How much does the ETA cost?

The final cost will depend on your nationality. There are two specific cases in which you can get the ETA free of government taxes: If the applicant is 13 years old or younger If you are a citizen of China, India, Indonesia, Russia, Seychelles, Thailand, Malaysia, Brunei, the Philippines, Laos, Myanmar, Singapore, Vietnam or Japan.

What are the entry requirements for Sri Lanka?

You must fulfill the following entry requirements for Sri Lanka and have: A copy of your valid passport A printed copy of the ETA Flight ticket showing entry to and departure from Sri Lanka Yellow fever vaccination is required if coming from: Angola, Argentina, Benin, Bolivia, Brazil, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Chad, Colombia, Ecuador, Equatorial Guinea, Ethiopia, French Guiana, Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Mali, Mauritania, Niger, Nigeria, Panama, Peru, Central African Republic, Rwanda, São Tomé and Príncipe, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Somalia, Sudan, Suriname, Tanzania, Togo, Uganda, Venezuela, or Zaire/Democratic Republic of the Congo.

ETA Sri Lanka

Document

Validity

Maximum stay per entry

Multiple entries

Service fee

Government fee

Tourist eTA

Validity: 30 days after entry

Maximum stay per entry: 30 days

Multiple entries: Yes (2)

Service fee: 33 USD

Government fee: 0 - 53 USD

Tourist eTA (urgent in 24 hours)

Validity: 30 days after entry

Maximum stay per entry: 30 days

Multiple entries: Yes (2)

Service fee: 56 USD

Government fee: 0 - 53 USD

Tourist eTA

30 days after entry

30 days

Yes (2)

33 USD

0 - 53 USD

Tourist eTA (urgent in 24 hours)

30 days after entry

30 days

Yes (2)

56 USD

0 - 53 USD

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ETA for Sri Lanka application process

Complete online application

Prepare your passport and fill in our simple online form in less than 5 minutes

Receive your ETA

We will send you your approved ETA in a couple of days - without you having to go anywhere!

Start your journey

Show your passport and the ETA that we send you when you arrive at your destination.

Requirements of the ETA for Sri Lanka

In order to submit your application for the ETA for Sri Lanka, you will need to provide these documents:

Valid passport
An email address to receive the ETA
A bank card to pay the fees

If any of these elements are missing, your application will be saved so that you can complete it at a later stage.

The procedure for obtaining an ETA for Sri Lanka is carried out entirely online, without having to go to an embassy.

At Visagov, the application has been simplified and is designed to minimise the risk of errors. It will take you just 5 minutes to complete in your own language.

The ETA cannot be changed; please make sure your details are correct before sending in your application.

You must print your approved document and present it together with your passport upon arrival in the country.

Do you need more information? See our complete guide: How to get a visa for Sri Lanka

FAQ ABOUT THE ETA FOR SRI LANKA

Yes, most nationalities need a visa for Sri Lanka. Fortunately, eligible nationalities can apply for the Sri Lanka ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization), which is processed and obtained entirely online. You can check with our eligibility checker if you can complete the ETA application online.

You will only need your passport with at least 6 months of validity from the date of entry into the country.

Applying for the ETA Sri Lanka through Visagov is very easy. Simply complete a short online form, pay the fees with a credit card, and wait for the approved document to be sent to your email.

The final cost will depend on your nationality. There are two specific cases in which you can get the ETA free of government taxes:

If the applicant is 13 years old or younger
If you are a citizen of China, India, Indonesia, Russia, Seychelles, Thailand, Malaysia, Brunei, the Philippines, Laos, Myanmar, Singapore, Vietnam or Japan.

We recommend applying for the ETA at least 3 business days before your trip. Although approval is usually quick, it's advisable to allow a few extra days in case of any unforeseen delays.

This document allows the holder to enter and exit the country twice within the 30-day permitted stay.

You will need to show a yellow fever certificate, if you are traveling from any of these countries: Angola, Argentina, Benin, Bolivia, Brazil, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Colombia, Ecuador, Equatorial Guinea, Ethiopia, French Guiana, Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Mali, Mauritania, Niger, Nigeria, Panama, Peru, Rwanda, Sao Tome and Principe, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Somalia, Sudan, Suriname, Tanzania, Togo, Uganda, Venezuela and Zaire.

You must fulfill the following entry requirements for Sri Lanka and have:

A copy of your valid passport
A printed copy of the ETA
Flight ticket showing entry to and departure from Sri Lanka
Yellow fever vaccination is required if coming from: Angola, Argentina, Benin, Bolivia, Brazil, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Chad, Colombia, Ecuador, Equatorial Guinea, Ethiopia, French Guiana, Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Mali, Mauritania, Niger, Nigeria, Panama, Peru, Central African Republic, Rwanda, São Tomé and Príncipe, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Somalia, Sudan, Suriname, Tanzania, Togo, Uganda, Venezuela, or Zaire/Democratic Republic of the Congo.

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ETA visa for Sri Lanka: More information

To travel to Sri Lanka, most travelers must apply for an ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization). Without it, you won't be able to enter the country. Fortunately, most nationalities are eligible to apply online for a double-entry ETA. Thanks to Visagov's service, you can apply for the ETA entirely online.

The Government of Sri Lanka reserves the right of admission. If you lie or omit relevant information from your personal data, or the authorities suspect that you may be a threat to the security or interests of the country, they may deny entry.