Draft VFS FAQs for Retail and CIC – Aligned with VFS Process

Created by Rojohn Sy, Modified on Mon, 11 Aug at 2:47 PM by Rojohn Sy

Date: Issued: Aug 8, 2025

Effectivity Date: Aug 11, 2025

 

Subject: Handling of inquiries Retail Drop-Off/Pick-Up Services for VFS


Target Audience: Customer Center Team

CC: Retail Team

 

Distribution Type: Based on Distribution List Only

 

Purpose:

 

This FAQ is intended to assist 2GO Contact Center Agents in handling customer calls related to the VFS Pick-Up and Drop-Off service at 2GO Retail outlets. It reflects the official rollout schedule and service scope aligned with VFS, and ensures all agents provide accurate, consistent, and customer-friendly answers to frequently asked questions.

 

Key Reminders for CIC Agents:

  • Always ask for the location the customer is calling about (to determine if the store is included in the rollout).
  • When in doubt or if the question is outside our scope (e.g., visa processing), refer the customer to the US Embassy Hotline
  • Do not discuss pricing, eligibility, or future service activation unless officially released.

 

 

Questions

Answers

Can I drop off my visa documents at a 2GO store?

If store is in scope:
 Yes, starting August 11, selected 2GO stores are authorized to accept your sealed visa application packet. Please make sure you have your proof of payment and follow the drop-off process provided by VFS.

 

If store is not in scope:
 At this time, the store you mentioned is not part of the specialized drop-off program. However, you can still send your documents using our standard shipping service.

Can I pick up my passport at a 2GO store?

If store is in scope:
 Yes, you can pick up your passport at the assigned 2GO store as advised by the U.S. Embassy or VFS. Please bring the required documents including your government ID, payment proof, and the email notification.

 

If store is not in scope:
 That store is not yet enabled for passport pick-up. You may want to contact VFS directly to check where your documents are being sent.

Is the ₱600 fee applicable at all 2GO stores?

We recommend coordinating directly with VFS to confirm the applicable service fee and which locations are covered under their PUDO arrangement. 2GO stores follow the service instructions endorsed by VFS.

 

VFS Global – Visa Application Center
 
? Parqal Building 8, Cogon, Level 3, Diosdado Macapagal Blvd, Parañaque City
 
? (02) 8548-8223 / (02) 7792-8988
 
? info.philippines@vfshelpline.com
 
? support-philippines@usvisascheduling.com

What do I need to bring when dropping off my documents?

You’ll need to present your proof of payment and complete the waybill at the store. If you’re visiting a PUDO-enabled location, please follow the packing and labeling instructions given by VFS.

Can I track my shipment?

Yes. Once your documents are accepted, you’ll receive a tracking number that you can monitor via the 2GO website or mobile app.

Can someone drop off or pick up documents on my behalf?

Yes, a representative can handle the transaction for you. For drop-off, they need your documents and payment proof. For pick-up, they must bring authorization (LOA or SPA), your ID copy, their ID, and the VFS notification.

Can I use any 2GO store for pick-up or drop-off?

Only selected stores are part of the VFS PUDO rollout. It’s important to follow which store can accept your transaction.

What happens if I miss the 5-day pick-up window?

If your passport or visa is not claimed within 5 business days, it will be returned to the VFS Parqal office. For assistance, please contact VFS directly.

Do I need to fill out anything at the store?

Yes. You must complete a Customer Waybill with: Document type (IV, NIV, IW), UID number, and DS-160 code (for IW applicants).

Can I combine documents for multiple applicants in one pouch?

No. Each pouch and waybill is for one applicant only.

Can a representative of the minor’s guardian pick up the document?

Yes, with: US Embassy email, minor’s ID or birth certificate, guardian’s ID, representative’s ID, LOA or SPA, and proof of payment.

Can I pick up my document from a different 2GO store?

No. You must pick up from the designated store. For changes, contact the US Embassy Hotline.

Can I request delivery instead of pick-up?

No. Mode of collection cannot be changed at the store. Contact the US Embassy Hotline.

What do I need to bring to pick up my passport or visa?

You must present: US Embassy email notification, proof of payment, valid government-issued ID.

