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Switzerland Visa for Sri Lankan Citizens

Visa required

Sri Lankan passport holders need a visa to enter Switzerland. Apply at a Switzerland embassy or consulate, or the official visa portal, before travelling.

How Sri Lankan citizens apply for a Switzerland visa

  • → Apply for a visa at the Switzerland embassy/consulate or official visa application centre before travelling.
  • See the exact document checklist for Sri Lankan applicants, by visa type.
  • → Confirm the latest rules on the destination's official government page before you book.

Documents required for Sri Lankan applicants

The exact documents Sri Lankan citizens must submit for Switzerland, by visa type, from the official visa application centre.

otherOfficial

- Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here (https://visa.vfsglobal.com/lka/en/che/travel-insurance) Document required for Official Visa please click here. Please note: - To bring a copy of the bio page and amendment page of the current passport copy in addition to the passport copy mention in the check list. - One photograph( with white/light background; must be taken within the last three months) - To arrange the documents according to the given order as per the check list. Biometric data (fingerprints) Biometric data have to be collected for first time travelers or travelers whose biometric data was collected more than 59 months ago. Travellers with valid biometric data (taken less than 59 months ago) are exempted of lodging the application in person. A representative may be appointed if duly authorized. The representative should carry an authorization letter.

businessBusiness

- Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here (https://visa.vfsglobal.com/lka/en/che/travel-insurance) Document required for Business Visa please click here. Please note: - To bring a copy of the bio page and amendment page of the current passport copy in addition to the passport copy mention in the check list. - One photograph( with white/light background; must be taken within the last three months) - To arrange the documents according to the given order as per the check list. Biometric data (fingerprints) Biometric data have to be collected for first time travelers or travelers whose biometric data was collected more than 59 months ago. Travellers with valid biometric data (taken less than 59 months ago) are exempted of lodging the application in person. A representative may be appointed if duly authorized. The representative should carry an authorization letter.

otherVisitor

- Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here (https://visa.vfsglobal.com/lka/en/che/travel-insurance) Document required for Tourist Visa please click here. Please note: - To bring a copy of the bio page and amendment page of the current passport copy in addition to the passport copy mention in the check list. - One photograph( with white/light background; must be taken within the last three months) - To arrange the documents according to the given order as per the check list. Biometric data (fingerprints) Biometric data have to be collected for first time travelers or travelers whose biometric data was collected more than 59 months ago. Travellers with valid biometric data (taken less than 59 months ago) are exempted of lodging the application in person. A representative may be appointed if duly authorized. The representative should carry an authorization letter.

touristTourist

- Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here (https://visa.vfsglobal.com/lka/en/che/travel-insurance) Document required for Tourist Visa please click here. Please note: - To bring a copy of the bio page and amendment page of the current passport copy in addition to the passport copy mention in the check list. - One photograph( with white/light background; must be taken within the last three months) - To arrange the documents according to the given order as per the check list. Biometric data (fingerprints) Biometric data have to be collected for first time travelers or travelers whose biometric data was collected more than 59 months ago. Travellers with valid biometric data (taken less than 59 months ago) are exempted of lodging the application in person. A representative may be appointed if duly authorized. The representative should carry an authorization letter.

familyFamily Swiss Eu

- Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here (https://visa.vfsglobal.com/lka/en/che/travel-insurance) Document required for Family Swiss EU Visa please click here. Please note: - To bring a copy of the bio page and amendment page of the current passport copy in addition to the passport copy mention in the check list. - One photograph( with white/light background; must be taken within the last three months) - To arrange the documents according to the given order as per the check list. Biometric data (fingerprints) Biometric data have to be collected for first time travelers or travelers whose biometric data was collected more than 59 months ago. Travellers with valid biometric data (taken less than 59 months ago) are exempted of lodging the application in person. A representative may be appointed if duly authorized. The representative should carry an authorization letter.

transitTransit

- Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here (https://visa.vfsglobal.com/lka/en/che/travel-insurance) Document required for Transit Visa please click here. Please note: - To bring a copy of the bio page and amendment page of the current passport copy in addition to the passport copy mention in the check list. - One photograph( with white/light background; must be taken within the last three months) - To arrange the documents according to the given order as per the check list. Biometric data (fingerprints) Biometric data have to be collected for first time travelers or travelers whose biometric data was collected more than 59 months ago. Travellers with valid biometric data (taken less than 59 months ago) are exempted of lodging the application in person. A representative may be appointed if duly authorized. The representative should carry an authorization letter.

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Switzerland visa for Sri Lanka citizens — FAQ

Do Sri Lankan citizens need a visa for Switzerland?

Sri Lankan passport holders need a visa to enter Switzerland. Apply at a Switzerland embassy or consulate, or the official visa portal, before travelling.

What documents do Sri Lankan citizens need for Switzerland?

A valid passport plus the Switzerland document checklist for your visa type — Earth Visa lists the full required documents per visa category from the official visa application centre.

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