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New Indian Consular Centre Opens in Los Angeles
A new center called the Indian Consular Application Centre (ICAC) has opened in Los Angeles.
This center, run by a company called VFS Global, helps people from India living in the US with things like passports, visas, and other important documents.
It's one of 17 such centers in the US.
The Indian government wants to make it easier for people to get these services, so they've added more centers and improved the process.
Now, people can get help with their applications more quickly and easily.
The center also offers extra services like taking photos and making copies for free.
This is part of a bigger plan to help the 5.3 million Indians living in the US.
The Indian Consular Application Centre (ICAC) in Los Angeles opened on December 15, operated by VFS Global.
The center offers services including passport applications, visa applications, OCI, renunciation of Indian citizenship, and more.
This is the 17th ICAC operated by VFS Global in the US, with previous centers opened in cities like Boston, Dallas, and San Jose.
Starting August 1, 2025, all consular services will be provided exclusively through VFS Global Centers.
The center aims to enhance accessibility and convenience for the 5.3 million Indian diaspora in the US, with improved services and reduced wait times.
- Who
- Indian diaspora in Los Angeles
- What
- Opening of a new Indian Consular Application Centre (ICAC)
- Where
- Los Angeles, USA
- When
- December 15
- Why
- To streamline consular services and make them more accessible and efficient for the Indian diaspora
Key facts
- Location
- Los Angeles, USA
- Operator
- VFS Global
- Services Offered
- Passport, Visa, OCI, Renunciation, GEP, Attestation, Miscellaneous
- Operational Date
- December 15
- Total ICACs in US
- 17
- Expected Annual Applications
- 500,000
- Highest Footfall Centers
- New York, San Francisco, Edison
- Application Volume Increase
- 70,000
Quotes
Amit Kumar Sharma
VFS Global Head – Americas.
“"Los Angeles has always been an important region and the epicentre of a large diaspora presence. The latest visa application centre in the area is part of the Indian government’s vision to ensure services are more accessible to the community."”
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“"We are extremely grateful and consider this an extended opportunity to work with the Government of India."”
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Consulate General of India in Los Angeles
The official Twitter post from the Consulate General of India in Los Angeles.
“"The @CGILosAngeles is pleased to announce the opening of a new Indian Consular Application Centre (ICAC) operated by @VFSGlobal…All India Diaspora Community members can now apply for Passport, Visa, OCI, Renunciation of Indian Citizenship, GEP, Attestation/ Misc. services at above centre."”
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