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Sri Lanka ETA Visa Application
Sri Lanka e-Visa: Basic information
ETA Sri Lanka is an electronic travel certificate issued by the Sri Lanka Immigration and Emigration department on January 1, 2012 to foreigners who wish to enter or pass through Sri Lanka.
Sri Lanka has introduced an e-visa system to help international travelers obtain the required visa in the easiest way through online application.
ETA will allow you to enter Sri Lanka twice within 30 days of your travel date (or the shorter of the expiration dates).
ETA Sri Lanka can be divided into three types:, tourist visas and transit visas, trade visas
Citizens of the eligible country must apply for a Sri Lankan visa using the online application form.
Average online processing time for Sri Lanka ETA is 24 hours after application submission.
You have to pay USD 73 for one application.
Important Update
The Government of Sri Lanka need all arriving tourists to fulfill the Sri Lankan Health Declaration within 48 hours of their expected arrival.
All travelers over the age of 15 must complete a separate form, and travelers under the age of 15 must submit a health certificate completed by their parent or legal guardian.
Sri Lankan authorities will provide each passenger filling out the online form with a PDF confirmation and QR code. Confirmation will be emailed and must be presented upon arrival in Sri Lanka.
Sri Lanka’s ETA can consist of three different types. Each of them is designed for different purposes. Choose the type of entry visa that best suits your travel needs.
Applicants can choose:
- A tourist visa is a two-time entry visa for tourism that allows you to stay in the country for 30 days.
- A business visa is a two-time entry teade visa that allows you to stay in Sri Lanka for a total of 30 days.
- A transit visa as a two-day entry visa to pass through Sri Lanka on the way to another final destination.
If you have any questions about the types of visas available, please contact our online help desk via call or email.
Below is the list of eligible countries , and their citizens can apply for a Sri Lanka ETA.
- Albania
- Algeria
- American Samoa
- Andorra
- Angola
- Anguilla (UK)
- Antigua and Barbuda
- Argentina
- Armenia
- Aruba (NL)
- Australia
- Austria
- Azerbaijan
- Bahamas
- Bahrain
- Bangladesh
- Barbados
- Belarus
- Belgium
- Belize
- Benin
- Bermuda
- Bhutan
- Bolivia
- Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Botswana
- Brazil
- British Virgin Islands (UK)
- Brunei
- Bulgaria
- Burkina Faso
- Burundi
- Cambodia
- Cameroon
- Canada
- Cape Verde
- Cayman Islands (UK)
- Central African Republic
- Chad
- Channel Islands (UK)
- Chile
- China
- Colombia
- Comoros
- Costa Rica
- Croatia
- Cuba
- Cyprus
- Czech Republic
- Denmark
- Djibouti
- Dominica
- Dominican Republic
- East Timor
- Ecuador
- Egypt
- Equatorial Guinea
- Eritrea
- Estonia
- Eswatini (Swaziland)
- Ethiopia
- Falkland Islands (Malvinas) (DK)
- Fiji
- Finland
- France
- Gambia
- Georgia
- Germany
- Gibraltar (UK)
- Glorioso Islands (FR)
- Greece
- Greenland (DK)
- Grenada
- Guadeloupe (FR)
- Guam (US)
- Guatemala
- Guyana
- Haiti
- Honduras
- Hong Kong (SAR)
- Hungary
- Iceland
- India
- Indonesia
- Iran
- Iraq
- Ireland
- Isle of Man (UK)
- Israel
- Italy
- Jamaica
- Jan Mayen (NO)
- Japan
- Jordan
- Kazakhstan
- Kiribati
- Korea, South
- Kuwait
- Kyrgyzstan
- Laos
- Latvia
- Lebanon
- Lesotho
- Libya
- Liechtenstein
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Macau (SAR)
- Macedonia (North)
- Madagascar
- Malawi
- Malaysia
- Malta
- Marshall Islands
- Martinique (FR)
- Mauritania
- Mauritius
- Mayotte (FR)
- Mexico
- Micronesia
- Moldova
- Monaco
- Mongolia
- Montenegro
- Montserrat (UK)
- Morocco
- Mozambique
- Namibia
- Nauru
- Navassa Island (US)
- Nepal
- Netherlands
- Netherlands Antilles (NL)
- New Caledonia
- New Zealand
- Nicaragua
- Niger
- Niue (NZ)
- Norway
- Oman
- Pakistan
- Palau
- Panama
- Papua New Guinea
- Paracel Islands (CN)
- Paraguay
- Peru
- Philippines
- Pitcairn Islands (UK)
- Poland
- Portugal
- Puerto Rico (US)
- Qatar
- Reunion (FR)
- Romania
- Russian Federation
- Rwanda
- Saint Helena (UK)
- Saint Kitts and Nevis
- Saint Lucia
- Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
- Samoa
- San Marino
- Sao Tome and Principe
- Saudi Arabia
- Senegal
- Serbia
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Solomon Islands
- Somalia
- South Africa
- Spain
- Sri Lanka
- Suriname
- Svalbard (NL)
- Sweden
- Switzerland
- Taiwan
- Tajikistan
- Tanzania
- Thailand
- Togo
- Tokelau (NZ)
- Tonga
- Trinidad and Tobago
- Tunisia
- Turkey
- Turkmenistan
- Turks and Caicos Islands (UK)
- Tuvalu
- Ukraine
- United Arab Emirates
- United Kingdom
- United States of America
- Uruguay
- Uzbekistan
- Vanuatu
- Vatican City (Holy See)
- Venezuela
- Vietnam
- Wake Island (US)
- Wallis and Futuna (FR)
- Western Sahara
- Yemen
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
Nationals from Seychelles, Singapore, and the Maldives did not need to apply from Sri-lankan Visa. They can enter country visa free
To apply for a visa online, you only need a valid passport and a working device with an internet connection. Visit our website and complete the simple 3-step application process.
