BLS International Begins Slovakia Visa Operations in South Africa

BLS International, a leading global AI and tech-enabled services partner for governments and citizens, has commenced Slovakia visa operations in South Africa through newly opened Visa Application Centres in Pretoria and Cape Town.

Enhancing Accessibility
The centres provide professionally managed facilities that allow applicants to conveniently submit visa applications within their home country. Services are offered at competitive and cost-effective fees, reinforcing BLS International’s commitment to accessible, value-driven visa facilitation.

Visa Categories
Applicants in South Africa can now apply for Schengen short-stay visas, including:
- Business visas
- Tourism visas
- Transit visas

Both centres enable secure biometric enrolment and are supported by robust appointment systems, ensuring a smooth and streamlined process.

Premium Services
To further enhance convenience, applicants can opt for premium services such as:
- Travel Insurance
- Courier services
- Photocopy facilities
- SMS notifications
- Photo booth services
- Form filling assistance
- Prime Time services
- Flexi Hour Passport Collection
- Premium Lounge access

Leadership Insight
Mr. Aakash Patil, Regional Head, South Africa, BLS International, stated:
> “The commencement of Slovakia visa operations in South Africa reflects our continued commitment to bringing visa services closer to applicants. With centres in Pretoria and Cape Town, we aim to enhance accessibility while delivering a secure, seamless, and efficient visa application experience.”

Growing Demand
Business and Tourist visas are currently the most popular categories, highlighting increasing travel and business engagement between South Africa and Slovakia.