Apply for Transit ETA to Sri Lanka

Transit to Sri Lanka is an electronic travel authorization (Transit ETA) that may be needed if you are transiting through Sri Lanka on your way to another country and need to pass through border control before your onward journey. Transit ETA is intended for short-term transit stays and not for tourism or business trips.

At Alla Visum you can get help with your application for Transit 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 Transit to Sri Lanka

Transit to Sri Lanka, also known as Transit ETA to Sri Lanka, is an electronic travel authorization for travelers passing through Sri Lanka on their way to another country.

Transit ETA is used when you need to leave the airport's transit area or pass through border control before continuing your journey. If you are only transiting through immigration, you may not need a transit visa in some cases. The rules vary depending on the airline, flight route and nationality.

Transit ETA must be applied for before departure. Swedish citizens and many other nationalities may need an approved transit visa or ETA depending on the structure of the trip.

The Transit ETA is valid for a short stay in connection with transit and may only be used for transit purposes.

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 ticket for onward travel to a third country
• Itinerary and transit stay information

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 Transit to Sri Lanka

Important rules to know:

• Transit ETA is intended for transit via Sri Lanka
• You must have a confirmed onward ticket
• The transit visa may not be used for work or business activities
• The transit visa may not be used for studies
• The length of stay is limited to the time required for the transit
• The final decision is always made by Sri Lanka's immigration authorities
• Extension of transit stay is not granted

Are you a Swedish citizen?

Swedish citizens who are transiting through Sri Lanka may in certain situations need a Transit ETA depending on the arrangement of the trip. If you need to leave the transit area or pass through immigration, it is recommended that you check if a transit visa is required before departure.

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.