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Arrival VIsa for Sri Lanka

Holders of an ETA can then obtain a visa on arrival to Sri Lanka by presenting the ETA and passport to the Sri Lankan immigration officer. A visa obtained on arrival is valid for 30 days, but can be extended up to 180 days.

Sri Lanka Visa on Arrival

Competent Authority for issuing Sri Lankan visas is the Department of Immigration and Emigration. On behalf of the Department of Immigration and Emigration, the High Commission of Sri Lanka in New Delhi (and other Sri Lanka Diplomatic Missions) has been authorized to issue visas.   VISA FOR SHORT-TERM VISITS   A visitor should obtain an Electronic Travel Authorization / short term visa to visit Sri Lanka for a short term for tourism, business or transit purposes. Short Term 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.  Following sub-categories come under visit visas:  1. Tourist visit Visa  A Tourist Visa is issued to bona-fide tourists who wish to visit Sri Lanka for tourism purposes.  2. Business visit Visa  A Business Purpose Visa is issued to foreign nati...