Transit Visa
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Transit Visa

Tourist

At a Glance

Processing Time

7-14 days

Application Fee

35 USD

Stay Duration

Up to 30 days

Renewable

No

Job Offer

Not Required

Dependents

Not Specified

PR Pathway

No

This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.

Remote Work

Not Required

Overview

Traditional transit permit for passengers traveling through Sri Lanka to another destination. Available from diplomatic missions for stays up to 30 days.

A Transit Visa is an entry permit granted for a short period incidental to a journey to another destination. It is issued by Sri Lankan diplomatic missions for passengers who need to leave the airport or stay longer than 7 days.

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Requirements

Personal

Passport Validity

6 months months

Documentation

Applicant Documents

Valid passport

At least 6 months validity

Passport photos

Passport-sized

Onward ticket

Proof of journey to final destination

Transit visa application form

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Advantages

  • Up to 30 days validity
  • Available from diplomatic missions
  • Suitable for longer transits

Considerations

  • Requires embassy appointment
  • 1-2 week processing time
  • Does not permit employment
  • Requires onward ticket

Application Process

1

Prepare documents

Gather passport and onward ticket

2

Apply at embassy

Submit at Sri Lankan diplomatic mission

3

Pay fee

USD 35

4

Wait for processing

1-2 weeks

5

Collect visa

Receive stamped passport

Application Forms

Transit Visa Application Form

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