Visa Requirements for Entering Sri Lanka

Electronic travel authorization

Mandatory

Electronic travel authorization

Travelers need a travel authorization to visit Sri Lanka for Business or Tourism. Visa-exempt visitors entering Sri Lanka must obtain an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA). Travelers can submit the eTA application online. Once the application is approved, travelers receive their eTA confirmation electronically. An eTA is electronically linked to a passport and valid for up to 30 days. If travelers receive a new passport, they must apply for a new eTA. A valid eTA is required to board the flight. If the eTA is expired or doesn’t match the traveler’s passport information, travelers will not be able to board their flight.
Electronic travel authorization
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Electronic travel authorization

Mandatory

Electronic travel authorization

Travelers who wish to transit through Sri Lanka require an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA). You must get an eTA before your flight. The Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) is an online application. If approved, you'll receive your eTA confirmation electronically. Note: Your eTA is electronically linked to your passport and valid for up to 30 days. When you receive a new passport, you must apply for a new eTA. For all other visas, visit the government site.
Electronic travel authorization
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Electronic travel authorization

Mandatory

Electronic travel authorization

Travelers need a travel authorization to visit Sri Lanka for Business or Tourism. Visa-exempt visitors entering Sri Lanka must obtain an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA). Travelers can submit the eTA application online. Once the application is approved, travelers receive their eTA confirmation electronically. An eTA is electronically linked to a passport and valid for up to 30 days. If travelers receive a new passport, they must apply for a new eTA. A valid eTA is required to board the flight. If the eTA is expired or doesn’t match the traveler’s passport information, travelers will not be able to board their flight.
Electronic travel authorization
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Electronic travel authorization

Mandatory

Electronic travel authorization

Travelers need a travel authorization to visit Sri Lanka for Business or Tourism. Visa-exempt visitors entering Sri Lanka must obtain an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA). Travelers can submit the eTA application online. Once the application is approved, travelers receive their eTA confirmation electronically. An eTA is electronically linked to a passport and valid for up to 30 days. If travelers receive a new passport, they must apply for a new eTA. A valid eTA is required to board the flight. If the eTA is expired or doesn’t match the traveler’s passport information, travelers will not be able to board their flight.
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Electronic travel authorization

Mandatory

Electronic travel authorization

Travelers who wish to transit through Sri Lanka require an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA). You must get an eTA before your flight. The Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) is an online application. If approved, you'll receive your eTA confirmation electronically. Note: Your eTA is electronically linked to your passport and valid for up to 30 days. When you receive a new passport, you must apply for a new eTA. For all other visas, visit the government site.
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Visa is not required

Not Required

Visa is not required

Travelers don’t need a visa to visit Sri Lanka for Business or Tourism. To check permitted length of stay and other entry requirements, visit the government site.
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