VFS Global Teams Up with SAP to Transform Cross-Border Mobility with AI-Powered Solutions
Aiden Kiprop 
VFS Global, the global leader in visa, consular, and technology services, has partnered with SAP SE (NYSE: SAP) to revolutionize cross-border mobility and citizen services through advanced AI and digital solutions.
The collaboration harnesses SAP’s cutting-edge software, including SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition, SAP Business Technology Platform, and SAP Business Data Cloud, to drive innovation in GovTech and TravelTech.
With governments worldwide embracing digital transformation to enhance efficiency and sovereign security, VFS Global is poised to meet the evolving needs of travelers and citizens.
SAP’s world-class solutions enable VFS Global to develop AI-powered tools that streamline visa and consular services, optimize operations, and ensure seamless global mobility for millions.
Zubin Karkaria, founder and CEO of VFS Global, highlighted the partnership’s significance: “Partnering with SAP, a trusted leader in technology and AI, allows us to combine our expertise in citizen services with SAP’s innovative solutions. This empowers governments to boost efficiency, strengthen security, and facilitate global mobility.”
Christian Klein, CEO of SAP SE, stated, “SAP solutions position VFS Global to deliver transformative innovations, reinforcing its role as a vital partner for governments and citizens worldwide.”
Michael Nilles, VFS Global’s chief digital and technology officer, emphasized the strategic impact: “The combination of VFS Global’s strengths and SAP’s technology redefines cross-border mobility and citizen services. This partnership establishes us as a leader in GovTech and TravelTech, delivering AI-driven solutions that benefit governments and travelers alike.”
