VFS Global, a leading company in visa application processing, announced that since the launch of its marine visa services, it has successfully processed 3000 applications for marine workers and staff in related industries. These services are specifically designed for individuals working in territorial waters or foreign ports.
Marine Visa Services and Their Challenges
Marine workers often face practical challenges that include traveling to land to provide documentation and biometric information, including photos and fingerprints. In response to this need, VFS Global launched the "Visa At Your Door" (VAYD) service in 2019, allowing applicants to complete their visa application process from home, office, or their preferred location without the need to visit a visa application center.
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This service was initially introduced for short-term business applications on land but quickly expanded to marine and port services as well. VFS Global has stated that these services have become very popular among maritime companies and related industries.
Development of Services During COVID-19
This solution was particularly developed during COVID-19 when a law firm named Hafnia contacted VFS Global seeking a way for marine project workers on the Baltic Line who were unable to visit visa application centers due to operational restrictions. Given the critical timelines associated with this project and the need to dispatch a large number of crew members to apply for Danish visas, VFS Global developed this customized solution for the maritime industries.
Since then, VFS Global has continued to work closely with Hafnia Law Firm and KPMG to meet the Danish visa processing needs for marine applicants and has processed numerous applications in this sector.
Kisan Singh, CEO of VFS Global for Europe and America, stated, "Reaching the milestone of 3000 processed visa applications reflects the popularity of these services in the maritime industry. These services allow staff to retain their passports and reduce the waiting time for passport returns, which is a significant advantage for those working at sea."
VFS Global hopes to process more applications in the coming years and continue to serve the maritime industry.
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