Sri Lanka offers several types of tourist visas, catering to different lengths of stay and purposes of visit. Here’s a brief overview:
Standard Visitor Visa:
Duration: Valid for 6 months, limiting the stay to 60 days at each visit with double entry facility.
Extension: Possible for 2 months, terminating the double entry facility.
Fee: SAARC countries – USD $35, Non-SAARC – USD $75. Free for Singapore, Maldives, Seychelles, and Czech Republic.
Application: Online through the official website.
Permitted Activities: Sightseeing, holidaying, visiting friends and relatives, medical treatments including Ayurvedic and Yoga, participating in sports events, and cultural performances.
Prohibited Activities: Engaging in business/trade activities, employment, or frequent successive visits for long-term stay.
One Year Multiple Entry Visa:
Duration: Valid for 12 months, limiting the stay to 90 days at each visit.
Fee: USD $200.
Application: Online through the official website.
Permitted Activities: Similar to the standard visitor visa.
Two Years Multiple Entry Visa:
Duration: Valid for 2 years, limiting the stay to 180 days at each visit.
Fee: Information not specified; please refer to the official website for details.
30 Days Visa:
Duration: 30 days with a single entry facility.
Extension: Not granted.
Fee: Information not specified; please refer to the official website for details.
A passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry.
Proof of financial means for the duration of the stay.
Evidence of intent to leave Sri Lanka before the visa expires (e.g., return flight ticket).
Documents supporting the purpose of the trip.
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, it’s always best to check the official Sri Lankan visa website or contact the nearest Sri Lankan diplomatic mission2345.
The e-visa process for Sri Lanka is a streamlined online procedure that allows tourists to obtain authorization to enter the country.
Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to apply for an e-visa:
All destinations in Sri Lanka are open without the need for self-isolation.
Transit visa for all nationalities is free of charge.
Children under 11 years of age will be free of charge.
The requirement for a COVID-19 vaccination certificate has been removed.
There is no longer a need for PCR/RAT tests for on arrival or pre-boarding.
For citizens of certain countries, including China, India, Indonesia, Russia, Thailand, Malaysia, and Japan, there is a fee waiver scheme in place for the 30-day single entry eVisa, valid until May 31st, 2024, for tourism purposes.
Please note that the information provided here is based on the latest available data, but it’s always best to check the official website for the most current details and updates123.
Sri Lanka does offer a Visa on Arrival service for most foreign visitors. This service can be used for tourism, business, or transit purposes and grants short-term stays. However, it’s important to note that since 2012, Sri Lanka has provided the option to pre-register for an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) through an online application, which is much faster and will expedite the process of going through border control.
Here are the steps to apply for an ETA, which is recommended to do before your arrival to ensure a smoother entry:
Although the Visa on Arrival is available, it’s highly recommended to obtain the ETA beforehand to avoid any potential delays upon arrival. For the most current details and updates, always check the official Sri Lanka eVisa website2.
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