Head-to-head comparison
Visank vs VFS Global
VFS Global is not a competitor to Visank — they're the official visa application centre operator appointed by most embassies. Visank is a facilitation service that prepares your application and files it at VFS on your behalf. This page explains how the two work together.
Think of VFS as the post office for your visa application — they collect documents, capture biometrics, and courier the file to the embassy. Visank is the tax-filer equivalent: we prepare everything correctly, book your VFS slot, and walk you through biometrics so nothing goes wrong.
Feature by feature
| Feature | Visank | VFS Global |
|---|---|---|
| What they do | End-to-end application preparation and submission | Collect documents and biometrics for embassies |
| Service fee | Flat ₹5,500 including dummy reservations | VFS service fee (typically ₹1,500–₹2,500 per visa) |
| Document preparation | We prepare the full dossier for you | You prepare, VFS collects |
| Form filling | We fill the online application form | You fill it yourself |
| Cover letter | We draft it | Not provided |
| Dummy flight & hotel | Included free | Not provided |
| Biometric appointment booking | We book the earliest slot | You book on vfsglobal.com |
| Document error checking | Manual review by visa specialist | Basic checklist only |
| Rejection refund | Full service-fee refund | No refund |
| Biometric capture | You still visit VFS for the ~15-min appointment | This is what VFS does |
Figures above reflect publicly available information as of March 2026 and may change over time. We review this page quarterly.
When to pick each
Pick Visank when
Visank
- You want someone else to prepare the application dossier correctly
- You don't want to fill embassy forms yourself
- You need dummy flight and hotel reservations
- You want a refund guarantee if the visa is rejected
Pick VFS Global when
VFS Global
- You've already prepared your own application and just need biometrics captured (you'll visit VFS either way)
Frequently asked questions
Is Visank the same as VFS Global?
No. VFS Global is the official visa application centre operator. Visank is a visa facilitation service that prepares your application and files it at VFS on your behalf. You still visit VFS for biometric capture — Visank handles everything else.
Do I still have to go to VFS if I use Visank?
For most sticker visas yes — VFS captures your fingerprints and photograph in person, and this cannot be delegated. Your VFS appointment is typically 15 minutes. Visank books the earliest available slot for you and preps you for the visit.
Is Visank cheaper than going directly to VFS?
Going directly to VFS is cheaper if you're comfortable preparing the full dossier yourself, drafting a cover letter, arranging dummy reservations, and filling embassy forms without errors. Visank's ₹5,500 fee is for the end-to-end handling and refund guarantee.
Can Visank help me if I'm applying at VFS directly?
Yes. Even if you prefer to submit at VFS yourself, Visank can prepare your document pack and cover letter for a flat ₹5,500. Many customers use us exactly this way.
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