Passports & Visas
Essential Information For Sri Lanka
Passport
You must hold a valid passport to enter Sri Lanka. Your passport must be valid for a minimum period of six months from the date of entry to Sri Lanka.
Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA)
You are also required to hold an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) to enter Sri Lanka, which is an official authorisation for short visits to Sri Lanka. ETA holders will be issued a 30-day short visit ETA at the port of entry in Sri Lanka. Foreign nationals, who intend to visit Sri Lanka for short stays of up to six months, must obtain an ETA either prior to arrival, which is the best method, or on arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport, Colombo, where there is a limited facility and additional fees apply (only electronic payment cards [credit cards/e-commerce enabled debit cards] and cash in US$ are accepted). The ETA is issued through an online system and no passport copies, documents or photographs are required, and there is no requirement to endorse the ETA in your passport. Upon arrival, simply produce your passport and completed immigration form to the immigration officer at the port of entry along with a copy of your ETA approval notice. Please go to www.eta.gov.lk/slvisa/ for more information and to apply online.
Airport Departure Tax
Local Airport Departure Tax in Sri Lanka is included in your flight ticket.
