The Sri Lanka Business Visa is an electronic travel authorization (Business ETA) that you need if you are going to travel to Sri Lanka for business-related activities such as meetings, conferences, business negotiations, trainings or short business visits. The application is made before departure and the approval is linked electronically to your passport.
At Alla Visum you can get help with your application for a business visa to Sri Lanka. We help you check the data, reduce the risk of errors and ensure that your application is handled correctly before travel.
About Business Visa to Sri Lanka
The Business Visa to Sri Lanka, also known as the Business ETA to Sri Lanka, is an electronic travel authorization that authorizes business travelers to enter Sri Lanka for business purposes.
The visa is used for business meetings, conferences, seminars, trainings, company visits and other short-term business activities, among other things. It is not intended for long-term employment or work with a local employer in Sri Lanka.
The business visa must be applied for before departure. Swedish citizens and most other nationalities need a valid ETA or other approved visa to enter Sri Lanka.
Business ETAs are issued with multiple entries during the validity period. Permitted length of stay and conditions are subject to change by Sri Lankan immigration authorities and should always be checked prior to application.
You will need the following documents to apply:
- Completed visa application
- Copy of passport information page
- The passport must be valid at least 6 months after the date of entry
- Visa photo
- Invitation from a company or organization in Sri Lanka may be needed
- Confirmation of the business purpose of the trip may be needed
- Return or onward ticket may be required
Sri Lanka can change visa rules and document requirements at short notice. It is therefore important to check the current rules before submitting the application.
Sri Lanka Business Visa Rules
Important rules to know:
- The visa is intended for business trips, meetings, conferences and similar activities
- The visa does not entitle you to take up a local employment in Sri Lanka
- Permitted period of stay is decided by Sri Lanka's immigration authorities
- Business ETA must be approved before departure
- The visa is not intended for study
- The final decision is always made by Sri Lanka's immigration authorities
- An extension can be applied for in some cases at the Department of Immigration and Emigration in Sri Lanka, but decisions are always made by the authorities
Are you a Swedish citizen?
Swedish citizens need a valid ETA or other approved visa to travel to Sri Lanka. Business travelers attending meetings, conferences, or other business activities will need a business visa or Business ETA tailored to the purpose of the trip.
Embassy of Sri Lanka in Sweden
Sri Lanka has an embassy in Stockholm that represents the Government of Sri Lanka in Sweden. The embassy is responsible for diplomatic and consular affairs and provides information on entry regulations and official rules for travel to Sri Lanka.
If you need a tourist visa (ETA) for Sri Lanka, Alla Visum can help you through the entire application process. We help with the application, document control and make sure that the application is submitted correctly before the trip.
Embassy of Sweden in Sri Lanka
Sweden has an embassy in Colombo that represents the Swedish state in Sri Lanka. The Embassy provides consular support to Swedish citizens and handles diplomatic matters between Sweden and Sri Lanka.
For citizens of Sri Lanka who wish to travel to Sweden for tourism, visits, business, studies or other purposes, Alla Visum can assist with visa application to Sweden. We offer guidance throughout the process and help ensure that the application meets the requirements set by Swedish authorities.
What happens next
- 1.Complete your order by making the payment.
- 2.Each traveler receives an email with a link to fill in their application form and upload the required documents.
- 3.We review your application and contact you if any details or documents need to be completed.
- 4.When your application is ready, we send your visa by email or post, according to the delivery option you chose.
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FAQ Business ETA to Sri Lanka
The Sri Lanka Business Visa is an electronic travel authorization that allows you to travel to Sri Lanka for business-related activities such as meetings, conferences, trainings, and company visits.
Most foreign nationals traveling to Sri Lanka for business purposes need a valid business visa or Business ETA.
The period of validity and number of entries vary depending on the visa granted. The final decision is made by Sri Lanka's immigration authorities.
The permitted length of stay depends on the visa granted and determined by the Sri Lankan immigration authorities.
You will need a valid passport, visa application, passport photo and, in some cases, a business invitation or document proving the purpose of the trip.
The price starts from 1 600 per application and varies depending on the level of service (Standard, Express or Premium) as well as any additional services. You will see the final price on our website before completing your order.
The processing time depends on the Embassy's current workload. We prioritize premium and express applications. Standard processing takes about four weeks.
You can submit your application as soon as you have gathered all the necessary documents. We will check when it is time to submit the application to the embassy based on your planned travel date. The processing time depends on the Embassy's current workload. We prioritize premium and express applications.
At Alla Visum, we help you through the entire application process. We review your documents, help you complete the application correctly, and ensure that all documents meet the embassy's requirements before submitting the application. If the embassy or the authorities request additional documents, we will contact you and help you produce the right documents. We also follow up on your application and keep in touch with the embassy during the processing. Our goal is to make the process as simple and smooth as possible, while reducing the risk of delays and unnecessary rejections.
No, the business visa is not intended for employment or paid work with a local employer. A work visa or work permit may be required.
No, if you are going to study in Sri Lanka, you will need a student visa or other visa intended for study.
If the main purpose of the trip is to visit family or friends, a different visa or type of ETA may be more appropriate.
In some cases, an extension can be applied for at the Sri Lankan immigration authorities. Approval is never guaranteed and decisions are always made by the authorities.
What happens next
- 1.Complete your order by making the payment.
- 2.Each traveler receives an email with a link to fill in their application form and upload the required documents.
- 3.We review your application and contact you if any details or documents need to be completed.
- 4.When your application is ready, we send your visa by email or post, according to the delivery option you chose.
Business ETA
Valid for
6 months
Number of entries
Multiple entries
Max stay
30 days
Requirements for Business ETA to Sri Lanka
- Copy of passport information page
- Visa photo
- Invitation