BLS International secures Cyprus visa outsourcing mandate in South Africa

BLS International Services Ltd, a leading tech-enabled visa and consular services provider, has announced that it has secured a visa outsourcing contract from the Republic of Cyprus to manage operations in South Africa. This strategic win highlights the company’s growing influence in the global visa outsourcing market, where efficiency, customer experience, and cost reduction are key differentiators.

The mandate will allow BLS to set up and operate visa application centers, offering streamlined services to applicants while supporting Cyprus’s diplomatic mission in South Africa. The development underscores BLS’s ability to expand its international portfolio and compete with established players in the outsourced visa services sector.

Key highlights

• Contract win: Visa outsourcing mandate from Republic of Cyprus in South Africa.
• Scope: Establish and manage visa application centers for Cyprus.
• Strategic impact: Expands BLS’s global footprint in consular services.
• Market positioning: Reinforces BLS as a trusted partner in outsourced visa processing.
• Efficiency gains: Expected to improve applicant experience and reduce administrative costs.

Sources: BLS International official website; The Hindu BusinessLine