Sri Lanka transit visa requirements 2024

Sri Lanka transit visa

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Sri Lanka transit visa requirements

• Visa Application Form

  Completed Online application form for Sri Lanka, ensure all sections are filled out accurately and legibly, incomplete or incorrect forms may result in delays or denial of your visa application, double-check for any errors before submission.
• Passport

  Original passport or travel document of your country with at least 6 months remaining validity on the date of travel and at least 2 visa pages clear of any markings, the passport should be in good condition without any damage that could render it invalid.
• Travel Proof

  A confirmed booking or itinerary for your onward journey to a third country, this helps demonstrate your travel plans and intention to leave Sri Lanka after your stay.
• Onward Travel

  Proof of entry authorization for the country you are transiting to, such as a valid visa, entry permit, or other relevant documentation, this helps verify that you have permission to enter the country you are traveling to after Sri Lanka.
• Proof of Funds

  Proof of enough money for your stay and to leave Sri Lanka, such as personal bank statements, pay slips from your employer, or tax records, these documents help verify that you have sufficient funds to support yourself during your stay and for your return journey.

How to apply for Sri Lanka transit visa

1. 1
   Gather required documents

   Gather all the necessary documents required for a Sri Lanka tourist visa including passport and other supporting documents required by the Sri Lanka authorities, if your documents are in a language different from English, they need to be translated.
2. 2
   Valid passport

   Check your your country passport is valid with at least 6 months of validity beyond your intended stay in Sri Lanka, if not, apply for a new your country passport, the passport must also have at least one blank page for visa stamps.
3. 3
   Online application

   Create your account online, select the type of visa you are applying for, and follow the prompts to complete the online visa application form, this form requires personal information, passport details, and intended travel plans to Sri Lanka, make sure to fill out the form accurately and completely.
4. 4
   Upload documents

   Submit your application form and upload all the necessary documents as well, ensure that all documents are in order and up-to-date.
5. 5
   Online payment

   After submitting the application, you will need to pay the visa application fee, the visa application fee can be paid using a credit card, debit card, or cash, the visa application fee is non-refundable, so make sure to carefully review your application and supporting documents before submitting them.
6. 6
   Visa processing

   The processing time for the visa process is typically a few days, during this time, your application, passport, and any other documents will be reviewed by an immigration officer.
7. 7
   Recieve visa

   If your application is approved, you will receive your Sri Lanka visa via email, once you receive your visa, download and print the e-visa and carry it with you when traveling to Sri Lanka.

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