GENERAL INFORMATION

The Embassy of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka

Eligibility

  • All eligible nationalities planning to enter Sri Lanka, whether by air or sea, for the purposes of tourism, business, or transit.
  • Nationals of Nigeria, Cameroon, Ghana, Ivory Coast, Syria and North Korea are required to apply for a visa through the Sri Lankan embassy or through the Department of Immigration & Emigration, Sri Lanka. Below are the documents
    required :-
    • Police Clearance report.
    • If the applicant is coming from another country after staying for more than 6 months, are required to provide Police clearance from that country and copy of the Visa.
    • Certificate from a Sri Lankan guarantor & a photocopy of the guarantors NIC.
    • Affidavit from a Sri Lankan JP (Justice of Peace) or a Lawyer.
    • Accommodation information (Place of stay)
  • Nationals of Taiwan would need to select People's Republic of China (Special Administrative Region of China) as their nationality while applying for the eVisa.
  • Nationals of Kosovo are eligible for Visa on Arrival only.

Visa exemptions

  • On the basis of reciprocity, citizens of The Republic of Singapore, The Republic of Maldives, The Republic of Seychelles and The Czech Republic are exempt from the requirement of obtaining tourist standard 6 months eVisa to visit Sri Lanka.
  • All nationals are eligible for an eVisa waiver, if transiting from any of the Sri Lankan airports. Waiver is valid for a 2 day transit period only.
  • You can verify whether your nationality qualifies for exemption from applying for an eVisa based on the passport type and eVisa duration by accessing the below mentioned link.
    Refer Visa Exemption List

How to apply for a Sri Lanka eVisa?

  • Visit the official website of Sri Lanka eVisa.
    https://online.srilankaevisa.lk/lka/en/on-boarding
  • Create an account or log in if you already have one.
  • Fill out the online application form with accurate details.
  • Upload the required documents, including a scanned copy of your passport, a recent photograph, and any additional documents specified for your eVisa category.
  • Pay the eVisa fee securely online using the available payment options.
  • Once your application is submitted and payment is confirmed, you will receive an acknowledgment receipt and a unique application reference number.
  • Track the status of your eVisa application online using your reference number.
  • Upon approval, download and print your eVisa to present to the Immigration officer at the port of entry in Sri Lanka.

Sri Lanka eVisa Fees

Visa fee is vary with the purpose of your visit , number of entries you need and how long you need to stay in Sri Lanka. Please refer the below link for the e Visa fee.
https://www.srilankaevisa.lk/information

Visa categories

(Please select the visa category)

Note: The validity of the passport must be at least six months beyond the date of entry into Sri Lanka.