Use this page to choose the appropriate Electronic Travel Authorization (eVisa) category before completing your online application form. Select a Tourist Visa for holidays and family visits, a Business Visa for meetings and conferences, or review Transit Visa options for short airport layovers. Check eligible nationalities, requirements, and charges before submitting.
Apply for Sri Lanka ETA Visa Online
Choose your Electronic Travel Authorization category — Tourist, Business, or Transit — then continue to the secure online application form.
Choose Your Sri Lanka ETA Visa Type
Compare visa categories below and select Apply Now to open the secure application form.
| Visa Category | Sub-Category | Stay Validity | Entry Type | Eligible Purpose | Action |
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| Tourist Visa | Tourist eVisa for 30 days | 30 Days | Double |
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| Business Visa | Standard Business eVisa | 30 Days | Double / Multiple |
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| Transit Visa | 2-day airport transit | 2 Days | Single |
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Documents Required at Sri Lanka Immigration Check-In
When you arrive in Sri Lanka, immigration officers may ask for the following documents in addition to your approved ETA:
- A printed copy of your eVisa approval letter from the Department of Immigration and Emigration
- A passport valid for at least six months from your date of entry into Sri Lanka
- A return ticket or proof of onward travel from Sri Lanka
Travelers from certain countries must also present a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate on arrival.
Countries Requiring Yellow Fever Certificate
- Angola
- Argentina
- Benin
- Bolivia
- Brazil
- Burkina Faso
- Burundi
- Cameroon
- Central African Republic
- Chad
- Colombia
- Ecuador
- Equatorial Guinea
- Ethiopia
- French Guiana
- Gabon
- Gambia
- Ghana
- Guinea
- Guinea-Bissau
- Liberia
- Mali
- Mauritania
- Niger
- Nigeria
- Panama
- Peru
- Rwanda
- Sao Tome And Principe
- Senegal
- Sierra Leone
- Somalia
- Sudan
- Suriname
- Tanzania
- Togo
- Uganda
- Venezuela
- Zaire
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for a Sri Lanka ETA on this page?
Select your visa category in the table above and click Apply Now to open the online application form. Complete your personal details, travel information, and payment to submit your ETA request.
Which Sri Lanka visa types can I apply for online?
You can apply online for a Tourist ETA and Business ETA. Transit visa requests may require assistance via the contact page.
How long does Sri Lanka ETA processing take?
Most ETA applications are processed within 24 hours. In some cases processing may take up to 72 hours. Track progress on the visa status page.
What documents do I need when traveling to Sri Lanka?
Carry your printed ETA approval, a passport with at least six months validity, and proof of onward or return travel. Nationals from yellow-fever-affected countries must also carry a valid vaccination certificate.
Can I check visa fees before applying?
Yes. Visit the visa charges page for current Tourist, Business, and Transit ETA fees.