A practical 'day of' checklist of what to carry to any VFS appointment in the UK — OCI, passport or visa — so nothing gets turned away.
On the day of your VFS appointment, small misses — a missing photocopy set, the wrong payment method, or a bulky bag — can cost you the slot. This checklist is what to physically carry for any Indian service so your appointment goes through cleanly.
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Missing something or unsure if a document qualifies? We check every file before submission so nothing gets rejected at VFS.
Accepted payment methods and on-site rules vary by VFS centre and service. This is a general guide — we send a tailored, service-specific checklist when you book with us.
A surprisingly common reason an appointment falls through is payment. VFS often does not accept credit cards — plan to pay by debit card, cash, or postal order, and carry the exact amount. Check the accepted methods printed on your appointment confirmation before you travel.
VFS centres usually restrict large bags and some electronics, often with no storage on site, so bring only what you need:
The services this tool relates to — handled end to end, with document checks and VFS booking included.
Bring your printed appointment confirmation, all original documents plus the self-attested photocopy set, your printed application and checklist pack, an accepted payment method, passport-specification photos, and a return-courier slip if you are using one. Arrive about 15 minutes early.
VFS often does not accept credit cards. Plan to pay by debit card, cash, or postal order depending on the centre. Check your appointment confirmation for the accepted methods and carry the exact amount.
Yes. VFS centres typically restrict large bags and some electronics, and there may be no storage on site. Travel light, carry only your documents and essentials, and arrive about 15 minutes before your slot.