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Sri Lanka Visa on Arrival for Indian


Planning a Trip to Sri Lanka from India? You can easily enter Sri Lanka for purposes like tourism and business. You have two options.

  • Sri Lanka visa on arrival for Indians and 
  • eVisa  

Itzeazy is a Srilanka Visa Agent in India who helps you to get a visa

How to Apply with 

  • Fill the Application
  • Upload Documents
  • Get Your Visa

When to Apply

Apply for your e-Visa up to 6 months before your trip. Make sure your entry date is within 6 months of application.


Sri Lanka visa on arrival for Indian

Types of Visa

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Types of Sri Lanka Visa

There are 3 main types of visas to enter and stay in Sri Lanka:

  • Visit Visa: For a short stay in Sri Lanka.
    • Tourist Visa: For holidays, visiting friends and family, medical treatment, and short events.
    • Business Visa: For short business trips.
  • Residence Visa: For living in Sri Lanka for a special reason.
  • Transit Visa: For a short stop in Sri Lanka on the way to another country.

Visa Requirements

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Documents required for Sri Lanka Visa

Sri Lanka visa requirements for Indians

  • Passport sized colored photo
  • Passport Bio page

Additional Requirements

  • Business Visa: Invitation/Request letter from relevant institutions
  • Transit Visa:
    • Proof of Air ticket
    • Travel Plan

Carry these documents to Airport: 

  • Printed copy of your eVisa approval letter
  • Passport with at least 6 months' validity from the date of entry into Sri Lanka.
  • Return Ticket/Onward Travel

How To Apply

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Apply for Sri Lanka Visa Online

  • Visit Itzeazy 
  • Select your location > Visa > Sri Lanka and  Book order 
  • Share your visa requirements
  • Make Payment
  • Submit Documents
  • Our experts will review and validate your documents.
  • We'll submit your application
  • Get your approved e-visa via email

Fees Required

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Sri Lanka Visa fees

  • Tourist Visa - Single Entry for 30 days: Free but additional service fees of $10 or $18.50 may apply
  • Other visa types and durations fees vary from $25 to $1000 (mentioned below)

Visa 

Entry 

Validity 

Fee (USD)

Tourist

Single

30 Days

0

Double

6 Months

75

Multiple

1 Year

200

Multiple

2 Year

300

Multiple

5 year

500

Business Visa

Double

6 Months

75

Multiple

1 Years

200

Multiple

2 Years

300

Multiple

5 Years

500

Multiple

10 Years

1000

Transit Visa

Single

4 Days

25

FAQ's

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1. Can Indians get a visa on arrival?

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Indian citizens cannot get a visa on arrival in Sri Lanka. You must apply for an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) before your trip. The ETA allows for a stay of up to 30 days and can be used for tourism, business, and transit purposes.

2. How long does a Sri Lanka visa take?

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For Indian citizens, the processing time for a Sri Lanka visa is 3 to 5 working days after the submission of all required documents. The ETA can be processed much faster, typically within 3 days or less. But, delays may occur if the application is not filled out correctly or if additional documents are required. It is advisable to apply for the visa or ETA at least one week before your intended travel date to ensure timely processing and avoid any potential issues.

3. Is it easy to get Sri Lanka visa for Indians?

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Indian citizens can easily apply for the ETA online. It is user-friendly and can be completed in a few minutes. The ETA is usually processed within 3 to 5 working days, and in some cases, it can be issued even faster.

4. Can we go to Sri Lanka without a visa?

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Yes, Indian nationals can travel to Sri Lanka without a visa under a free visa regime. Indians must apply for an ETA online before arriving in Sri Lanka. You can stay in Sri Lanka for 30 days without visa. The double-entry option allows you to do multiple entries within the 30-day period.