- VFS Global appointed as an Authorised Visa Agent (AVA) in Chandigarh and Chennai by The High Commission of the Republic of Singapore in New Delhi and the Consulate-General of the Republic of Singapore in Chennai, respectively
- Tourist & Family Visit Visa and Business Visa applications in Punjab and Tamil Nadu can now be submitted at our centres in Chandigarh and Chennai
TTT NEWS NETWORK
NEW DELHI | 15 APRIL 2026
VFS Global, the global leader in trusted technology services, empowering secure mobility for governments and citizens, has been appointed as an Authorized Visa Agent (AVA) for Singapore visa services in Chandigarh and Chennai in India by The High Commission of the Republic of Singapore in New Delhi, and the Consulate-General of the Republic of Singapore in Chennai, to make the Singapore visa application process seamless for applicants across Punjab and Tamil Nadu.
Singapore visa applicants across Punjab and Tamil Nadu will now be able to submit their applications for Tourist & Family visit Visa and Business Visa categories at VFS Global’s state-of-the-art Visa Application Centres in Chandigarh and Chenai with ease.
Yummi Talwar, Chief Operating Officer – South Asia, VFS Global, said, “We are honoured to be appointed as the Authorized Visa Agent for Singapore visa in Chandigarh and Chennai. These partnerships reflect the trust reposed in VFS Global’s proven expertise in delivering secure, efficient and applicant-centric visa services worldwide. Through this appointment, we aim to further enhance accessibility and convenience for visa applicants across Punjab and Tamil Nadu by combining technology-driven processes with high service standards. We sincerely thank by the High Commission of the Republic of Singapore in New Delhi and the Consulate-General of the Republic of Singapore in Chennai for their confidence in VFS Global and remain committed to supporting their mission of facilitating safe and seamless mobility.”
VFS Global offers visa services on behalf of 54 countries in India, through a network of 562 visa application centres at present, with more locations set to give live soon.
Please note that VFS Global’s role in the visa application process is limited to front-end administrative tasks only, which include collecting visa application forms, required documentation as per the checklist, and enroll biometrics, if applicable. VFS Global has no role in the decision-making process of granting or refusing a visa. Decision making on the granting or refusal of visa is the sole prerogative and sole responsibility of the concerned Embassy.
Singapore Visa Application Centre in Chandigarh:
- Address: Elante offices, Entry gate no.-3, B 209, 2nd Floor, Industrial Area Phase1, Chandigarh – 160002, Punjab, India
- Business hours: 9AM to 5PM
- Visa fee: INR 2100
- VFS Global Service Fee: INR 1000
Singapore Visa Application Centre in Chennai:
- Address: Ramee Mall, 2nd Floor, No. 365, Anna Salai, Teynampet, Chennai – 600018, Tamil Nadu, India
- Business hours: 9AM to 5PM
- Visa fee: INR 2100
- VFS Global Service Fee: INR 1000
About VFS Global
As the global leader in trusted technology services, empowering secure mobility for governments and citizens, VFS Global embraces technological innovation, including Generative AI, to support governments and diplomatic missions worldwide. The company manages non-judgmental and administrative tasks related to applications for visa, passport, and consular services for its client governments, increasing productivity and enabling them to focus entirely on the critical task of assessment.
With a responsible approach to technology development, adoption and integration, the company prioritises ethical practices and sustainability while serving as the trusted partner to 71 client governments. Operating over 4,000 Application Centres in 167 countries, VFS Global has efficiently processed more than 537 million transactions* since 2001.
Headquartered in Zurich and Dubai, VFS Global is majority owned by Blackstone, the world’s largest alternative asset manager, along with minority shareholders including Swiss-based Kuoni and Hugentobler Foundation, Singapore based Temasek and UAE based Dubai Holdings.
* Comprised of 335.46 million transactions by VFS Global and 201.85 million transactions by CiX Citizen Experience
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