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June 24, 2025
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VFS Global warns Kenyans against fake visa appointment agents

VFS Global warns Kenyans against fake visa appointment agents

NAIROBI, Kenya, June 24 - Visa processing firm VFS Global has issued a public advisory warning Kenyan nationals to beware of fraudulent agents offering Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today |..

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VFS Global has alerted Kenyan nationals about scams involving fraudulent agents offering fake visa appointment bookings for payment. The advisory comes as visa applications rise significantly.

  • US$168 billion is projected to be contributed to Africa's economy by the travel and tourism sector.
  • Stephen Kubasu, General Manager – Operations at VFS Global, emphasized that all appointment slots are free through their official site.
  • To combat fraud, VFS Global has implemented security measures like mandatory One-Time Passwords for appointment confirmations.

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