Sri Lanka•AsiaTransit Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA)
At a Glance
Processing Time
24 days
Application Fee
Free
Stay Duration
Up to 7 days
Renewable
No
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 transit permit for passengers in transit through Sri Lanka. Free for SAARC countries up to 2 days, paid visa required for stays over 48 hours.
The Transit ETA is designed for passengers traveling through Sri Lanka en route to another destination. A transit visa is not required if you stay in the transit lounge without leaving the airport, or if you fly out on the same aircraft from the same airport.
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Requirements
Personal
Passport Validity
6 months months
Excluded Nationalities
Citizens of the following countries are not eligible: AF, DZ, BD, ER, ET, IR, IQ, LB, LY, MM, NG, PK, SO, SD, SY, UG
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Minimum 6 months validity
Onward ticket
Proof of onward travel
Email address
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Advantages
- Free for SAARC countries (up to 2 days)
- Quick processing
- No transit visa needed if staying in lounge
- Affordable for short transits
Considerations
- Limited duration (max 7 days)
- Does not permit employment
- Requires onward ticket
Application Process
Visit ETA portal
Go to eta.gov.lk
Select transit option
Choose transit ETA
Complete application
Provide passport and travel details
Pay fee if required
Free for 2 days SAARC, USD 35 for 2-7 days
Receive approval
Email confirmation
Present at airport
Show ETA on arrival
Application Forms
Online Transit ETA Application
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