Sri Lanka Visa Types. Which one do you need?
Eligible travelers can apply online for Sri Lanka eVisas for tourism, business, medical travel and other qualifying purposes, without visiting an embassy for the eVisa application.
Transit 2Days Tourist eVisa
Tourist Double Entry 30Days Tourist eVisa
Do I need a visa for Sri Lanka?
Most foreign nationals need a visa to enter Sri Lanka, and eligible travellers can apply online for an eVisa instead of visiting an embassy. Travelling on a US passport, you do need a Sri Lanka visa — the options available to you are Transit 2Days Tourist eVisa, Tourist Double Entry 30Days Tourist eVisa.
Sri Lanka Visa Fees & Cost
Sri Lanka visa fees vary by passport nationality and visa type. The government fee is set by Sri Lanka and paid to them; our service fee is separate and covers expert review of your application before it is submitted. Fees below are for a US passport.
| Visa type | Government fee | Max stay | Our service from |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transit 2Days Tourist eVisa | $0.00 | 30 days | $59.00 |
| Tourist Double Entry 30Days Tourist eVisa | $0.00 | 30 days | $59.00 |
Sri Lanka Visa Processing Time
Sri Lanka asks travellers to apply at least 1 days before arrival. Government processing usually takes 1 days, but governments do not guarantee a decision date, so apply as early as you can — applications are accepted well ahead of travel.
Our Standard, Rush and Emergency options set how quickly we review and file your application; the decision itself remains with the Sri Lanka government. Whichever you choose, we tell you the date your visa is guaranteed by — on time or your money back.
How to Get Your Sri Lanka Visa — Step by Step
Sri Lanka Visa Requirements
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Sri Lanka Visa Requirements by Nationality
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Sri Lanka visa requirements for other passport holders
Visa eligibility, fees and available visa types vary by passport. Choose your nationality for Sri Lanka visa requirements specific to you.
PassportsAndVisas.com relies exclusively on official government sources for visa requirements. Our VIE Intelligence Engine cross-references multiple official sources daily to ensure accuracy.
- ▶Sri Lanka Official Immigration Portal. (Web). Official government portal
- ▶U.S. Department of State — Sri Lanka Travel Information. (Web). travel.state.gov
- ▶IATA Timatic — Visa & Health Requirements Database. (Web). iatatravelcentre.com
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