Electronic travel authorization
Sri Lanka visa requirements for U.S. citizens
U.S. citizens need an approved Sri Lanka ETA before boarding; it converts to a 30-day tourist visa on arrival.
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Sri Lanka Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA)
Every U.S. traveler visiting Sri Lanka for tourism or business, including children on their own passports.
- Government fee
- $50
- Processing
- 1–3 days
- Max stay
- 30 days per entry, extendable in Colombo.
Passport validity: At least six months beyond arrival.