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United Kingdom Visa Application Process in the U.S. Transitions to VFS Global Centres

Key Points  

  • Starting 15 July 2025, UK visa applicants in the U.S. must attend appointments at newly launched VFS Global Visa Application Centres, replacing DHS-operated ASCs 

Overview  

Starting 15 July 2025, the UK will transition its U.S. visa processing to 38 new Visa Application Centres (VACs) operated by VFS Global, replacing the current Application Support Centres (ASCs) managed by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

Key changes include: 

  • Free-to-use VACs in 10 major U.S. cities. 
  • 28 user-pay VACs available for applicants outside major metro areas. 
  • In-person passport submission during biometric appointments—no need to courier documents to New York. 
  • Enhanced services are available to all applicants. 

Under the new system, applicants must book an appointment at their nearest VAC, attend in person and complete both biometric enrollment and passport submission during the same visit. 

Transition guidance: 

  • DHS ASC appointments must be booked before 15 July 2025 to be valid. 
  • Confirmed ASC appointments may still be attended through 1 August 2025. 
  • Rescheduling of ASC appointments is allowed before 15 July 2025. 

OISC registration number F202000157 

Content in this publication is for informational purposes only and not intended as legal advice, nor should it be relied on as such. Envoy Global is not a law firm, and does not provide legal advice. If you would like guidance on how this information may impact your particular situation and you are a client of the U.S. Law Firm, consult your attorney. If you are not a client of the U.S. Law Firm working with Envoy, consult another qualified professional. This website does not create an attorney-client relationship with the U.S. Law Firm. 

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