I had a very bad experience with godspeed
I had a very bad experience with Godspeed Consultancy (Kochi) regarding my German Opportunity Card visa.
Before my detailed review, a quick note:
Applying for the Opportunity Card is actually simple. You just need to fill out the form on the official portal and submit your documents through VFS. Please visit "digital.diplo.de" and check the application form yourself (you can even create a dummy form without submitting). There are also plenty of YouTube videos with step-by-step guidance. Honestly, Google and ChatGPT can provide more accurate information than this consultancy.
MY EXPERIENCE:
• I was planning to migrate to Europe when I came across their ad. Soon after, an agent named Akshaya started constant follow-ups, saying they had a limited-time “offer” of ₹50,000 (instead of ₹75,000). She assured me that once I paid, my application would be processed immediately.
• After a week of consideration, I paid ₹50,000 + GST (₹59,000). The next day they sent me a one-sided service agreement with terms completely in their favor. For example, even in the worst case, they only refund 10%—meaning once you sign, your money is practically gone.
• With hesitation, I signed and returned it. A week later, they rejected my agreement, claiming my signature didn’t match the one on a 9-year-old passport. Their promise of “immediate processing” was clearly false. When I questioned the delay, they said they had “many applicants” and things take time. Later, Akshaya admitted she had no idea when the documentation team would process my case, and even demanded another ₹25,000 for “quick processing.”
• Realizing the red flags, I withdrew within 10 days of payment and requested a full refund, since there was no valid agreement. That’s when the real struggle began. Multiple agents kept calling me, each unaware of my previous conversations.
• After weeks of back-and-forth, they finally agreed to refund ₹45,000, claiming ₹5,000 as “administrative charges” and withholding ₹9,000 GST refund. After consulting with my advocate, I explained that they cannot arbitrarily deduct admin charges and that GST must also be refunded. Eventually, they agreed to refund ₹53,100.
• They promised to refund within 30 working days, but even on the 29th day I had no response. Finlay, after countless calls and 40+ emails did I finally get my money back on the 30th day.
VERDICT:
• Do your own research first—the entire Opportunity Card application takes less than 100 words to fill out and simple document submission.
• Don’t blindly trust “4+ star” Google reviews—negative reviews often disappear overnight.
• If you still want to proceed with this consultancy:
o Ask for the service agreement before payment and read the refund policy carefully.
o Check if there are any hidden administrative charges.
o Ensure they refund GST proportionately (charging GST on the full amount during refund is illegal).
o Demand access to the consular portal account so you know exactly what is being submitted in your name.
• Remember: they cannot proceed with your Opportunity Card unless you create a blocked account (if required).