Can someone else pick up my document for me?

Yes, if they present: US Embassy email, your ID (copy), their own ID, proof of payment, LOA or SPA. 

 

For questions outside of the pick up and drop-off process or related to the visa application itself, please politely refer the customer to US Embassy.

 

Contact for Further Information:

US Visa Application Center, Contact number:  (02)85488223 or (02)77928988

 

List of 2Go Store (55 Branches In Scope)

REGION

STORE NAME

OPERATING DAYS

BUSINESS HOURS

Metro Manila

2GO ESCOLTA

Monday - Saturday

09:00AM - 07:30PM

Metro Manila

2GO MNL - SM MAKATI

Monday - Sunday 

10:00AM - 09:00PM

Metro Manila

2GO OLIVAREZ

Monday - Saturday

09:00AM - 07:30PM

Metro Manila

2GO ROBINSONS ERMITA

Monday - Sunday 

10:00AM - 09:00PM

Metro Manila

2GO SM CENTERPOINT

Monday - Sunday 

10:00AM - 09:00PM

Metro Manila

2GO SM LAS PINAS

Monday - Sunday 

10:00AM - 09:00PM

Metro Manila

2GO SM MALL OF ASIA

Monday - Sunday 

10:00AM - 09:00PM

Metro Manila

2GO SM MANILA

Monday - Sunday 

10:00AM - 09:00PM

Metro Manila

2GO SM MARIKINA

Monday - Sunday 

10:00AM - 09:00PM

Metro Manila

2GO SM MEGAMALL

Monday - Sunday 

10:00AM - 09:00PM

Metro Manila

2GO SM SOUTHMALL

Monday - Sunday 

10:00AM - 09:00PM

Metro Manila

2GO TRAVEL - MANILA

Monday - Sunday 

08:00AM - 06:30PM

Metro Manila

2GO VALENZUELA

Monday - Saturday

09:00AM - 07:30PM

Metro Manila

2GO CALOOCAN

Monday - Saturday

09:00AM - 07:30PM

Metro Manila

2GO SM CITY NORTH EDSA

Monday - Sunday 

10:00AM - 09:00PM

Metro Manila

2GO SM FAIRVIEW

Monday - Sunday 

10:00AM - 09:00PM

Metro Manila

2GO FESTIVAL MALL

Monday - Sunday 

10:00AM - 09:00PM

Luzon

SM OLONGAPO

Monday - Sunday 

10:00AM - 09:00PM

Luzon

2GO - BULACAN

Monday - Saturday

09:00AM - 07:30PM

Luzon

2GO DAGUPAN

Monday - Saturday

09:00AM - 07:30PM

Luzon

2GO DAU

Monday - Saturday

09:00AM - 07:30PM

Luzon

2GO LAOAG - HUB

Monday - Saturday

08:00AM - 06:30PM

Luzon

2GO SM BAGUIO

Monday - Sunday 

10:00AM - 09:00PM

Luzon

2GO TARLAC

Monday - Saturday

08:00AM - 06:30PM

Luzon

2GO - IMUS (NEW LUZON OUTLET -

Monday - Sunday 

08:00AM - 06:30PM

Luzon

2GO - SM CITY BACOOR

Monday - Sunday 

10:00AM - 09:00PM

Luzon

2GO CALAMBA HALANG

Monday - Saturday

09:00AM - 07:30PM

Luzon

2GO METROGATE PALAPALA

Monday - Saturday

08:00AM - 06:30PM

Luzon

SM DASMA

Monday - Sunday 

10:00AM - 09:00PM

Luzon

2GO STA ROSA 

Monday - Saturday

08:00AM - 06:30PM

Luzon

2GO TRAVEL - BATANGAS

Monday - Sunday 

08:00AM - 06:30PM

Visayas

2GO AYALA, CEBU

Monday - Sunday 

10:00AM - 09:00PM

Visayas

2GO MARINA MALL

Monday - Sunday 

10:00AM - 09:00PM

Visayas

2GO SM CITY CEBU

Monday - Sunday 

10:00AM - 09:00PM

Visayas

2GO TRAVEL - PIER 4

Monday - Sunday 

08:00AM - 06:30PM

Visayas

2GO BREDCO - NEW BACOLOD TERMINAL

Monday - Sunday 

08:00AM - 06:30PM

Visayas

2GO EXPRESS PUERTO PRINCESA PIER

Monday - Sunday 

08:00AM - 06:30PM

Visayas

2GO SM BACOLOD

Monday - Sunday 

10:00AM - 09:00PM

Visayas

2GO SM ILOILO

Monday - Sunday 

10:00AM - 09:00PM

Visayas

2GO TRAVEL - CATICLAN

Monday - Sunday 

08:00AM - 06:30PM

Visayas

2GO TRAVEL - ILOILO

Monday - Sunday 

