Category: Tourist / Visitor Visa
Overview: The Sri Lanka Tourist Visa, or Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA), is for foreign nationals wishing to visit Sri Lanka for tourism, sightseeing, holidays, visiting friends/relatives, or short-term medical treatment. It allows for a short, leisure-focused stay.
Eligibility: Applicants must have a valid passport (6+ months validity), a confirmed return/onward ticket, sufficient funds, and genuine intent for tourism or visiting family/friends for short-term stays.
Renewable: No
Work Authorisation: Not permitted
Remote Work Allowed: No
Dependants Allowed: No
Path to Residency: No
Path to Citizenship: No
Sponsor Required: No
Official Government Page: https://www.eta.gov.lk/slvisa/
Summary: The Sri Lanka Tourist ETA facilitates short-term visits for leisure, sightseeing, or family visits. Requires valid passport, confirmed return ticket, and sufficient funds. Benefits easy online application for a tropical getaway.