{"id":1289,"date":"2023-07-29T00:26:55","date_gmt":"2023-07-28T22:26:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.etasri.com\/?p=1289"},"modified":"2024-05-06T16:46:11","modified_gmt":"2024-05-06T14:46:11","slug":"site-officiel","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.apply.com.lk\/en\/article\/official-website\/","title":{"rendered":"What is the official website for applying for an e-Visa for Sri Lanka?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>We'll tell you about the official website for applying for an e-Visa for Sri Lanka and the various steps involved in obtaining this essential document for your trip. We'll also look at visa agencies, in case you prefer to leave the process to a professional.<!--more--><\/p>\n<h2>What is an e-Visa for Sri Lanka?<\/h2>\n<p>The e-Visa allows nationals of certain countries to enter Sri Lanka for a short stay without the need for a traditional visa. This applies in particular to tourist and business travellers, as well as those transiting through the<strong>Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), Jaffna International Airport and Jaffna International Airport.<br \/>\nby Mattala Rajapaksa International<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3>Conditions for obtaining an e-Visa<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Be a citizen of a country eligible for e-Visa<\/li>\n<li>A passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of arrival in Sri Lanka.<\/li>\n<li>Have a return or onward ticket proving that you will not be staying longer than the authorised duration<\/li>\n<li>Have the necessary funds to support yourself during your stay in the country<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Official website for applying for an e-Visa for Sri Lanka<\/h2>\n<p>To apply for an e-Visa for Sri Lanka, you can go through the <strong>Official website of the Sri Lankan government : <\/strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">https:\/\/www.srilankaevisa.lk\/<\/span><strong>.<\/strong> This site offers an online form that can be completed in just a few minutes. You can submit your request for electronic authorisation and receive a rapid response, generally within 10 days.<\/p>\n<h3>Steps for completing the online form on the official website<\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li>Visit the official website of the Sri Lankan government dedicated to e-Visa<\/li>\n<li>Click on \"\u00a0<em>Apply now<\/em>\u00a0\"Click here to access the application form<\/li>\n<li>Fill in your personal details and the details of your trip (type of trip, dates, etc.).<\/li>\n<li>Confirm your application by paying the handling fee, which varies according to the length of your stay and the type of e-Visa.<\/li>\n<li>Wait until you receive confirmation of your electronic authorisation by email<\/li>\n<li>Print this confirmation and keep it with your passport for presentation to the authorities on arrival in Sri Lanka.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><em><strong>Note that the official website offers the advantage of being quicker, but does not offer any upstream checks, and is only available in English.<\/strong>. What's more, application fees are generally lower than those offered by visa agencies.<\/em><\/p>\n<h2>Using a visa agency to obtain an e-Visa for Sri Lanka<\/h2>\n<p>If you don't feel comfortable with online procedures or don't have the time to fill in the form on the official website, you can also call on the services of a <strong>visa agency<\/strong>. These companies specialise in handling administrative formalities and will submit your e-Visa application for Sri Lanka on your behalf.<\/p>\n<h3>Advantages and disadvantages of visa agencies<\/h3>\n<p>There are several advantages to using a visa agency:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Time saving<\/strong> the agency takes care of all the paperwork for you<\/li>\n<li><strong>Security<\/strong> Visa agencies often have expertise in the field and know how to avoid mistakes that could lead to your e-Visa being refused.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Support<\/strong> Some agencies offer a responsive customer service team to answer all your questions and guide you through the process.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>However, there are also some disadvantages to consider:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Cost<\/strong> Visa agencies generally charge a service fee in addition to the official application fee, which can make it more expensive to obtain your e-Visa.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>How do I choose a visa agency?<\/h3>\n<p>To choose a serious and reliable visa agency, here are a few tips to follow:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Check the agency's reputation by consulting customer reviews on the Internet or asking friends and family for advice.<\/li>\n<li>Make sure the agency has a professional and secure website to protect your personal data<\/li>\n<li>Compare the rates offered by several agencies to find the best value for money<\/li>\n<li>Choose agencies that offer accessible and responsive customer service<\/li>\n<\/ul>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We'll tell you about the official website for applying for an e-Visa for Sri Lanka and the various steps involved in obtaining this essential document for your trip. 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