"The service enables applicants to complete the entire visa submission process without leaving the comfort of their home or their location." Most notably, the " Visa at Your Doorstep " service registered a 62% increase in demand. According to Atul Lall, regional head of VFS Global North Asia, the landscape of visa applications in the Philippines is shifting rapidly toward personalized solutions. Visa at Your Doorstep allows applicants to submit their visa application, including biometrics, from their home or any location. "Visa applicants have been more receptive to services such as Premium Lounge and Prime Time, which offer flexibility and personalization to submit their visas with ease," Lall said.

Source: Philippine Star January 27, 2026 11:25 UTC