Vesti AI, a Dallas-based immigration technology startup with operations across Nigeria, Kenya, Ghana, the UK, and Canada, has announced the launch of Zyra, its new multilingual AI paralegal designed to transform global immigration services.
The company, which combines artificial intelligence with expert advisory, labels Zyra as the world’s first first AI paralegal for immigration. Now, with Zyra, Vesti says it is shifting toward an AI-powered model aimed at reducing the time, cost, and stress of migration processes.
“Today, we are pleased to announce the launch of Zyra, the world’s first AI paralegal for immigration. Zyra is built to transform legal support in migration; smarter, faster, and designed for a global audience,” the company wrote in its LinkedIn announcement.
Vesti has already recorded over 1 million app downloads, managed immigration advisory for more than 400,000 clients, and filed over 400 complex work visa petitions.
How Zyra Works
Currently in private beta and used internally by Vesti’s legal team, Zyra supports English, Spanish, Chinese, and Japanese. The platform automates tasks such as:
- Analyzing complex legal documents in real time
- Tracking case progress
- Drafting customer petitions
- Flagging compliance requirements
According to TechCabal, Vesti says tasks that once took weeks can now be completed in minutes, enabling the company to handle multiple cases across different regions without compromising accuracy.
“With Zyra, we are not just improving efficiency; we are redefining what is possible in immigration services,” said Olusola Amusan, Vesti’s Chief Executive Officer said. “Our goal is to make high-quality, end-to-end agent-led guidance universally accessible. AI allows us to scale impact without losing the personal touch our clients rely on.”
“This is a deliberate shift to amplify our expertise. AI does not replace our team; it multiplies their impact,” Co-founder and COO, Abimbola Amusan added. “Zyra will give us the ability to serve more clients faster and smarter while maintaining the trust and accuracy that Vesti stands for.”
What This Means
The rollout of Zyra signals a major pivot for Vesti, which is retiring several of its features, including SafeLock, flight booking services, and multi-currency wallets. By focusing resources on scalable, AI-driven solutions, the startup says it can deliver a more future-ready immigration platform.
At the same time, reports say Vesti will continue to expand some of its core products, including the GlobalGeng debit Card, Visa Pathways, Miai, and ElitePass.
“We are moving with intention. Our focus remains on delivering practical, reliable tools that address the core realities of immigration and enable people to move and settle with confidence.” Olusola Amusan said.
Understanding the Immigration Tech Sector
In 2024, the global immigration management software market was valued at approximately $1.45 billion, with projections suggesting a robust compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13.8% through 2033.
Analysts say this growth underscores not just a demand for streamlined immigration tools, but also the potential for AI-powered platforms like Zyra to tap into an accelerating global need for efficient, scalable migration solutions.
By introducing Zyra, industry experts say Vesti is positioning itself at the intersection of technology, migration, and financial services, a growing niche in Africa’s startup ecosystem.
Talking Points
The launch of Zyra marks a bold move by Vesti to pioneer the use of AI in immigration services, a sector that has long struggled with manual, time-intensive processes.
By automating document review, compliance checks, and petition drafting, Zyra promises to shrink timelines from weeks to minutes, directly addressing one of the biggest pain points in global migration.
At Techparley, we see this as more than just an efficiency play. Zyra has the potential to democratize access to high-quality legal support, particularly for African migrants who are often excluded from premium services due to cost or geography.
The real test, however, lies in scaling Zyra beyond private beta. Adoption will depend on trust, regulatory clarity, and the willingness of migrants to rely on AI for sensitive legal processes.
If Zyra succeeds, it could redefine not just how immigration services are delivered, but also how AI is applied across law, finance, and cross-border services.
