Visitor & short-stay visas
Sri Lankan Tourist Visit Visa (ETA)
The short-stay entry route for tourism, sightseeing, family visits and similar non-business travel, applied for online through Sri Lanka's Electronic Travel Authorization system.
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The permitted initial stay length, number of entries (double/multiple) and ETA validity period are not stated as verified figures; the official pages fetched did not confirm these numbers. Fee figures should also be re-verified.
Important information
Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Sri Lanka government website before you apply.
On this page
- Official name
- Tourist Visit Visa / Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA)
- Route type
- Short-stay visitor visa
- Purpose
- Tourism, sightseeing, visiting family and friends
- Fee
- USD 50 online / USD 60 on arrival (non-SAARC); USD 20 / USD 25 (SAARC); under-12s free
- From the official fee schedule; confirm current amount
- Extension
- Extendable through the Department, including an online service
Who it is for
- Tourists and holidaymakers
- People visiting family or friends in Sri Lanka
- Short leisure or non-business visitors
What you can do
- Enter Sri Lanka for tourism and leisure for the permitted stay
- Apply to extend the stay through the Department of Immigration and Emigration
- Not undertake employment on this visa
How to apply
- Apply for the ETA online before travel through the official portal
- Enter passport and travel details and pay the fee
- Receive the ETA approval notice
- Present the approval and a valid passport on arrival for the visa to be endorsed
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.