Sri Lanka Visa Application Guide:
- Use the fields on the left to select your travel purpose to Sri Lanka. Fill out the application form and provide basic personal data, travel details and passport. Check for errors and proceed to the next step.
- Pay online using a credit / debit card, PayPal, PayU, or one of the many payment methods available on our website. You have to pay USD 73 as a processing fee.
- Check the Email. In maximum 72 hours , Sri lanka ETA will be sent to the provided email address in PDF format.
Note! This Process can take less than a day, but the average processing time is 23 hours! You must apply 3 days before departure.
Tourism and trade ETAs are valid for 6 months (180 days) from the date of issue. Both permits allow access to Sri Lanka and a total stay of 30 days.
Note! Second time you need to enter into Sri Lanka within 30 days of the first entry.
Transit ETA is stays effective for 6 months, but owners can stay for up to 2 days in the country to reach their final destination. This allows you to wait up to 48 hours.
Those traveling to other countries via Sri Lanka must apply for an electronic visa before visiting Sri Lanka.
Enter Sri Lanka by ETA transit and lay by in the country for up to 2 days. You have to apply for a online visa with a valid passport!
Sri Lankan Customs Officers will check each traveler’s passport.
Remember to make sure your passport has not expired 6 months before your desired trip.
Apply for an ETA online and you need to show your passport and visa upon arrival in Sri Lanka. Since the ETA is directly linked to the applicant’s passport that’s why you don’t need to print it out.
Below is a sample for how your entry permit will look like.
However, it will take an average of 23 hours for processing.
Required documents for e-Visa Sri Lanka
- Applicants for Electronic System for Travel Authorization must have a valid passport ready before submitting the application.
- Each applicant will be asked to provide travel, passport and personal details.
- Make sure you have a valid email address to send to ETA Sri Lanka.
The requirements are very simple! All you have to do is bring your passport and apply within minutes from home
Important Information
- Visa applications must be submitted online at least 3 business days before departure to Sri Lanka.
- Sri Lankan e-visas can be used for sightseeing, trade and transportation purposes.
- ETA or E visa is not a work permit
- Each applicant must have a passport valid for 6 months from the date of arrival in Sri Lanka.
- ETA is two-time entry permit that allows travelers to stay in Sri Lanka for up to 30 days.
- Transit ETA allows owners to stay in Sri Lanka for up to two days.
- ETA is extendable for 6 months upon arrival. To extend your stay, please contact the Immigration department.
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Sri Lanka e-Visa FAQs
Sri Lanka ETA or eVisa is the official electronic permit to visit Sri Lanka and can be processed entirely online. The applicaton submission process only takes a few minutes and can be done on your mobile phone. ETA Sri Lanka is used online as a tourist, business or transit visa.
To find out if you need to apply for a Sri Lanka visa online, simply check if your citizenship country is eligible for ETA. Residents of the Seychelles, Singapore and Maldives can stay in Sri Lanka without a visa.
Yes, ETA is a compulsory entry permit for Sri Lanka. Declaration for all minors shoukd be submitted by their parents.
It is important that you have a valid passport on hand to properly complete your online visa application. An e-visa is required to enter Sri Lanka. Whether you choose a tourist visa, electronic transit visa, or need to visit Sri Lanka for a business trip, the applicant must have a valid passport and email address.
ETA in Sri Lanka is 73 USD. All applicants have multiple online payment options that they can choose to pay their visa fees online. You can pay with a credit card, PayU debit card, PayPal, or any other online method.
First, make sure you meet the requirements. All applicants must have a valid passport. Then select the travel purpose (sightseeing, trade trip, transportation). Fill out the application form and pay online. Wait for the device to be approved.
Processing an e-visa in Sri Lanka can take up to 72 hours (3 business days). The average processing time is only 23 hours, but don’t forget to apply at least 3 business days before your trip to Sri Lanka.
Transit, Business and Tourism ETAs give holders the right to enter Sri Lanka twice during their validity period. Your Sri Lankan e-visa is linked to your passport, but you can print it just in case. Customs officers will check if you have a genuine ETA.
Sri Lankan e-visa holders can stay in the country for a total of 30 days. An e-visa is a double-entry permit for business and tourist visits. Note! Online transit visa holders can stay in Sri Lanka for up to 2 days.
ETA Sri Lanka is valid for 6 months (180 days) from its issuance. All travelers are required to have a valid passport upon arrival, as online visas are directly linked.
Yes, all ETA can be renewed for up to 6 months. Online visas can be extended upon arrival in Sri Lanka. For more information on the electronic visa renewal system, please contact the Immigration office to extend your stay.
All travelers can get an electronic visa on arrival. You should apply for an ETA a few days before your departure to avoid long queues at the airport and allow for quick access to Sri Lanka. Applications are typically processed within 23 hours and sent to the provided email address.
Our support services are available to all travelers whose claims have not been approved. Make sure all the details are correct. If this happens, please contact support by email or phone to discuss or improve the situation.
Three easy steps to get your e-Visa
Apply online
Enter basic information about your citizenship and purpose of travel.
Enter the required data and make the payment online
We accept credit cards, debit cards and other convenient payment methods.
Please check your email
Once payment is confirmed, an e-visa will be sent to the email address you provided on the application form.
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Three easy steps to get your e-Visa
Apply online
Enter basic information about your citizenship and purpose of travel.
Enter the required data and make the payment online
We accept credit cards, debit cards and other convenient payment methods.
Please check your email
Once payment is confirmed, an e-visa will be sent to the email address you provided on the application form.