The Sri Lanka Tourist Visa is an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) that you need for tourist travel to Sri Lanka. The ETA must be approved before departure and gives you the right to enter the country for holidays, sightseeing, recreation, or short private visits.
At Alla Visum you can get help with your application for a tourist 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. You can start the application online, fill out the form, and upload the required documents directly through our service.
About Sri Lanka Tourist Visa
Tourist visas to Sri Lanka are issued in the form of an ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization), which is an electronic travel authorization that is registered digitally before departure.
The ETA is intended for people who are traveling to Sri Lanka for tourism, vacation, sightseeing, or to visit family and friends. The application is made before the trip and the approval is checked upon entry into the country.
Swedish citizens need an ETA for tourist travel to Sri Lanka. The ETA is separate from the passport requirements and must be approved before departure.
The Tourist ETA to Sri Lanka entitles you to two entries and a stay of up to 30 days from the date of entry.
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
- Confirmed flight booking or itinerary 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.
Rules for Tourist Visa to Sri Lanka
Important rules to know:
- The ETA must be approved before departure
- The tourist visa is intended for holidays, sightseeing and private visits
- You can stay in Sri Lanka for up to 30 days per visit
- The ETA entitles you to two entries during the validity period
- The visa is not intended for work
- The visa is not intended for study
- The final decision is always made by Sri Lanka's immigration authorities
- Extensions can often be applied for at the Department of Immigration and Emigration in Sri Lanka and decisions are made by the authorities
Are you a Swedish citizen?
Swedish citizens need to apply for an ETA before tourist trips to Sri Lanka. The application is easy to complete, but incorrect information can cause delays or problems when entering.
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 Tourist ETA to Sri Lanka
The Sri Lanka Tourist Visa is an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) that is required for tourist travel to Sri Lanka.
It is the official English term for the electronic tourist permit used for entry into Sri Lanka.
Most foreign nationals, including Swedish citizens, need an ETA before tourist trips to Sri Lanka.
The period of validity is determined by the Sri Lankan authorities and is stated in the ETA approval issued.
You can stay in Sri Lanka for up to 30 days per entry.
The Tourist ETA to Sri Lanka entitles you to two entries during the validity period.
You will need a valid passport, application details, and information about your trip to Sri Lanka.
It is recommended to carry a copy of the ETA approval with you during the trip, even if the permit is registered electronically.
No, most travelers need to get their ETA approved before departure.
The price starts from 1 300 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.
If you plan to stay longer than 30 days, you will need to apply for an extension with the immigration authorities in Sri Lanka.
Tourist visas for Sri Lanka do not allow work. If you are going to work, a work visa or work permit may be required.
If the purpose of the trip is studies, a student visa or other special permit may be required.
For business travel, a business visa or business ETA may be more suitable than a tourist visa.
Tourist visas for Sri Lanka can be used for short visits to family and friends.
Yes, in many cases, an extension can be applied for with the immigration authorities in Sri Lanka, but decisions are always made by the authorities.
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.
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.
Tourist ETA
Valid for
6 months
Number of entries
Two entries
Max stay
30 days
Requirements for Tourist ETA to Sri Lanka
- Copy of passport information page
- Visa photo
- Copy of your flight ticket