Sri Lanka for citizens of Switzerland

🔑 How to enter to Sri Lanka from Switzerland

To enter Sri Lanka, Swiss citizens must follow some fairly simple steps. Please note that migration services have the right to request additional documents (return tickets, accommodation reservations and etc.).

1. Before traveling to Sri Lanka, check whether your Swiss passport is valid. Passport must be valid for 6 months after entering Sri Lanka and have at least 1 blank page for entry stamp.
2. Show your Swiss passport to the immigration officer upon arrival.
3. Getting a visa - an entry stamp in your Swiss passport. You are allowed to stay in Sri Lanka for 30 days.

✅ Requirements for Swiss citizens to visit Sri Lanka with tourist visa

• Swiss citizens should provide valid passport. Passport must be valid at the all time of entry to Sri Lanka. The passport must be a minimum of one blank page for the entry stamp.
• Medical insurance is recommended, as treatment of Swiss citizens on the territory of Sri Lanka is carried out on a commercial basis.

⚠ Citizens of Switzerland must obtain a visa in advance before traveling to Sri Lanka.

A Sri Lankan tourist visa is required for Swiss citizens. At the discretion of the embassy staff, the visa can be issued strictly under the travel time line. When applying for a tourist visa to Sri Lanka, the applicant must be in person. You may applay for a Sri Lankan tourist visa online.

✅ How to apply for Sri Lanka tourist visa from Switzerland

1. Prepare all required documents.
2. Complete the application form and attach all required documents.
3. Submit your visa application online.
4. Await processing of documents.
5. Receive your passports with visas. .

ℹ The processing time is usually standard, but may increase depending on the embassy's workload. Refusal may be received without explanation. The visa fee is non-refundable in case of refusal. The application must be submitted for each applicant separately and in person.

❓ FAQ

1. Do citizens of Switzerland require a visa to visit the Sri Lanka?

   Swiss citizens do not need a visa to visit the Sri Lanka.

2. How long Swiss citizens are allowed to stay in Sri Lanka without a visa?

   The maximum duration of stay in Sri Lanka for citizens of Switzerland for a visa-free stay is 30 days.

3. What happens if a Swiss passport holder stays in Sri Lanka longer than the visa-free period allowed?

   Overstaying visa-free entry to Sri Lanka is punishable by a fine, in case of serious violations a ban on entry to Sri Lanka is possible. It is essential to leave the country before your authorized stay expires or to extend your stay legally if needed.

4. Do citizens of Switzerland need to show proof of sufficient funds to enter Sri Lanka without a visa?

   Sri Lankan immigration authorities may ask for proof of sufficient funds or a return ticket when entering the country without a visa. It is advisable to have these documents with you when traveling.

5. What documents are required for Swiss citizens to enter Sri Lanka without a visa?

   Swiss citizens need a valid passport with at least six months validity, a return or onward ticket, and proof of sufficient funds to cover their stay in Sri Lanka.

6. Can Swiss work or study during the visa-free stay in Sri Lanka?

   The Sri Lanka visa-free stay is usually for tourism purposes only. For working or studying in Sri Lanka Swiss citizens usually requires a specific visa, and you should not engage in such activities on a tourist visa-free stay.