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TT Services vs VFS Global: which visa service fits your trip? (2026)

An independent, side-by-side look at TT Services and VFS Global using facts from the VisaScout catalogue. Prices and processing times are sample figures, last updated 1 Aug 2026 — confirm the live numbers on each provider's own site.

TT Services logo
TT Services

Visa application centres and consular support

VFS Global logo
VFS Global

Outsourced visa application centres for governments

Side-by-side facts

Fees & times are sample data
TT Services compared with VFS Global
FactTT ServicesVFS Global
Provider typeOfficial partnerOfficial partner
HeadquartersGlobal centre networkDubai, United Arab Emirates
Founded—2001
Destinations (approx.)~60~140
Passports servedMost passportsMost passports
Visa typesTourist, Business, Student, WorkTourist, Business, Student, Work
Service fee from (sample)₹2,240₹2,660
Avg. processing (sample)13 days12 days
Express optionNoYes
SupportCentre helplines and emailCentre helplines, email and self-service tracking
RefundsCentre fees follow the mission's published fee policy.Centre service fees are non-refundable once an appointment is attended.
Listing checkDoneDone
VisaScout score (computed)3.94.4

Who each one suits

Choose TT Services if you want…

  • a lower sample starting service fee

Appointed application centres in selected markets

Full TT Services profile

Choose VFS Global if you want…

  • a faster average processing time in our catalogue
  • wider destination reach (~140 vs ~60)
  • an express option

Authorised application centres for many governments

Full VFS Global profile

Sample tourist-visa totals for Indian passports

Sample

Illustrative totals generated from catalogue facts, not quotes. Government fees change — check the official portal.

DestinationTT ServicesVFS Global
UAE₹4,1506–13 days₹4,5706–13 days
Thailand₹5,8105–11 days₹5,4004–10 days
Singapore₹4,5704–10 days₹5,4004–10 days
Vietnam₹6,2306–13 days₹6,6404–10 days
Indonesia₹4,9807–17 days₹5,8106–14 days
Malaysia₹4,5705–12 days₹5,4004–9 days

Destinations both cover — official-source guides

You may not need either

Many destinations let you apply yourself on an official government portal, with no service fee. Check the destination guides for the official links, and use the document checklist to prepare.

Frequently asked questions

Is TT Services or VFS Global cheaper?
In the VisaScout catalogue TT Services has the lower sample starting service fee (₹2,240). Real totals depend on the destination, visa type, speed and government fee, so compare the live price on both sites for your exact trip.
Which is faster, TT Services or VFS Global?
VFS Global has the shorter catalogue average (12 days, sample). Most of the wait is the government's processing time, which neither provider controls.
Are TT Services and VFS Global official government services?
Both are private companies that run application centres for some governments under contract. Neither makes the visa decision — the government does.
Can either guarantee my visa?
No. Visa approval is always at the destination government's discretion. A provider can help you avoid mistakes in the application, but cannot guarantee the outcome.

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