Full details: Dubai unveils the world’s largest visa application centre

VFS Global, a leader in trusted technology services empowering secure global mobility for governments and citizens, has announced the launch of its flagship Visa Application Centre in Dubai’s Wafi City, marking the opening of the largest visa application facility in the world.

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Spanning nearly 150,000 square feet, the centre is equipped to handle up to 10,000 visa applications daily—a capacity unmatched by any other single location—and is supported by a skilled, diverse team of over 400 trained professionals representing more than 25 nationalities, a WAM report said.

Visa centre inauguration

The centre was inaugurated by Helal Saeed Almarri, Director-General of Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism; Mohammed Ahmed Al Marri, Director-General of the General Directorate of Identity and Foreigners Affairs – Dubai; and Zubin Karkaria, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of VFS Global Group.

“This milestone is more than an infrastructure achievement — it reflects the strategic direction Dubai is taking to enhance global mobility, unlock access to opportunity, and accelerate growth across our visitor and business economy. As we advance the goals of the Dubai Economic Agenda D33, strengthening seamless access to and from Dubai remains a priority,” said Helal Saeed Almarri.

Visa facilitation and innovation

“Visa facilitation is a key enabler of talent attraction, tourism development, and international partnerships — all essential levers of our strategy to position Dubai as the world’s most connected and future-ready city.”

Mohammed Ahmed Al Marri added, “Today, we witnessed the inauguration of a new milestone in the journey of excellence pursued by the UAE in general and Dubai in particular, with the opening of the world’s largest Visa Application Centre, located in the heart of Dubai—a city that continuously redefines innovation.

“This achievement truly reflects the directives of our wise leadership to strengthen the nation’s position as a global hub for smart services and to establish a unique model for delivering government services with high efficiency and quality.”

Zubin Karkaria commented, “Operating in the UAE since 2004, our journey has been defined by unwavering commitment and a deep-rooted connection with this dynamic nation and its visionary leadership. Over the past two decades, we have witnessed the UAE’s spectacular growth into a global hub for business, thought leadership, technology development, and innovation. In line with Dubai’s rapid development, we are proud to launch the world’s largest Visa Application Centre, serving over 200 nationalities.”