How to apply for a visa for Sri Lanka from the UK?

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If you are a citizen of the UK, you will require a visa for Sri Lanka when travelling there for a holiday or on a business trip. Sri Lanka, known as the ‘Pearl of the Indian Ocean’ welcomes many tourists each year.

With its tropical weather, beautiful beaches and rich culture, it’s no surprise that Sri Lanka welcomed almost 1.5 million tourists in 2023.

In this article, we will cover the Sri Lanka visa requirements for UK citizens to obtain the Sri Lanka eVisa before their trip.

What is the visa for Sri Lanka that UK citizens can apply for?

To enter Sri Lanka, UK citizens must have a valid Sri Lanka еVisa. This eVisa allows UK citizens to visit the country on a holiday or for business purposes.

Once approved, the eVisa will be valid for a maximum of 180 days. Upon entering Sri Lanka you are eligible to stay in the country for up to 30 days.

It is a double-entry visa, meaning that once you obtain the visa you can enter the country twice within the period that the visa is valid for.

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What are the Sri Lanka eVisa requirements?

Below are the requirements to obtain your eVisa for Sri Lanka:

  • A valid passport – must be valid for at least six months from the date of arrival in Sri Lanka
  • Your stay must not exceed 30 days
  • Completed questionnaire

Additionally, to apply for the Sri Lanka eVisa, applicants need to provide the following:

  • Information about children travelling with them whose information is contained on the parent’s passport (if applicable)
  • The purpose of your visit
  • How applicants are going to enter Sri Lanka – including flight details
  • The port of departure

Those applying for the business eVisa to Sri Lanka will need to provide the following:

  • Company details for your employer in Ireland who is sending you to Sri Lanka for work purposes
  • Details of the Sri Lankan company that you will attend for business
  • The purpose of your visit. For example, to participate in business meetings and negotiations or for short term training programs

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How long does it take to process your Sri Lanka eVisa?

Sri Lanka eVisas are typically processed within three working days. However, we do recommend applying early to ensure you have your eVisa on time.

How much does it cost to get an eVisa for Sri Lanka?

When you apply with Visa First, the cost of the Sri Lanka eVisa starts at €100.

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What are the Sri Lanka visa application steps?

To begin, start by signing into our easy-to-use software and completing our Sri Lanka eVisa application form.

Once the requested documentation has been approved, our team will take it from there and begin processing your application.

The process of applying for your Sri Lanka eVisa is solely online. Therefore you don’t need to make any visits to the embassy or to our office.

Instead, you can log into your Visa First account online to track the progress of your application. When your visa is ready, you will receive it via email.

How to check my Sri Lanka Visa status?

When you apply with Visa First, each time there is an update to your visa status you will receive a notification by email from us.

Our team will ensure that you are up to date each step of the way.

How can Visa First help?

We simplify the process of applying for your visa for Sri Lanka from the UK.

By applying for your visa with Visa First, our team of experts will handle the entire visa process from start-to-finish for you.

We will ensure that your visa application is submitted correctly, increasing your chances of a successful outcome.

That way, you can focus on organising your upcoming holiday or business trip to Sri Lanka.

Here at Visa First, we have over 20 years of experience coupled with 24/7 Live Chat support.

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About the Author

Rachel Gilmartin

Rachel is a Content Executive at Visa First. She graduated from the University of Galway in 2022 with a degree in Digital Marketing.

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