The services mentioned here are optional. To use them, you will need to pay an extra fee in addition to the visa application fee. You must pay this extra fee when you attend the visa application centre only.
Premium Service Lounge
The VFS Premium Service Lounge facilities are available at the visa application center in Dhaka. The Premium Lounge Service includes:
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Separate lounge with personalized service by dedicated staff |
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Refreshments |
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Faster submission of applications at the visa application centre |
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SMS alert on the status of your application |
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Use of photo booth (if required) |
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Photocopying service for your documents |
Important note:
Your visa will be processed and decided by the UK Border Agency.
Use of the Premium Service Lounge does not affect the processing time of your application. All applicants will be required to follow the instructions on applying for a visa, which can be found on the
How to apply page.
What does it cost?
The Premium Service Lounge facilities cost BDT 2500 including taxes. This charge is in addition to the visa application fee.
Do I need to book an Appointment?
If you want you can book an appointment for the Premium Service, so that we can facilitate you submission in time. Please schedule your appointment at least 24 hours prior to your desired appointment date. When you request an appointment, please provide the followings in the mail:
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Full name of Applicant |
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Number of Applicants |
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Passport Number |
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Visa Category |
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Contact Numbers |
Once you have Scheduled your Premium Lounge service appointment you will receive an email confirming the date and time of your appointment. Please print the premium lounge service appointment confirmation and bring it with you on the date of your appointment.
Please note that prior appointment is not mandatory.
How do I book an Appointment?
Please send a mail to the below e-mail address to book an appointment:
UKPremiumLoungeDhaka@vfshelpline.com
SMS Service
VFS Global is pleased to be able to offer an SMS service which updates customers in Bangladesh on the progress of their UK visa applications. The easy to use SMS service sends an automated message to the applicant's mobile phone at various stages of the visa application process. This is followed up with an automated email message to the applicants email account informing them of the status of their visa application. The SMS text is available in English only.
This service can be purchased for BDT 150 (inclusive of VAT) at the time a customer submits the visa application. The
SMS application form can be downloaded in the comfort of their own home and filled in before arriving the visa application centre.
Note: This value added service is available in Bangladesh (Local SMS only). Please read the
SMS disclaimer carefully before applying for this service.
Photo Booth |
Photo booth facility- These photographs meet the UK Border Agency photo specifications. |
BDT.150/4Copies |
For Visa Application Center Dhaka |
Photo Copy |
Photo copier facility |
BDT.2 / per copy |
For Visa Application Center Dhaka |
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Photo Booth |
Photo booth facility- These photographs meet the UK Border Agency photo specifications. |
BDT.400/8Copies |
For visa Application Center Sylhet |
Photo Copy |
Photo copier facility |
BDT.3 / per copy |
For Visa Application Center Sylhet |
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Note:
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The above services are optional |
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The fees include taxes |
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Applicants are requested to collect appropriate receipts for using these services |