VFS Global Partners with Responsible AI Institute for Ethical AI

Dubai, UAE – VFS Global, a leading outsourcing and technology services provider for governments and diplomatic missions worldwide, has announced a new partnership with the Responsible AI Institute (RAI Institute). This non-profit organization, based in the USA, specializes in promoting ethical and responsible practices in the development of artificial intelligence.

Under this collaboration, VFS Global will work closely with the RAI Institute to ensure its AI solutions for visa processing adhere to the highest standards of ethics, data privacy, and security. The partnership aims to enable continuous technological innovation while providing more convenience for customers and delivering secure and responsible services to governments worldwide.

VFS Global will develop all AI solutions exclusively within its advanced Development Centers in Mumbai, Dubai, and Berlin. These centers will serve as platforms for collaboration with client governments, allowing VFS Global to tailor solutions that enhance visa processing efficiency, security, and user experience while meeting specific regulatory requirements.

Zubin Karkaria, Founder and CEO of VFS Global, emphasized the company’s commitment to ethical AI development, saying, “Our alliance with the Responsible AI Institute reinforces our dedication to ethical AI development. We have always been at the forefront of technological innovation, committed to ensuring security, integrity, and strict compliance with the regulatory frameworks of our Client Governments.”

Alyssa Lefaivre Škopac, Head of Global Partnerships and Growth at the Responsible AI Institute, welcomed the partnership, stating, “VFS Global’s impressive track record and global outlook makes it an invaluable addition as we work to steer AI towards public good.”

This partnership between VFS Global and the Responsible AI Institute demonstrates the company’s commitment to innovating in the visa, identity, and citizen services sectors while ensuring the confidence and trust of its client governments in its AI development endeavors.