Is a group visa better than individual visas for a family or group?

Yes. If your group is traveling together on the same itinerary, a group visa application is the better option. While each applicant still receives an individual e-Visa, applying as a group streamlines the process and offers several advantages.

Advantages of a Group Visa Application

When applying for a Sri Lanka visa, submitting a group visa application may be preferable to filing for individual visas separately. Here's why:

Convenient Payment: Rather of making separate payments for each applicant, a group visa application allows for a single pooled payment, streamlining the procedure.

Lower Service Fees: Applying as a group generally results in lower service fees, making it a more affordable alternative for families or big groups.

Faster Processing: Because all applications are filed simultaneously, processing times may be reduced compared to handling several individual visa petitions.

>>> Note: The visa fee per person remains the same whether applying individually or as a group. However, a group visa application saves time and reduces administrative hassle.

When Is an Individual Visa a Better Option?

While a group visa application is ideal for many travelers, applying for individual visas may be preferable in these situations:

Your group is small (fewer than 5 people).
Travelers have different entry/exit dates or separate itineraries.
Each traveler prefers to manage their own visa application independently.

How to Apply for a Group Visa Application

At Sri Lanka Immigration Services, travelers can submit a group visa application for up to 15 applicants in a single submission. This allows all travel details to be processed together, ensuring efficiency and convenience.

Steps to Apply for a Group Visa

Visit the Sri Lanka Immigration Services website and click “Apply e-Visa”.

In the “Number of Visas” field, select the number of applicants for your group visa application (up to 15).

Provide the following details for all applicants:

Visa Information: Number of visas, type of visa, and processing time.
Personal Information: Full name, gender, date of birth, nationality, and passport number.
Travel Details: Arrival and departure dates.

Additional Notes for a Smooth Group Visa Application

One Payment for All Applicants: A group visa application requires only one transaction, reducing the complexity of multiple payments. Visit payment guidelines.

Passport Requirement: Each applicant must have a passport valid for at least six months from their intended arrival date in Sri Lanka.

Discount Offers: Visit the Sri Lanka Immigration Services website for promotions and discount codes to save on visa fees. Simply enter the promo code at checkout to receive a discounted price.

For a seamless and hassle-free experience, consult Sri Lanka Immigration Services to determine if a group visa application is the best option for your travel plans.

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