Purpose-built: UK-Australia joint visa centre opens for applicants

Shared application centre inaugurated


News Desk August 07, 2018
A look inside the UK-Australia joint visa centre. PHOTO: EXPRESS

The British High Commissioner Thomas Drew inaugurated on Monday a new Visa Application Centre in Islamabad.

The Visa Application Centres is shared with the Australian High Commission, and was jointly opened with the Australian Deputy High Commissioner.

It is purposely-located in a building near to public transport and with dedicated on-site parking.

The facilities available to customers include a new On Demand Mobile Visa, offering convenience for customers in Islamabad, Karachi and Lahore. This gives applicants the option of completing their visa application, including biometric enrolment, from the comfort of their home, office or any location of their choice.

Speaking at the opening ceremony, the British High Commissioner said: “This new Joint Visa Application Centre will improve the experience for customers applying for a visa to the UK. It will allow us to offer a more convenient and comfortable service and shows our commitment to strong UK-Pakistan relations.” 

Published in The Express Tribune, August 7th, 2018.

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