What types of Sri Lanka e-Visa are available?

An e-visa is issued only for Short Visits to Sri Lanka for Business purposes, Tourism, and Transit purposes.

The different types of e-visas in Sri Lanka

e-Tourist Visa: This visa is intended for those visiting Sri Lanka for tourism purposes, such as sightseeing, visiting friends or relatives, receiving medical treatment, or participating in short-term yoga programs. It is valid for 6 months from the issue date, allows for double entry, and visitors can stay for up to 30 days from the arrival date in Sri Lanka.
Business e-Visa: Valid for 6 months from the issue date with multiple entries, this type of visa is intended for individuals participating in business-related activities. Holders can stay in Sri Lanka for a maximum of 30 consecutive days from their arrival date, except for employment.
Transit e-Visa: Valid for 6 months from the issue date with a single entry, this visa is issued for transit purposes. You are permitted a maximum stay of 48 hours at the airport before departing to another country.

Get a Sri Lanka visa online easily with Sri Lanka Immigration Services

It has never been easier to apply for a visa but travelers can now register from home or anywhere as long as they have an internet-connected device.

The e-visa is issued online, so travelers who want to apply for an e-visa for Sri Lanka can save a lot of time and cost. There is no need to submit any original papers to the Government as only a passport scan is required. All travelers need to do is fill out the form on the Sri Lanka Immigration Services website.

Depending on the purpose of entry, the length of time a traveler can stay in Sri Lanka will vary.