Single Entry eVisa Short Stay

Mode: eVisaEntry: Single Entry • Short StayStay Duration: 30 daysValidity: 30 Days

Processing

1 Working Day

Mode

eVisa

Entry

Single Entry • Short Stay

Stay Duration

30 days

Validity

30 Days

Overview

An electronic travel permission known as the Sri Lanka Single Entry eVisa permits qualified visitors to enter Sri Lanka once for brief stays, business trips, or tourism. Online applications are accepted, and approval is sent electronically. Depending on the granted visa restrictions, the visa often allows for brief visits of up to 30 days.

Why Travunited

•Professional Visa Help: Our experts walk you through every step of the Sri Lanka eVisa (ETA) application procedure.

•Easy Online Application: We assist you in accurately and swiftly completing the application.

•Document Verification: To prevent mistakes, our staff examines all necessary information before submission.

•Decreased Rejection Risk: Thorough application reviews reduce errors and hold-ups.

•Quick Processing Assistance: We guarantee the timely submission of your application.

•Safe Data Management: Your travel and personal information is managed discreetly and securely.

•Dedicated Customer Support: Throughout the visa application procedure, our staff helps you.

•Frequent Updates: We keep you updated on the status of your eVisa application and the progress of its approval.

Stats

•Online visa system: In 2012, Sri Lanka implemented the Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) system, which enables visitors to apply for visas online prior to their arrival.

•Required ETA: As of October 2025, the majority of foreign tourists and business travelers must have an ETA before visiting Sri Lanka.

•Typical length of stay: The basic tourist ETA typically permits a stay of up to 30 days, with the possibility to extend the visa after arrival.

•Strong tourism recovery: In 2025, Sri Lanka welcomed over 2.36 million foreign tourists, exceeding pre-pandemic levels.

•Increasing visitor numbers: Approximately 2.05 million tourists traveled to Sri Lanka in 2024, a 37.6% increase over 2023.

•Major tourism destinations: India, the UK, Russia, Germany, China, and Australia are among the top travel destinations.

Documents Required

Per Traveller

Scanned Passport Copy

Required

Required document

Recent Photo

Required

Required document

Tickets-Onward and Return

Required

Required document

Hotel Accommodation Details

Required

Required document

Eligibility

•Candidates must be citizens of nations that Sri Lanka's electronic travel permission system permits.

•Passport validity: The passport must be valid for a minimum of six months after the entry date.

•Travel purpose: The trip should be for short-term visits, business meetings, or tourism.

•Completed online application: Candidates must provide accurate information while submitting the eVisa (ETA) application online.

•Return or onward ticket: It could be necessary to provide proof of confirmed return or onward travel.

•Adequate money: Visitors must have adequate money to meet their expenses while in Sri Lanka.

•Details about lodging: Candidates may be required to submit hotel reservations or host details.

•Adherence to immigration regulations: Candidates must not have a history of immigration infractions or security issues.

Visa Sample

View a sample of the approved visa document for reference.

Important Notes

•The Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) system of the Sri Lanka Department of Immigration and Emigration is used to electronically issue the visa.

•During its validity time, the eVisa only permits one entrance into Sri Lanka.

•Passports must be valid for at least six months after the traveler's arrival date.

•When traveling, guests should have a printed copy of the authorized ETA with them.

•The visa is mostly granted for travel, brief business trips, and transit.

•Depending on the acceptance of the visa, the average stay can last up to 30 days.

•At immigration, travelers might be required to present their return tickets and lodging information.

•It is necessary for visitors to have enough money to support their stay.

•There could be fines or immigration consequences for overstaying the visa.

Rejection Reasons

•Incomplete or inaccurate application that was sent via the ETA system.

•A passport that is invalid, expired, or has less than six months left on it.

•Supplying erroneous or inconsistent data in the application.

•Missing or inaccurate supporting information, like travel or lodging details.

•Unclear reason for the trip or inadequate justification for the visit.

•Past infractions related to immigration, such as prolonging a visa in Sri Lanka or other nations.

•Background checks reveal security issues or criminal histories.

•Not having enough money or a return ticket, among other admission criteria.

•Problems with the online visa application procedure, either technical or financial.

FAQs

1. Do I need a visa to visit Sri Lanka?

Yes. Most foreign nationals, including Indians, need a visa or an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) before entering Sri Lanka.

2. What types of visas are available for Sri Lanka?

Tourist Visa (ETA) – for holidays, sightseeing, visiting family/friends. Business Visa (ETA) – for short business meetings, conferences, etc. Transit Visa (ETA) – if you are passing through Sri Lanka (valid for 2 days). Long-term visas – for work, studies, or residence (applied directly through the Department of Immigration).

3.Does the Sri Lanka eVisa require travel insurance?

Although not required, travel insurance is strongly advised for visitors from other countries.

4.Does immigration require me to present proof of funds?

Immigration officials may want proof that you have enough money to cover your stay.