Sri Lanka•AsiaBusiness Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA)
At a Glance
Processing Time
24-48 days
Application Fee
25 USD
Stay Duration
30 days
Renewable
Varies
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Not Specified
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Short-term entry permit for business visits, professional engagements, and short-term business purposes. Issued online with quick processing.
The Business ETA allows foreign nationals to visit Sri Lanka for short-term business purposes including professional engagements, business meetings, conferences, and commercial negotiations. It does not permit employment or paid work.
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Requirements
Personal
Passport Validity
6 months months
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Minimum 6 months validity
Passport photo
Digital copy
Email address
For approval notification
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Advantages
- Quick online processing (24-48 hours)
- Lower cost than tourist ETA (USD 25)
- No embassy visit required
- Multiple entry options available
Considerations
- Does not permit paid or unpaid employment
- Limited to 30 days
- Cannot be converted to work visa
- SAARC and other nationalities pay different fees
Application Process
Visit ETA portal
Go to eta.gov.lk
Select business visa type
Choose business ETA option
Complete application
Provide passport and business details
Pay fee
USD 25 via credit card
Receive approval
Email confirmation within 24-48 hours
Enter Sri Lanka
Present passport and ETA at arrival
Application Forms
Online Business ETA Application
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