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Official ETA Guide

🇱🇰 Sri Lanka Tourist Visa
Simple & Paperless

Apply online for Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) — fast, secure, and approved within 24–72 hours. Avoid queues, travel worry‑free.

Bandaranaike International Airport
Colombo (CMB) – Visa on Arrival available (backup)


30 days validity
Double entry
step 1

🌐 Apply Online (ETA)

Submit your ETA before departure via the official system:

Department of Immigration & Emigration Sri Lanka

👉 Online Visa Application →
Valid passport (6+ months)
Return/onward ticket
Accommodation details
step 2

⏱️ Fast Processing

Standard processing 24–72 hours, often approved within hours.

Pro tip: Apply at least 3–5 days before departure.

ETA approval sent via email (print or digital copy).

step 3

💳 Visa Fee

Fee ranges USD $35–$50 (varies by nationality).

Online payment

✔️ Secure SSL payment on official portal.

step 4

📅 Validity + Extension

30 days from arrival | Double entry allowed.

Extend up to 90+ days after arrival via
Department of Immigration and Emigration Sri Lanka
step 5

🛬 Visa on Arrival (Backup)

Available at Bandaranaike Intl Airport and other major entry points.

Slightly higher fee & possible waiting time.

👉 Recommendation: Always apply online in advance

step 6

📌 On Arrival Checklist

  • Valid Passport
  • ETA approval (printed or digital)
  • Return/onward ticket
  • Accommodation proof / itinerary
Immigration may request these documents — keep handy.
⚠️ Important Notes & Policy Updates

Visa rules can change without notice. Always verify on the official government site before traveling. Some nationalities have different requirements / visa-free access. Overstaying leads to penalties and fines.

Check nationality-specific rules Overstay penalties apply

Visa Fee Summary (USD)

SAARC Countries (Standard)~ $35
Other Nationalities (Tourist ETA)~ $50
Visa on Arrival (extra surcharge)+ $10–15
Extension fee (approx)USD 35+

Fees subject to change based on official regulations.

✈️ “We assist all our guests with visa guidance”

Our team provides step-by-step ETA help, document verification, and 24/7 support for stress-free arrival. Whether you need to extend your stay or update accommodation proof — we are here.

Guest assistance included

Frequently asked questions

Yes, Visa on Arrival is available as a backup at Bandaranaike International Airport, but with higher fee and possible long queues. Pre‑applied ETA is always recommended.

Visit the Department of Immigration and Emigration in Colombo or use their online extension portal. Extensions can be granted up to 90 days or more depending on purpose.

Yes, each traveler including infants requires a separate ETA application. Parents/guardians can apply on behalf of minors.
Latest Travel Update

📢 Effective 2025: Sri Lanka ETA remains mandatory for most nationalities. Digital nomads and long-stay tourists can convert to extended visa after arrival. No printed ETA required? digital copy is accepted, but we recommend printing a backup.


Mobile-friendly ETA Secure biometrics at airport
Always confirm official fee before payment – avoid third-party scam sites.