China launches new visa application service centre in New Delhi

NEW DELHI: The Chinese government in association with VFS Global has launched a new visa application service centre in New Delhi.

The centre, situated in Connaught Place was inaugurated by HE Luo Zhaohui, ambassador of the People's Republic of China to India, Wei Xiaodong, vice director general, service bureau for the foreign ministry and its overseas missions of the people's republic of Chin and Zubin Karkaria, CEO, VFS Global Group on Friday.

Li Bijian, minister counsellor, Chinese Embassy in India said: "With the inauguration of the new office in the new year, I hope that the Chinese visa application service centre could further expand and enhance its services in order to promote people to people exchanges between China and India and make new contributions to the bilteral relations."

Travellers can also avail of premium packages through 'China in Luxury' an initiative offering exclusive travel experiences for visitors.

Zubin Karkaria, CEO, VFS Global Group said: "We anticipate strong tourism growth between India and China and this spacious centre will enable us to cater to the rising demand for China visas and simultaneously enhance the applicant's experience.