going endeavor to add value to applicants’ experience, it is our privilege to offer the latest hi-tech SMS service, an express route to know the status of your visa application at your fingertips.

Easy to use, this revolutionary SMS service once purchased will launch an automated confirmation feedback message to the applicant’s mobile phone, at various stages of the visa application life-cycle. The service supports transfer of SMS in English/Arabic and assures an applicant of his/her equanimity, with convenience at their finger tip. Additionally, this user-friendly service will be followed up with an automated email message to the applicants email id informing them of the status of their Visa Application.

Explore the goodness of this valuable service, which can be purchased for AED 5 only. , during the time of submission of the visa application form. Accordingly, the same can be filled before visiting the application centre, by visiting our website and downloading the form in the comfort of one’s home. Click Here to download the SMS application form.

Note : This value added service is available only in Please read the SMS Service Disclaimer carefully before applying for this service.

Premium Service :
For those applicants who wish to pay extra for that personal touch and enhanced customer service, this service will guarantee you one-to-one attention with a dedicated member of staff who will guide you to a separate waiting area. Here, your application will be dealt with in stylish surroundings with refreshments available. We will also undertake any photocopying of documents that you may require.Your time is precious, and your entire experience will be one of speed, efficiency and the level of customer service you demand. once returned from the Consulate your passport will be couriered (upon request only) to your home or office. During off peak season you can simply present yourself to reception and ask for the 'Premium Service'. During peak season you may have to book an on line appointment to submit your application at VIP, There is an additional fee for this service of 150.00 Dirham’s.

PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS SERVICE DOES NOT GUARANTEE A FASTER TURN AROUND TIME FOR PROCESSING OF VISAS BY THE EMBASSY.

Passport Courier Return :
The VAC will courier your passport back to you for a small extra fee of 30.00 Dirham’s. Ask for this service when you submit your application at one of our service desks.

Photocopying of Documents :
If you advise our service staff that you need photocopies of certain recommended supporting documentation or need to fax documents, for a fee of 2.00 Dirhams per sheet our staff will take copies for you and for a fee of 5.00 Dirhams per sheet you can receive your faxed documents.

Medical Insurance
Now you can get your Medical Insurance done from our VAC at a 5% discount.If you wish to get your medical insurance please ask for the RSA insurance counter and get your insurance done online at the same time.You can pay your insurance through credit card or cash.