VFS Global Expands Korea Visa Services in South Asia to Six Centres across India, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh
VFS Global, the global leader in trusted technology services, empowering secure mobility for governments and citizens, has announced the expansion of South Korea visa services across six centres in South Asia.
Expansion Overview
- VFS Global now operates six Korea Visa Application Centres across India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh.
- In India: centres in New Delhi, Bengaluru, Chennai, and Kolkata.
- Newly opened centres: Dhaka (Bangladesh) and Colombo (Sri Lanka).
- Globally: nine centres across six countries.
New Delhi Centre
- Inaugurated on 15 September 2026 by H.E. Mr. Lee Seong-ho, Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to India.
- Location: Shivaji Stadium Metro Station, Mezzanine Level, Baba Kharak Singh Marg, Connaught Place, New Delhi – 110001.
Statements
- Ambassador Lee Seong-ho: Called the centre “an important step in strengthening Korea–India relations” and emphasized seamless, efficient, and accessible application experiences.
- Yummi Talwar, COO South Asia, VFS Global: Highlighted the milestone of six centres in South Asia, reflecting growing demand and commitment to upgraded services.
Role of VFS Global
- Handles front-end administrative tasks only: collecting forms, documents, and biometrics.
- Visa decisions remain solely with the Embassy of the Republic of Korea.
India Centre Addresses
- New Delhi: Shivaji Stadium Metro Station, Connaught Place
- Bengaluru: Gopalan Innovation Mall, Bannerghatta Main Rd, J. P. Nagar
- Kolkata: Rene Tower, Rajdanga Main Road, Kasba (near Acropolis Mall)
- Chennai: Ramee Mall, Anna Salai, Teynampet
This expansion is significant because it makes Korea visa services more accessible across South Asia, aligning with the rising interest in travel, business, and cultural exchanges with Korea.
