Tourist Visa
Non - Resident Visa • Tourist Visa
Non - Resident Visa
A Visit visa is an entry permit signifying the consent of the Sri Lankan Government for the admission of a foreign national to the country. The Visa contains details of the period of time and the condition/s of the stay.
Tourist Visa Overview
A Tourist Visa is issued to bona-fide tourists who want to enter Sri Lanka for sightseeing or holidaying, visiting friends and relatives, medical treatments, participate in sports event, competitions and activities related to cultural performance.
Allowed Activities
Permitted pursuits under a Tourist Visa status in Sri Lanka-
Sightseeing / Holidaying
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Visiting friends and relatives
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Medical treatment including Ayurvedic and Yoga
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Participating sports events, competition and activities relating to cultural performance
Not Allowed Activities
Strictly prohibited activities under a standard Tourist Visa-
Engage in Business/Trade activities
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Taking part in Meetings, conferences, Short term training programs, Art, Music, Dance events/festivals
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Engage in employment paid/unpaid, self-employment
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Live in Sri Lanka for a long period through frequent or successive visits
Required Documents
Essential documentation required when lodging your tourist visa applicationJPG image of data page of valid passport
Clear, readable color photograph or scanned copy in JPG/JPEG format
Online ETA Application & More Details
Foreign nationals intending to travel to Sri Lanka for tourism should obtain an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) prior to arrival. Click the link below to access the official government portal for more details and online submission.