We are the leading global travel visa service with unrivaled capability to obtain business and other travel visas for corporations and individuals worldwide in a fast, convenient and secure manner.
Fast.CIBTvisas specialises in securing Sri Lanka visas and can help you secure a Sri Lanka visa.
Easy.CIBTvisas is the easiest way to get a visa and can secure in as little as one day. We process Sri Lanka visas at the Sri Lanka Embassy every day for residents of the UK.
Sri Lanka Visa FAQs
When is the best time to apply for my Sri Lanka visa?
The best time to apply for your Sri Lanka visa is 1-2 months before your travel date. However, if you are running short on time, we may be able to process your visa on a faster service at the Embassy’s discretion.
Do I have to send you my passport to get a Sri Lanka visa? Is it safe to send a passport?
Yes. You will need to send your actual passport, not a copy of it. The Sri Lanka visa is stamped on your passport and will become one of your passport pages. Visa request cannot be processed without your original passport. Because of the importance of your passport, we strongly suggest that you send your application by a secure method, such as a guaranteed postal service or courier.
Sample of the Business Travel Requirements for an Sri Lanka Visa for Swiss Citizens
Application Procedure
The Embassy issues this visa for minimum stays of 31 days. Applicants travelling for a stay of up to 30 days must apply for a Business ETA. To proceed, please select “Business (electronic)” from the drop down menu on the homepage
Passport
The applicant's actualpassport. The passport must:
Have two blank facing visa pages
Be valid for six months beyond exit date
Photograph(s)
You must provide one colour, passport type photograph that meets the following criteria:
Be taken within the last three months and printed on high quality photo paper
Be taken against an all white background
Be 35 mm by 45mm in size
Provide the full frontal view of your head with your face centered in the middle and displaying a neutral (non-smiling) expression
You may wear neither spectacles nor headwear except for religious purposes
Your photo should not be affixed to your application and it may not display evidence of adhesive or staples
Business Introduction Letter
You must provide a Business Cover Letter from the applicant's Swiss employer. All letters must be printed on company letterhead that displays a Swiss postal address. Use the sample Business Cover Letter provided here to complete your letter.
All Business Cover Letters must be addressed to the Embassy or Consulate. The address of the diplomatic mission can be found here
Letter of Invitation
A letter of invitation from the company the applicant is visiting. A copy is acceptable. This letter must:
Be on company letterhead paper
Include the name of the applicant
State the purpose of journey
State the date of entry
Specify the requested number of entries and the length of visa required
Proof of Travel Arrangements
Details of travel arrangements. This must be provided as:
A copy of the flight confirmation showing onward/return travel
Visa Application Form(s)
One fully completed and signed application form
CIBTvisas Order Confirmation
For orders placed on the CIBTvisas website, a copy of the Online Order Confirmation which is sent to you via email, must be submitted.
For all other orders, and where applicable, a completed CIBTvisas Visa Order Form which can be found in the CIBTvisas Application Pack should be submitted.
Please note that all card payments will only be made upon completion of the visa application process.
Previous visits to areas impacted by COVID-19
Sri Lanka has temporarily suspended entry to travellers who have been to Italy, Iran or South Korea in the past 14 days
Sample of the Tourist Travel Requirements for an Sri Lanka Visa for Swiss Citizens
Eligibility and Documentation
The Government of Sri Lanka utilises an electronic visa issuance system which is the equivalent to a visa, but no stamp or label is placed in the passport.
To be eligible the traveller must:
Not hold a valid ETA, residence visa or multiple entry visa for Sri Lanka
Be outside Sri Lanka
Hold a passport valid at least six months on entry with one blank visa page
Hold proof of sufficient funds
Hold proof of onward/return flights
Hold proof of hotel reservation
Hold all documents required for the next destination
To complete the order form the traveller must provide:
A copy of the passport information page
Apply now and complete our order form providing basic travel and personal details. We'll take care of the rest keeping you apprised of your order's progress over email.