Detailed Guide on Sri Lanka Visa for Indians

1. Types of Sri Lanka Visa for Indians

Visiting your neighboring country for pleasure has never been this easier for Indians. Indian Citizens are eligible for three types of visa to enter Sri Lanka. Those are the Sri Lanka E – Visa, Residence visa and Sri Lanka business visa.

2. Sri Lanka E - Visa types

Visa Exempt Indians

Indian Citizens who have diplomatic or official passports do not need a visa to enter Sri Lanka. They receive a visa upto 30 days. However they receive this free visa for diplomatic or official visit for Sri Lanka only. If you are an Indian employed by an International Organization or an Agency, you are not eligible for the free visa. You need to apply for a visa before entering Sri Lanka.

Visa Required Indians

If you are an Indian coming to Sri Lanka without an official passport you can obtain the E Visa. This is mandatory to be obtained if you plan to visit Sri Lanka. It can be obtained in two methods.

On- arrival visa

Indian Citizens can obtain the E visa at the airport itself. However this would sometimes be a hectic process due to unavoidable long queues in the airport.

In- advance Visa

Indian Citizens can get the E- visa before entering Sri Lanka visa applying online. Through Arabiers you can apply for this and witness the ease it adds to your journey. By this way you can have your visa with you before entering the Sri Lanka airport. Drop a message on whatsapp to contact Arabiers and enjoy a smooth visa process.

However if you are an Indian Resident of another country the visa type to enter Sri Lanka depends on your nationality.

Sri Lanka Business Visa

Indians heading to Sri Lanka for business or work purposes can obtain a Business Visa. This can be gained as a single entry or multiple entry visa. This is available from a period of 6 months up to 10 years for potential businessmen from India. The rates start from USD 35 onwards depending on the validity duration of the visa.

Sri Lanka Residence Visa

For Indians who need to extend their stay beyond a visit visa duration they can opt for the Sri Lanka Residence Visa. This can be obtained by any individual for employment , investing, religious, educational , medical or family purposes. The stay duration and the visa fees depends on the residence visa category and circumstances.

3. Visa Rates

The below table provides more about Sri Lanka E-Visa rates. The rates depend on your stay type and validity. It is important to have a rough idea about your travel plans first before selecting the suitable visa category.

Indian Official or Diplomatic passport holders are only eligible for the Single Entry travel visa for 30 days. The other visa categories can be obtained for Indians as E- Visa.

Category	Stay type	Validity	Visa Fees
Standard travel Visitor Visa	Double	6 months with 60 days stay limit	80 - 110 USD
Single Entry travel visa for 30 days	Single	30 days from date of entry	60 - 70 USD
1 year Multiple entry travel visa	Multiple	1 year with 90 days stay limit	200 - 240 USD
2 years Multiple entry travel visa	Multiple	2 years with 180 days stay limit	300 - 340 USD
5 years Multiple entry travel visa	Multiple	5 years with 180 days stay limit	500 - 550 USD
10 years Multiple entry travel visa	Multiple	10 years with 180 days stay limit	1000 - 1100 USD

4. Required Documents

Each Visa type has specific documents requirements according to each nationality. Official or diplomatic passport holders need to have a relevant passport to enter Sri Lanka without a visa.

These are the basic documents needed for Indians in order to obtain an E-Visa to Sri Lanka.

Passport Valid for at least 6 months
Clear scanned passport sized photo of yourself in a white background
Return flight ticket

5. How to apply ?

Indians coming to Sri Lanka can follow these simple steps to obtain your Sri Lanka Visa easily.

• Step 1 :

Select a suitable visa type according to your travel needs.

• Step 2 :

• Step 3 :

Prepare the required documents.

• Step 4 :

Send the documents to us.

• Step 5 :

Pay us the visa fee.

• Step 6 :

Receive your visa.

• Step 7 :

Book the flights and required hotels.

• Step 8 :

Arrive in Sri Lanka.

6. Why Arabiers ?

With over 6 years of valuable experience in the field of travel and tourism Arabiers is a pioneer of its field. We not only provide visa guidance and assistance but are there to plan your travel itineraries, select hotels, book air tickets and even provide local guides. With branches all over Sri Lanka , Dubai and even India, we provide 24/7 visa assistance with Arabiers PRO services. We provide extensive travel guides and support for you to plan your dream vacation around Ella, Colombo, Nuwaraeliya, Anuradhapura, Bentota and even more.