Temporary Phone Numbers for VFS GLOBAL
How to Buy a Virtual Phone Number for VFS GLOBAL Through SMSFAST
To make a purchase and receive SMS online:Log in to your account
Either create a new account by clicking "Registration" or log in if you already have one.
Fund your balance
In the top right corner, click "+" and choose a convenient top-up method. Add the amount you need.
Select
In the left menu, under "Select service," click "VFS GLOBAL." Then, choose your region from the list.
Purchase a number
Click "Buy" and wait a few seconds for your temporary number to be purchased and activated.
Get the number
Copy the phone number from the "Number" field to activate the service.
Enter the code
Wait for the one-time password (OTP) to appear in the "Code from SMS" field, then enter it in the verification screen to complete registration.
Benefits of Using a Temporary Phone Number for VFS GLOBAL
VFS GLOBAL is an international company that manages the administrative and non-judgmental tasks related to visa and passport applications for governments worldwide. The process requires you to provide a phone number for application status updates and communication. This is one of the most sensitive processes you can undertake, making a temporary phone number a vital tool for protecting your personal data.
Safeguard Your Highly Sensitive Information
A visa application contains your most sensitive personal data: passport details, travel history, financial information, and more. A virtual number allows you to receive crucial SMS updates about your application status without linking this extremely sensitive file to your permanent, lifelong phone number. This compartmentalization is a critical security measure.
Protect Yourself from Targeted Scams
Scammers are known to impersonate official visa and immigration services. A temporary number used exclusively for your VFS GLOBAL application protects you from being targeted by these sophisticated phishing scams. Any fraudulent message claiming to be about your visa would be instantly suspicious if it arrived on your personal line, and your dedicated virtual number is not public knowledge.
Ensure Privacy for a Temporary Process
A visa application is a temporary but high-stakes process. You need to be reachable for a few weeks or months, but you don't need your number to remain in the system indefinitely. A temporary number is perfect for this. It serves its essential purpose for the duration of your application and then can be discarded, ensuring your personal contact details are not stored long-term or exposed in any potential data breach.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, our numbers are specifically designed for VFS GLOBAL registration. VFS GLOBAL requires a phone number for account creation, and our virtual numbers provide a reliable way to receive the SMS verification code.
Yes, you can. SMSFAST allows you to rent multiple virtual numbers, meaning you can use a unique number for each VFS GLOBAL account.
First, double-check that you've copied the SMS code precisely as it appeared in your SMSFAST account and entered it correctly into VFS GLOBAL. Also, ensure the number you used is still active and within its valid time frame.
If the issue persists, the number might have been flagged by VFS GLOBAL. In such cases, we recommend simply renting a new temporary phone number and repeating the registration process.
There may be a slight delay in network delivery at times. Please give it a minute or two.
- Request resend: On the VFS GLOBAL interface, look for the option to resend the code. This often prompts a new SMS message to be sent to your number.
- Ensure you are actively viewing the SMSFAST interface for the specific virtual number you rented, as the SMS message will appear there.
If the code still doesn't arrive after a resend attempt, the temporary number might be experiencing an issue with that specific service. We recommend canceling the current number (if no SMS has been received, you typically won't be charged) and renting a new disposable number from SMSFAST.
A number is valid for up to 20 minutes for SMS verification purposes. This ensures you have enough time to receive your verification code and complete the registration.
Yes, we provide real, non-VoIP numbers from local SIM cards. You can use to register on a variety of services.
No, you generally cannot reuse the same temporary number for VFS GLOBAL registration. It is designed for one-time SMS verification. If you need to register another account, you'll require a new code from a new virtual number.
Yes, it is safe. Using SMSFAST numbers for services like VFS GLOBAL significantly enhances your privacy and security. This allows you to avoid exposing your personal number.