American Citizens Visiting Sri Lanka
Visa requirements, entry rules, and travel information for 2026
American citizens can obtain a visa upon arrival at Sri Lanka's airports and designated border crossings. Have your documents and fees ready before landing. American citizens must obtain an electronic travel authorization (eTA) before traveling to Sri Lanka. Apply online — typically takes minutes to a few days.
📋 Required Documents
⚠️ Requirements vary. Always verify with the official Sri Lanka embassy before applying.
🛂 How to Get Your Visa on Arrival
- 1 Prepare your documentsHave your passport, return ticket, accommodation proof, and cash for the visa fee ready before landing.
- 2 Proceed to visa on arrival counterOn arrival at Sri Lanka's airport, look for the "Visa on Arrival" counter before passport control.
- 3 Submit your applicationComplete the arrival form, submit your documents, and pay the visa fee in the accepted currency.
- 4 Receive your visaYour visa is stamped in your passport on the spot. Confirm your permitted stay duration with the officer.
- 1 Visit the official eTA portalGo to the official Sri Lanka government website to apply for your electronic travel authorization.
- 2 Complete the online applicationFill in your personal details, passport information, and travel plans. The process takes about 10-15 minutes.
- 3 Pay the eTA feePay the fee online by credit or debit card. Keep your confirmation email.
- 4 Receive your eTAMost eTAs are approved within minutes to 72 hours. It is linked electronically to your passport — no printout needed.
- 5 Travel to Sri LankaPresent your passport at immigration. Confirm permitted duration at the border.
🏛️ Sri Lanka Embassy Contact
Contact the Sri Lanka embassy in your country to apply for your visa.
View full embassy details →Sri Lanka — Quick Facts
Sri Lanka, officially the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka, formerly known as Ceylon, is an island country in South Asia. It is located in the Indian Ocean, southwest of the Bay of Bengal, and is separated from India by the Gulf of Mannar and the Palk Strait.
⚠️ Visa information is sourced from Wikipedia and may not reflect recent policy changes. Always verify requirements with the official embassy or government website before travel.