The Philippines is advised to apply for visa in advance, recognize Visa fraud

by Patricia B. MirasolProducer

The Philippinos is advised to apply for visa is early to avoid delays even as warned against visa scams including false appointments or promise to influence visa decisions.

Selling appointment is one of the high Visa scams, according to Berard Vijaykumar, the Head of North Asia & Philippines of VFS Global, Privispip

Visa appointment, means, free. VFS Global, In addition, it is not involved in setting work or migration services.

“Don’t Fill The Promising VFS Dupes [such services]”Says February 12.” We will not ask the applicants to invest in any account. “

Visa requests in the Philippines in 2024 Rose 3% compared to 2023, Mr Vijaykumar and said at the event.

There was 38% of growth in 2024 Versus 2019.

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VFS Global Tips Offered to avoid Visa related fraud:

1. Know that you can apply early – Many countries accept visa apps up to 90 days before the travel date. With Schengen Visa, one can use 6 months before the travel date.

2. Know that visas are free opties – either the payment of the appointments of the elected nationals.

3. Know that VFS Global does not have a role or influence on the Visa application decision – the decision on visa applications, visa trials, and processing times lies in the hands of affected or integrated agents.

4. Know that VFS global does not work in conjunction with any side items – watching scammers who are associated, or promotes VFS and a good VFS decision or a good decision

5. Know that VFS global is not involved in setting work or services related to migration. – Note the Scammers provide a motivational task or possibility to arrive in exchange.

In addition, travelers are reminded to review their visa programs to avoid these common mistakes:

1. Mismatch Details – Details on applications, such as name, passport number, and date of birth, must comply with official documents.

2. The wrong picture format – check guidelines for some photos in the target area.

3. Incomplete texts – refer to the checklist to be targeted.

4. Unauthorized bank statements – of specific locations, applicants must ensure that their bank statements are renewed and approved as required. While most of the travelers know they need to present bank statements, they fail to have these statements guaranteed by a common mistake.

Seasoning periods can make delays, which is why it would be good for the application, Mr Vijaykumar said.

“Waiting until the last minute does not just increase the risk of delay but also disregards applicants from the fraudulent models,” he said.