Visas and immigration in Sri Lanka
Visas and immigration in Sri Lanka8 routes from official government sources, grouped by type. Each guide covers who it's for, the requirements and where to apply.
Visiting Sri Lanka
Short-stay rules by passport, from official sources. Last checked October 16, 2026.
- 244 passports need an eTA or eVisa
- 5 passports need a visa
Visit & tourism1 pathway
Study1 pathway
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Status in-country1 pathway
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Investors & entrepreneurs1 pathway
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Citizenship1 pathway
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Visit & tourism1 pathway
Study1 pathway
Work permits1 pathway
1 more pathway for members
Subscribe to open every country, with full requirements, fees, steps and your score on each pathway.
Get started
Permanent residence1 pathway
1 more pathway for members
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Family1 pathway
1 more pathway for members
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Status in-country1 pathway
1 more pathway for members
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Investors & entrepreneurs1 pathway
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Citizenship1 pathway
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Official sources
Government pages behind these routes.
- Department of Immigration and Emigration - General Information on Visa
- Department of Immigration and Emigration - Visa Fees
- Department of Immigration and Emigration - Free Visa (40 countries)
- Department of Immigration and Emigration - Tourist Visa
- Sri Lanka Electronic Travel Authorization (official)
- Department of Immigration and Emigration - Residence Visa
- Department of Immigration and Emigration - Permanent Residence Visa
- Department of Immigration and Emigration - Digital Nomad Visa Category (PDF)
- Department of Immigration and Emigration - Dual Citizenship