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VISA

The Department of Immigration & Emigration of Sri Lanka may issue a visa to an applicant if:

  • the Department is satisfied that the applicant is suitable to enter Sri Lanka.
  • the Department approves the purpose of entry to Sri Lanka.
  • the applicant holds a passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of first arrival in Sri Lanka.
  • the Department is satisfied that the applicant has sufficient funds for the stay in Sri Lanka, and for the return passage to the country of origin.
  • the applicant possesses a written assurance (ticket) to return to the country of origin, or to an onwards destination.

Visa is not required to enter into Sri Lanka for;

Minors below the age of 12. (ETA should be applied, ONLY visa fee will be exempted)

Dual Citizens of Sri Lanka (Dual Citizenship Certificate/endorsement of the Passport should be provided at the port of entry)

Children under the age of 21, born overseas, whose birth & citizenship has been registered under Section 5(2) of the Citizenship Act 1948 of Sri Lanka. (Sri Lankan Citizenship Certificate/endorsement of the Passport should be provided at the port of entry)

Children under the age of 21, born in Sri Lanka to Sri Lankan parents. (Sri Lankan Birth Certificate/endorsement of the Passport should be provided at the port of entry)

Click HERE to learn more about Categories of Visa, How to apply, Applications ,Supporting documents and, Payment details.