Since April 2024, the Sri Lankan government has replaced its electronic travel authorisation (ETA) by a e-Visa to visit the country for tourism, business or a stopover. It allows multiple entries into the country up to 90 days and valid for up to 10 years. Most countries are eligible for this online application. Children under 12, previously exempt from consular fees, must now pay as an adult.
What are the eligibility criteria for the Sri Lankan e-Visa?
1️⃣ Documents
You must have a passport valid for at least 6 months after your arrival, passport photoand a letter of invitation/continuation ticket (for certain eVisas only).
2️⃣ Location
You must not be in possession of a valid visa for Sri Lanka and you must not currently be in Sri Lanka.
3️⃣ Arrival
Entry via one of the following airports:
Aéroports
Katunayake - Bandaranaike International Airport
Jaffna - Jaffna International Airport
Mattala - Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport
Who is eligible for e-Visa?
All nationalities are eligible for e-Visa
Only nationals of 🇲🇻 Maldives, 🇸🇨 Seychelles, 🇸🇬 Singapore and 🇨🇿 Czech Republic are exempt. The crew members of a flight or ship are also exempt.
Those from 🇨🇲 Cameroon, 🇨🇮 Côte d'Ivoire, 🇬🇭 Ghana, 🇳🇬 Nigeria, 🇸🇾 Syria and 🇰🇵 North Korea should apply to the nearest Sri Lankan representation or to their Sri Lankan sponsor.
Consular fees for the Sri Lanka e-Visa (excluding service charges)
Tourism 30 days
You can enter the country only oncefor a stay not exceeding 30 days.
- 46 € per person
Tourism 60 days
You can enter the country twicefor stays not exceeding 60 days. The eVisa is valid for 6 months.
- 93 € per person
Tourism 90 days
You can enter the country several timesfor stays not exceeding 90 days. The eVisa is valid for 1 year.
- 209 € per person
Business 60 days
You can enter the country for two stays of 60 days over a period of 6 months.
- 93 € per person
Transit 4 days
A stopover or transit for a stay of 4 days. Validity begins on your date of entry.
- 46 € per person
What are the advantages of e-Visa?
Group application possible
100% online, no need to go to an embassy
Ask before you travel
Official document from the authorities
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Normal case processingAuthorities issue documents without significant delay
The Sri Lanka e-Visa in brief
| Format | Electronics only |
|---|---|
| Reasons | Tourism, business or transit |
| Number of entries | 1, 2 or unlimited |
| How long does it take? | 3 days |
| Length of stay | 1 to 90 days |
| Validity | up to 1 year |
| Consular fees | From 46 € |
For a travel to Sri LankaAn electronic visa is required for tourismthe business or for a transit.
The e-Visa allows you to stay up to 90 days on site for 209 € per passenger, excluding service charges. For a transitthe Sri Lanka e-Visa allows you to stay in 4 days in the region.
We advise you to apply online at least 3 days before you arrive in Sri Lanka.
When to travel to Sri Lanka
Ideally, the best time to travel to Sri Lanka is from January to May. To avoid a heavy tourist influx, it's best to leave during the months of April and May when sun, warmth and tranquillity will be present.
Places to visit in Sri Lanka
Located 20km from Sigiriya, the Dambulla caves will take you back in time with its 157 Buddha statues with different postures from each other.
Located at an altitude of 2,243m, Adam's Peak is a sacred place. For an unforgettable experience, we recommend climbing the summit on the evenings of a full moon. You'll meet many pilgrims there and share a magical moment.
Close to Nuwara Eliya, this natural site called Horton Plains offers some impressive views. When the sun peeks out, you can catch a glimpse of the Indian Ocean and why not catch a glimpse of a leopard in the forest! For an unusual and unforgettable activity, opt for a excursion on board a catamaran 100% made in Sri Lanka and observe the marine animals: whales, dolphins ...
Practical information
- Official country name Sri Lanka
- Location : India
- Capital : Colombo
- Area surface area: 65,610 km2
- Language Sri Lankan
- Currency Sri Lankan rupee
- Climate Equatorial
- Time zone UTC +5h30
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Information
Security : When travelling through the villages, it is important to watch out for bogus guides who will follow you all the way until they ask you for a sum of money.
More information on vaccines
Health : No vaccinations are required for travel to Sri Lanka. However, it is essential to be up to date with your universal vaccinations.
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