For Australian visa applications, processing will take place at, the "British High Commission, 389 Bauddhaloka Mawatha, Colombo 00700, Sri Lanka" Letters should be addressed to the Visa Officer at the mentioned address.
Key Steps for UK Visa Processing in Sri Lanka:
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Application Submission:
- Applicants need to complete the online visa application form through the UK Government's official visa website.
- Pay the visa fee and book an appointment at the Visa Application Centre in Colombo.
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Biometric Appointment:
- At the Visa Application Centre, applicants provide biometrics (fingerprints and photographs) and submit supporting documents.
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Processing:
- Once submitted, applications are forwarded to a UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) decision-making hub. The actual processing might take place outside Sri Lanka.
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Decision and Passport Collection:
- Applicants can choose to collect their passports from the application center or opt for courier delivery.
Location of the Visa Application Centre in Sri Lanka:
- VFS Global UK Visa Application Centre
No. 24, Dharmapala Mawatha, Colombo 7, Sri Lanka.