Abstract: A semiconductor light-emitting element according to the present invention includes a metal layer, a light-emitting layer, a first conductivity type layer and a second conductivity type layer sandwiching the light-emitting layer, and a plurality of contact portions that electrically connects the metal layer and the first conductivity type layer. The semiconductor light-emitting element includes a surface electrode including a pad electrode and a branch-shaped electrode that extends from the pad electrode between the plurality of contact portions.