Italy has opened a new Visa Application Centre in New Delhi, making it easier for Indian citizens to apply for visas. Italian Ambassador Antonio Bartoli, along with Indian officials, attended the inauguration. Managed by VFS Global, the centre promises faster processing times, aiming to handle over 100,000 applications in 2024.
Here are ten key aspects of the new centre:
- Central Location: Situated in New Delhi, improving access for applicants.
- Reduced Wait Times: The centre aims to speed up the visa process for travelers.
- Meeting Rising Demand: Italy processed 91,600 visas from Indian applicants in 2023, and expects to surpass 100,000 in 2024.
- Collaboration with VFS Global: The centre partners with VFS Global to ensure smooth operations.
- Extra Services: Applicants can benefit from premium services like SMS alerts and document pickup.
- Guidance for All Types of Travelers: Tourists, business travelers, and students receive personalized assistance.
- New Consulate in Bangalore: Italy plans to open a consulate in Bangalore, increasing accessibility for southern India.
- Enhanced Experience: The centre focuses on providing an efficient, customer-friendly experience.
- Strengthening Diplomatic Ties: This development aligns with Italy’s broader goals to enhance ties with India, particularly in travel and mobility.
- Supporting Tourism: The new centre will boost tourism, making Italy more accessible to Indian travelers.
With this new initiative, Italy is set to cater to the growing demand from Indian citizens, offering a more streamlined and efficient visa application process.
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