Students Slam Delays in UK Visa Processing Despite Paying Heavily for Agency

Frustration is boiling over among Indian students aspiring to study in the United Kingdom, as repeated delays and unclear communication from the UK Home Office derail academic plans — despite students paying thousands for “premium” support services that promise faster visa resolutions. 

The delays have particularly drawn criticism toward VFS Global, the official visa processing partner for the UK government. Students accuse the agency of inefficiency, contradictory



responses, and a lack of accountability, with many fearing they could lose their university admissions and scholarships as course deadlines approach.

Students allege that after paying for priority services, premium helplines, and case escalations, they were left in complete uncertainty. Rachit Sharma, who shared his experience on LinkedIn, said that international students are being pushed to the edge by delays beyond official timelines and unhelpful responses from both agencies.