08:00AM - 06:30PM

Visayas

2GO TRAVEL - ROXAS

Monday - Sunday 

08:00AM - 06:30PM

Mindanao

2GO CBO ILIGAN CORPORATE TICKETING

Monday - Saturday

08:00AM - 06:30PM

Mindanao

2GO CBO PUNTOD PORT

Monday - Sunday 

08:00AM - 06:30PM

Mindanao

2GO LIMKETKAI

Monday - Saturday

09:00AM - 07:30PM

Mindanao

2GO SM CDO DOWNTOWN PREMIER

Monday - Sunday 

10:00AM - 09:00PM

Mindanao

2GO DAPROZA

Monday - Saturday

09:00AM - 07:30PM

Mindanao

2GO ABREEZAL MALL DAVAO

Monday - Sunday 

10:00AM - 09:00PM

Mindanao

2GO GAISANO MALL OF DAVAO

Monday - Sunday 

10:00AM - 09:00PM

Mindanao

2GO PIER DAVAO SASA

Monday - Saturday

09:00AM - 07:30PM

Mindanao

2GO SM CITY DAVAO - ECOLAND

Monday - Sunday 

10:00AM - 09:00PM

Mindanao

2GO SM LANANG PREMIER DAVAO

Monday - Sunday 

10:00AM - 09:00PM

Mindanao

2GO TRAVEL - ZAMBOANGA (CBO)

Monday - Sunday 

08:00AM - 06:30PM

Visayas

ORMOC

Monday - Sunday 

08:00AM - 06:30PM

Mindanao

2GO PIER GENSAN

Monday - Sunday

08:00AM - 06:30PM

 

For questions outside of the pick up and drop-off process or related to the visa application itself, please politely refer the customer to US Embassy.

 

Contact for Further Information:

US Visa Application Center, Contact number:  (02)85488223 or (02)77928988

Implementation Guidelines

  1. This FAQ is effective August 11, 2025, and will remain in force until superseded by a new, jointly signed communication from Express and Retail Management.

 

  1. It is designed to support CIC agents in delivering clear, consistent, and service-focused responses to customer calls related to the acceptance and pick-up of visa documents under the VFS service.

 

  1. All CIC leads must ensure their teams are fully briefed on this FAQ and understand how to apply it during live customer interactions, especially when handling service eligibility or location-specific concerns.

 

  1. This document must be readily accessible to all CIC agents, either digitally or through the internal knowledge base, and treated as the official reference for VFS-related customer inquiries.

 

  1. Any questions outside the scope of this FAQ, particularly those related to visa processing, payment validation, or scheduling, must be politely redirected to VFS Global using the official contact details provided.

 

VFS Global – Visa Application Center
 
? Parqal Building 8, Cogon, Level 3, Diosdado Macapagal Blvd, Parañaque City
 
? (02) 8548-8223 / (02) 7792-8988
 
? info.philippines@vfshelpline.com
 
? support-philippines@usvisascheduling.com

 

  1. In cases of escalation, recurring confusion, or unclear service requests, agents must log the call and escalate through their CIC Supervisor, then logs will be shared to the Express Team to ensure proper handling and alignment with VFS.

 

  1. No changes to the FAQs or handling instructions are permitted unless formally issued in writing and jointly signed by Express and Retail Management.

 

This document reflects the jointly agreed handling protocol and is part of 2GO’s commitment to VFS to ensure a smooth, accurate, and professional experience for their applicants across all selected retail outlets.

 

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