Sri Lanka•AsiaTourist Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA)
At a Glance
Processing Time
24-48 days
Application Fee
50 USD
Stay Duration
30 days
Renewable
Varies
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Short-term entry permit for tourism, sightseeing, and holiday purposes. Available online for most nationalities. Valid for 30 days with double entry allowance.
The Tourist ETA is the most common entry permit for short-term visitors to Sri Lanka. It is issued electronically and allows visitors to stay for tourism, sightseeing, visiting friends and relatives, attending cultural or sports events, and receiving medical treatment.
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Requirements
Personal
Passport Validity
6 months months
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Minimum 6 months validity from arrival
Passport photo
Digital copy
Email address
For ETA approval notification
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Advantages
- Quick online application (24-48 hours)
- No embassy visit required
- Double entry permitted
- Family members can apply together
- Can be extended up to 6 months
Considerations
- Limited to 30 days initially
- Does not permit employment
- Cannot be converted to employment visa
- Processing fee applies (USD 50)
Application Process
Visit ETA portal
Go to eta.gov.lk
Complete online form
Provide passport and personal details
Pay processing fee
USD 50 via credit card
Receive approval
Email confirmation within 24-48 hours
Enter Sri Lanka
Present passport and ETA approval at arrival
Application Forms
Online ETA Application
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