Passport renewal - Washington DC - VFS

[jainsundip]

Hi,

Not sure where to post this. I have sent my passport for renewal to Washington DC on May 16th. I received a mail from VFS (Washington DC passport services outsourced to VFS) that it's been forwarded to consulate on May 18th. There has been no update after that. It's been almost 3 months. Usually the whole process takes about 3-4 weeks.

I have tried VFS and Indian consulate in DC, but no one gives proper response. Sometimes no body lifts the phone and it wont even goto automated message.

Can anyone tell me what I should do ? Can I goto DC in person if it helps speed up the process ?

Please share your experience/

Thanks.

[pontevecchio]

We did apply for a 10 year Tourist visa to India and VFS kept us informed at every step and we were able to log in and see the status. In fact the Tourist visa was sent back in 48 hours. Keep calling VFS and ask to speak to a supervisor. Be factual and polite and let her help you. VFS cannot influence any delays at the Embassy.

[jainsundip]

Hi,

Thanks for the reply. But mine is a different case. It's not for Visa. My passport has expired and I have sent it for renewal. It's been 3 months and there's no progress or update from consulate. If I go directly to DC now, will that help ?

Thanks,

[pontevecchio]

Send Email to the Ambassador. As I said VFS cannot influence the decisions of the Embassy. Be extremely polite to her excellency and be factual and ask for help.

[wiweq]

Can I goto DC in person if it helps speed up the process ?

=> That’s the best way. Go there meet personally. You never know, they may lose your care and passport, and they won't be responsible. Book the flight and visit them asap.