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A Detailed Guide on Sri Lanka Visa On Arrival

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Sri Lanka offers an on-arrival visa for certain nationalities, allowing travelers to receive their visa stamp directly at the airport without prior application. There are three main types: the E-visa obtained at the airport, the Sri Lankan E-visa applied for in advance, and a free on-arrival visa for citizens of visa-exempt countries. Visa rates and durations vary based on the type and nationality. Required documents typically include a passport valid for at least six months, a passport-sized photo, and a return flight ticket. To ensure a smooth experience, Arabiers provides expert assistance throughout the visa process, offering personalized support to make your travel to Sri Lanka hassle-free.

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1. Is There an On-Arrival Visa for Sri Lanka ?

Yes, on arrival visa for Sri Lanka is available only for some nationalities. However if you are citizens of Ghana, Nigeria, Syria, Cameroon, Ivory Coast, and Korea you can’t apply for an on- arrival visa. The on-arrival visa allows you to get the visa at the arrival to Sri Lanka in the airport or possibly, to get it in advance before you travel to the country. Your passport gets a stamp upon receiving the on - arrival visa.

2. Types of On - Arrival Visa

There are three main types of on- arrival visas to enter Sri Lanka. You can select one that suits your travel plans the best.

Get an E- visa from arrival at the airport.

This requires a payment according to your nationality and type of stay. It can take some time due to long queues at the Airport.

Get an E-visa before arrival to the Sri Lankan airport

This also requires a payment according to your nationality and type of stay.The in- advance online visa has to be applied earlier to your flight. Through Arabiers you can obtain the E visa to anywhere in the world.

Get a free on arrival visa

Your nationality needs to belong to the visa exempt countries for Sri Lanka to be eligible for this. This is free of charge. They can simply use their ordinary passport to visit Sri Lanka. The countries include.

  • Czech Republic
  • Maldives
  • Hong kong
  • Singapore
  • Seychelles

However several other countries also fall under this category under special circumstances. Especially for individuals with diplomatic or official passports. They also do not require a visa to enter Sri Lanka.

3. Visa Rates

For the free of charge on arrival visa the stay duration depends on their nationality. The visa duration for visa exempt countries can be found through this. It is important to keep in mind that these visas can’t be extended.

The Visa fees for the rest of the individuals depend on their stay type and validity. It is important to have an idea about your travel plans first before selecting the suitable visa category.

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

For on arrival visa to Sri Lanka, these are the basic documents needed. Additional documents depend on your stay type or nationality. With Arabiers PRO services you can clarify all your doubts and experience a smooth and hassle free experience.

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

5. Steps to Apply

These steps should be followed if you wish to obtain your on - arrival visa in advance to your flight.

• Step 1 :

Pick a suitable visa type according to your travel needs.

• Step 2 :

Contact us through whatsapp.

• Step 3 :

Prepare the required documents according to your visa type.

• 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.

However if you wish to obtain it in the airport itself these steps can be followed. It is important to note that this method can be a bit troublesome with long airport counter ques. For a smoother process the In- advance E visa option can be recommended.

• Step 1 :

Gather the needed documents.

• Step 2 :

Arrive at Sri Lanka AirPort.

• Step 3 :

Go to the ETA issuing counter.

• Step 4 :

Get your tourist visa.

6. Why Arabiers ?

With nearly 6 years of experience in the field of Visa and travel, Arabiers is a reputed travel agency that makes life easier for you. You can simply contact us via whatsapp and get in touch with us. Your visit to Sri Lanka is our top priority. We ensure our very best to deliver a smooth and hassle free experience. With many branches in Sri Lanka itself, your trusted travel partner is located in your destination country to make your journey to Sri Lanka even smoother. Support from Arabiers extends beyond the visa process. We are there for any travel itinerary needs, local tour guides or to simply plan your stay in Sri Lanka. We provide extensive travel guides and support for you to plan your dream vacation around Ella, Colombo , Nuwaraeliya, Anuradhapura, Bentota and even more.

7. FAQs

If your nationality is in the eligibility list, you can.
We recommend the E- Visa as Airport ques tend to be troublesome.
If you are a citizen of Ghana, Nigeria, Syria, Cameroon, Ivory Coast, and Korea you aren’t eligible for an on - arrival visa.
No, you can’t. You need to exit the country and apply for a visa again or choose a longer duration visa from the beginning.
No, it does not have a grace period.