Get your ETA for Sri Lanka

from $105.00 (USD)
Includes Sri Lankan Government and Traveldocs Processing Fee

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US, Canadian, Australian, and all other nationalities can apply for a Sri Lanka ETA visa except nationals of Singapore, Seychelles, and the Maldives as they are exempt for a stay of up to 30 days.

The visa is valid for three months for double entry of up to 30 days per visit and is issued electronically. The ETA is submitted online and the ETA approval will be returned via email.

2-3 Business Day visa processing.

Entry to Sri Lanka has now been reinstated - with restrictions - for travelers. Travelers must have a medical certificate with a negative COVID-19 PCR test result from an accredited laboratory taken within 96 hours prior to departure and have a pre-confirmed booking at a Level 1 "Safe and Secure" hotel. Upon arrival, they must complete another pre-paid PCR test and, depending on the duration of their stay, may be required to complete another. They must also purchase a mandatory 1-month insurance policy to cover them for the duration of their stay.

Entry restrictions

Entry to Sri Lanka has been reinstated - with restrictions - for travelers and for tourism. Tourists may arrive through Charter Flights, Scheduled Flights or Private Jets, at both Katunayake and Mattala Airports. Please note that Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) is certified as a safe airport by ACI airport health accreditation program. Visas must be applied for prior to arrival.

Entry requirements

Travelers must have a medical certificate with a negative COVID-19 PCR test result taken within 96 hours prior to departure. Children with a tourist visa under the age of 12 are exempt from PCR test requirement.

Travelers must complete a Health Declaration Form and present it upon arrival.

Tourist must purchase the mandatory COVID-19 Insurance Cover from People's Insurance PLC at USD 12 for a policy of USD 50,000 for a period of one month.

The Sri Lanka ETA is for travel to Sri Lanka for Tourism, Business, Holiday, Visiting Friends and Relatives, Medical Treatment or Participate in Sporting Events, Competitions and Activities relating to Cultural Performances

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    Getting your Sri Lankan ETA is as easy as...

    Step 1

    Scan all of the documents you need for your application

    Step 2

    Complete the online application and submit payment

    Step 3

    Receive your ETA approval and related documentation via e-mail

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    How It Works

    An ETA or Electronic Travel Authority is an official authorization for a short visit to Sri Lanka. The visa is valid for three months for double entry of up to 30 days per visit and is issued electronically. The ETA is submitted online and the ETA approval will be returned via email. The Sri Lanka ETA is for travel to Sri Lanka for tourism, business, holiday, visiting friends and relatives, medical treatment or participate in sporting events, competitions and activities relating to cultural performances.

    All Nationalities can apply for a Sri Lanka ETA visa except nationals of The Republic of Singapore, The Republic of Seychelles and The Republic of Maldives as these three countries can visit Sri Lanka for up to 30 days without a visa. 

    Sri Lankan ETA Requirements

    • For travel to Sri Lanka, the traveler must carry an original, signed passport valid for 6 months beyond stay, with at least one blank visa page available for stamp(s). Amendment pages in the back of the passport are not suitable for stamps. The Sri Lanka visa (ETA) is electronic and will not be inside the passport.
    • Confirmed onward or return airline ticket shown at your point of entry in Sri Lanka.
    • Travelers must show evidence of sufficient funds to support themselves while in Sri Lanka.
    • Include a copy of the main details page of your passport.

    Frequently Asked Questions about ETAs for Sri Lanka

    What types of ETA visas are available for Sri Lanka

    The Sri Lankan ETA visa is issued for short visits for Tourism, Business, Conferences, Workshops, Seminars, Participate in Art, Music and Dance Events, Religious Events, Symposiums, Short Term Training Programs, Medical Treatments, Sporting Events, Visiting Family;y and Friends, and Transit purposes.

    Do I need to purchase a ticket before applying for an ETA

    No, the ETA can be obtained prior to purchasing your airline ticket.

    Employment

    The holder of an ETA, should not engage in any form of employment, paid or unpaid, or in any trade or business other than specified in the ETA, during the period of his/her stay in Sri Lanka

    Do I need to carry a copy of my Sri Lanka ETA confirmation.

    Although it is not required that you have a printed copy as your ETA visa is electronically linked to your passport, we do recommend having a copy with you when entering Sri Lanka.

    Do all countries and nationalities require an ETA visa to travel to Sri Lanka

    No, citizens of The Republic of Singapore, The Republic of Seychelles, and The Republic of Maldives do not require a visa to visit Sri Lanka for up to 30 days.

    Do children need to apply for a Sri Lanka ETA visa

    Children under 12 years of age are exempt from having to apply for a visa to travel to Sri Lanka

    Can I extend the length of stay beyond 30 days of my Sri Lanka ETA visa

    Yes, you can apply for an extension of stay for up to 90 days while you are in Sri Lanka by visiting the Department of Immigration.

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