To visit Sri Lanka, most travelers need an entry visa, which can be obtained online, on arrival, or through a consulate. Fees and requirements vary by visa type and nationality. Arabiers provides comprehensive support to make the Sri Lanka Entry visa application process easy and hassle-free. The Sri Lanka tourist visa offers online application or airport arrival options. The consulate visa requires applying through a Sri Lankan embassy or Department of Immigration and Emigration.
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Any individual planning to arrive in Sri Lanka needs an entry permit. This could be for various purposes including traveling, work or other. This entry permit acts as an entry visa for Sri Lanka. The type of entry visa you receive depends on your nationality. There are visa exempt countries for Sri Lanka as well as visa required countries. The visa required countries can either get an e visa or consulate visa according to their nationality.
The Sri Lankan government has granted visa-free entry to citizens of 35 countries. This policy, approved by the Cabinet, will be effective from October 1, 2024, and will remain in place for six months.
| United Kingdom | Germany | Netherlands | Belgium |
| Spain | Australia | Denmark | Poland |
| Kazakhstan | Saudi Arabia | UAE | Nepal |
| China | India | Indonesia | Russia |
| Thailand | Malaysia | Japan | France |
| United States | Canada | Czech Republic | Italy |
| Switzerland | Austria | Israel | Belarus |
| Iran | Sweden | South Korea | Qatar |
| Oman | Bahrain | New Zealand |
Citizens of the Czech Republic, Maldives, Hong Kong, Singapore, and Seychelles do not require a visa to enter Sri Lanka, as per the usual regulations.
The E Visa can be obtained as an on- arrival or In- advance online visa according to your requirement. The on - arrival visa can be obtained at the airport itself. It can take some time due to long queues. The in- advance online visa has to be applied earlier to your flight. Through Arabiers you can obtain the E visa to anywhere in the world.
If you are a citizen of Ghana, Nigeria, Syria, Cameroon, Ivory Coast, and Korea you can’t apply for the E- visa. You are only eligible for the consulate visa. Any individual with citizenship from any of these countries need to apply through the Sri Lanka embassy or Department of Immigration and Emigration.
All this is easy and hassle free with Arabiers. We are there for all your travel needs with our expert services.
The below table can be studied to have a better understanding about Sri Lanka Entry Visa rates. The rates depend on your stay type and validity. It is important to have a rough idea about your travel plans first before selecting the suitable visa category.
| Category | Stay type | Validity | Visa Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard travel Visitor Visa | Double | 6 months with 60 days stay limit | 80 - 110 USD |
| Single Entry travel visa for 30 days | Single | 30 days from date of entry | 60 - 70 USD |
| 1 year Multiple entry travel visa | Multiple | 1 year with 90 days stay limit | 200 - 240 USD |
| 2 years Multiple entry travel visa | Multiple | 2 years with 180 days stay limit | 300 - 340 USD |
| 5 years Multiple entry travel visa | Multiple | 5 years with 180 days stay limit | 500 - 550 USD |
| 10 years Multiple entry travel visa | Multiple | 10 years with 180 days stay limit | 1000 - 1100 USD |
Each Visa type has specific documents requirements according to each nationality. These are the basic documents needed in order to obtain an Entry Visa to Sri Lanka.
Obtaining your visa has never been this easier with Arabiers by your side.
Pick a suitable visa type according to your travel needs.
Contact us through WhatsApp.
Prepare the required documents according to your visa type.
Send the documents to us
Pay us the visa fee
Receive your visa
Book the flights and required hotels
Arrive in Sri Lanka
With nearly 6 years of experience in the field of Visa and travel, Arabiers is a reputed travel agency that makes life easier for you. You can simply contact us via WhatsApp and get in touch with us. Your visit to Sri Lanka is our top priority. We ensure our very best to deliver a smooth and hassle free experience. With many branches in Sri Lanka itself , your trusted travel partner is located in your destination country to make your journey to Sri Lanka even more smooth. Support from Arabiers extends beyond the visa process. We are there for any travel itinerary needs, local tour guides or to simply plan your stay in Sri Lanka. We provide extensive travel guides and support for you to plan your dream vacation around Ella, Colombo , Nuwaraeliya, Anuradhapura, Bentota and even more.