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Sri Lanka Tourist Visa (ETA): The Basics
Most visitors need an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) before arriving. Here is the plain-English overview.
Most travellers to Sri Lanka need an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) for tourism, arranged before travel. It is applied for online, tied to your passport, and issued for short tourist stays. Rules, fees and eligible countries change, so always confirm the current requirement on the official government ETA portal before you book flights.
What the ETA is
The ETA is Sri Lanka's pre-arrival travel authorization for tourism. It is linked to your passport and is intended for short visits.
Apply before you fly
Arrange your ETA ahead of travel rather than assuming you can sort it on arrival. Keep your confirmation with your travel documents.
Always check the official source
Visa fees, eligible nationalities and processing can change. Before booking, confirm the current rules on the official Sri Lanka government ETA website or with a Sri Lankan mission in your country. We do not process visas and cannot confirm fees for your nationality.
Arrival and your driver
Once you land at Bandaranaike Airport (CMB), your private driver can meet you and take you straight to your hotel, anywhere on the island.
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need a visa for Sri Lanka?
Most visitors need an ETA for tourism, arranged online before travel. Check the official government ETA portal for your nationality, since rules change.
Can you arrange my visa?
No. We are a travel and private-driver service, not a visa agent. We can arrange your airport pickup and trip once your entry is sorted.