Indian citizens with diplomatic or official passports can visit Sri Lanka visa-free for up to 30 days. Otherwise, an electronic visa (E-Visa) is required. This can be obtained online or upon arrival, though online application is recommended to avoid airport queues. The visa type determines validity and allows single or multiple entries. The guide also provides information for Indians on visa types, fees, application process, and required documents
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 |
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.
Indians coming to Sri Lanka can follow these simple steps to obtain your Sri Lanka Visa easily.
Select a suitable visa type according to your travel needs.
Contact us through WhatsApp or simply visit one of our offices in India.
Prepare the required documents.
Send the documents to us.
Pay us the visa fee.
Receive your visa.
Book the flights and required hotels.
Arrive in Sri Lanka.
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