Fly Countrywide Travel & Services Limited is a leading travel, Tourism Agencycompany committed to delivering world-class travel solutions with a personal touch. Based in Ibadan, Oyo State, we specialize in domestic and international travel arrangements, tour packages, corporate travel management, visa processing, and concierge services.
Fly Country Wide Travel and Services Ltd is committed to remaining well positioned and equipped to support our clients in their travel deals at guaranteed lowest rates. In order to guarantee our client’s efficiency and high performance on jobs, Fly Country Wide Travel and Services Ltd has skilled, resourceful, goal-oriented, and team players. With a passion for exploring the world and connecting people, we ensure every journey is seamless, memorable, and tailored to our client’s needs.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Visa Processing Officer
Location: Ibadan, Oyo
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Summary
A Visa Processing Officer is responsible for reviewing and processing visa applications from individuals who wish to travel to a specific country.
Key Responsibilities
Review and Process Visa Applications: Review visa applications, supporting documents, and eligibility criteria to ensure completeness and accuracy.
Conduct Interviews: Conduct interviews with applicants to gather additional information, clarify discrepancies, or verify documentation.
Verify Documentation: Verify the authenticity of documents, such as passports, birth certificates, and marriage certificates.
Assess Eligibility: Assess applicants' eligibility for a visa based on immigration laws, regulations, and policies.
Make Decisions: Make decisions on visa applications, including approvals, refusals, or requests for additional information.
Maintain Records: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of visa applications, decisions, and supporting documentation.
Provide Customer Service: Provide information and guidance to applicants, stakeholders, and other government agencies on visa requirements and processes.
Stay Updated on Immigration Policies: Stay current with changes in immigration laws, policies, and procedures to ensure accurate decision-making.
Requirements and Skills
Interested candidates should possess a BSC / BA Degree.
Experience: Relevant experience in immigration, visa processing, or a related field.
Language Skills: Fluency in the language of the country whose visas are being processed, as well as English or other languages as required.
Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to assess complex visa applications.
Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with applicants, stakeholders, and colleagues.
Attention to Detail: High attention to detail to ensure accuracy and completeness of visa applications and supporting documentation.
Knowledge of Immigration Laws and Policies: Strong knowledge of immigration laws, regulations, and policies to make informed decisions on visa applications.
Must be able to process visa most importantly Study and pilgrimage visa
Work Environment:
Government Agency: Typically works in a government agency responsible for immigration and visa processing, such as an embassy, consulate, or immigration department.
Office Setting: Works in an office setting, with regular hours and minimal travel required.
Team Environment: Collaborates with other visa processing officers, immigration officials, and support staff to ensure efficient and effective visa processing.