At VFS Global, we view community support as a strategic, long-term investment that creates value for all our stakeholders and helps address their development priorities.

As part of our community initiatives in partnership with credible organisations, we design and support sustainable development programmes that empower youth and young adults through education, skill training, and entrepreneurship support. These programmes align with local government priorities and positively impact the communities we serve globally.

Our strategic investments and signature programmes have already made a significant impact in Australia, India, Indonesia, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Jordan, and the UAE. We are extending these initiatives to Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Thailand and the Philippines, further expanding our reach and commitment to creating positive change in these regions.

Our corporate volunteering programme – Champions of Change – encourages our colleagues across the globe to contribute their time and skills and participate in employee giving initiatives making a meaningful difference in the communities that we work in. In 2023, we introduced the Global Volunteering Time-Off Policy for our employees, allowing our colleagues to engage in community volunteering through paid leave. Our global Volunteer Recognition Programme celebrates employee contributions and inspires others to get involved.

In accordance with the Companies Act, 2013, VFS Global in India actively supports CSR programmes and undertakes development activities as outlined in Schedule VII of the Act to contribute meaningfully to the broader goals of societal advancement and community well-being.

Additionally, through the VFS Global Academy, we aim to empower youth and shape the future workforce with specialised vocational education. Through strategic partnerships with government and non-government entities and the private sector, the Academy offers transformative courses helping students to forge meaningful careers in the travel and hospitality industry. The Academy is currently active in India, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, UAE and plans to expand internationally to China, Sri Lanka and Zanzibar.

For more information about our global Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives, partnership opportunities and suggestions, please reach out to us at CSR@vfsglobal.com.