By Taiye Olayemi
VFS Global, a visa and passport administration outsourcing company, has warned applicants against visa scams.
Mr Alok Singhal, Head, Sub-Saharan Africa, VFS Global, said this in an interview with newsmen on Wednesday.
Singhal advised visa applicants to be wary of intermediaries who falsely promise early appointment bookings in exchange for payment.
He noted that appointments were free and available on the company’s website.
He said the surge in travel activity that began in 2022 had continued into 2024, with travel data showing promising trends.
According to him, outbound travel rebounded in 2024 to pre-pandemic levels, with tourism, family visits, educational and business trips being the common reasons for travel from Nigeria.
Singhal said: “It is important for applicants to bear in mind that appointment slots are offered online based on the volume of demand or forecast and in conjunction with the consulate’s internal capacity planning.
“Once…
Source: News Agency of Nigeria
