Kuwait , January 23, 2026 : VFS Global, the world’s leading provider of trusted technology services that support secure mobility for governments and citizens, has inaugurated a new state-of-the-art Visa Application Centre in Kuwait in association with the Embassies of the Czech Republic and the Federal Republic of Germany.
The upgraded facility has been designed to deliver an enhanced visa application experience for residents of Kuwait. It features an increased number of biometric enrolment counters to enable faster processing, along with a modernised layout that ensures a comfortable, secure, and privacy-enabled environment for applicants.
The renewed Visa Application Centre was officially inaugurated by H.E. Mr. Juraj Chmiel, Ambassador of the Czech Republic to Kuwait, and H.E. Mr. Hans-Christian Freiherr von Reibnitz, Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Germany to Kuwait, in the presence of senior VFS Global officials including Ms. Monaz Billimoria, Regional Head – Kuwait, and Mr. Avdhut Shelar, Head of Operations – Kuwait.
Speaking at the inauguration, H.E. Mr. Juraj Chmiel highlighted the importance of efficient and transparent visa services. “This new visa application centre reflects our commitment to providing efficient, transparent, and user-friendly services. We believe that the renewed services will facilitate easier mobility, supporting cultural exchange, business growth, and stronger people-to-people connections. Through this centre, we look forward to welcoming more travellers to explore the natural, historical, and cultural richness of the Czech Republic,” he said.
H.E. Mr. Hans-Christian Freiherr von Reibnitz noted VFS Global’s long-standing partnership with Germany, stating, “VFS Global has been trusted with receiving visa applications for the Federal Republic of Germany for more than 20 years. Their services have continuously expanded and improved. As all residents of Kuwait wishing to travel to Germany pass through these premises, I am pleased to see them upgraded into a truly welcoming, efficient, and comfortable space—the perfect place to begin a visit to Germany.”
Ms. Monaz Billimoria, Regional Head at VFS Global, said the new centre would help address the growing demand for travel to Europe. “VFS Global shares a long-standing relationship with the Governments of the Czech Republic and the Federal Republic of Germany. This state-of-the-art facility will play a vital role in enhancing customer experience and enabling us to serve travellers in Kuwait more effectively,” she said.
Applicants visiting the centre can also opt for a range of optional services, including SMS alerts and courier services, to further streamline their application experience. VFS Global clarified that these optional services do not influence visa processing timelines or decisions.
VFS Global has partnered with the Government of the Czech Republic since 2014 and with the Federal Republic of Germany since 2005. Currently, the company operates 73 visa application centres for the Czech Republic across 30 countries and supports Germany through a network of 74 centres in 31 countries worldwide.
Visa applicants are required to book appointments in advance through VFS Global’s official website, www.vfsglobal.com, at no additional charge. The company reiterated that its role is limited to front-end administrative services, such as collecting applications and documentation, while all visa decisions remain the sole responsibility of the respective Embassies and Consulates.
