Visa Type:

There are various types of visas available for Sri Lanka, including Tourist, Transit, Business, Student, and more. However, nariatravels.com provides consultancy support specifically for Tourist, Transit, and Business visas.

Visa Procedure (Tourist & Business):

Visas are processed by the Sri Lanka High Commission in Dhaka for applicants in Bangladesh and by the Department of Immigration & Emigration in Sri Lanka for others. Applicants must submit documents directly or follow online submission instructions provided.

High Commission of Sri Lanka-Dhaka

House No. 10, Road No. 62, Gulshan 2, Dhaka 1212.
Tel: 02-9896353 (visa related)
Email: slhc.dhaka@mfa.gov.lk (official), slhc@citech-bd.com (visa related)
Web: http://www.slhcdhaka.org/
Note: No visa enquiry by telephone is entertained. If you are looking for additional information, please contact the Visa Desk in person at the visa hour.

Office Hour:Sunday to Thursday 09.00 to 16.30
Application Submission:Sunday to Thursday 09.00 to 01.00
Passport Collect:Sunday to Thursday 03.30 to 04.30
Application form Collection:Sunday to Thursday 09.30 to 12.00

Requirements:

TOURIST VISAS

This section is for holiday travelers visiting Sri Lanka for a short period, engaging in activities like sightseeing, visiting friends and relatives, seeking medical treatment, participating in sports, competitions, and cultural performances. Tourist visas can be obtained through the following methods

·         Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) obtained online at www.eta.gov.lk.

·         In case of difficulty accessing the ETA system, visitors can obtain a visa in person from the Sri Lanka High Commission prior to travel.

·         Bona-fide tourists arriving in Sri Lanka without an ETA reference number can obtain visas upon arrival by paying the relevant ETA processing fee.

Applying online – Tourist visas

Short-term visitors to Sri Lanka must obtain an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) through www.eta.gov.lk. The ETA allows a 30-day stay, extendable up to three months by paying the appropriate fee to the Department of Immigration & Emigration.

Requirements:

·         Current passport with a minimum validity of 6 months from the planned date of return.

·         Visiting card (business card).

·         For Business visa applicants: Contact details of the Sri Lankan company you will be engaging with.

Visa fee:  For visa durations of 0-30 days with double entries, the fees are as follows:

·         USD 20 for SAARC passports.

·         USD 35 for all other passports.

nariatravels.com service charge: Tk. 1000

High Commission processing time: Within 3 working days nariatravels.com file processing time: 2-3 working days

Please note that if you do not receive the approval within 2 working days, you can log in to www.eta.gov.lk and check your visa status on the home page. Go to the ETA home page, click on "check status," and enter your acknowledgment or passport number. If the status indicates that your visa has been approved, please print out the confirmation and carry it with you when you travel to Sri Lanka.

Transit visa

A Transit visa for up to 48 hours is currently issued free of charge only at www.eta.gov.lk (travelers must have an ETA reference number). If there is any inquiry regarding ETA pleases contact:

Hotline: 0094 71 9967888
fax: 0094 11 2674631
email: eta@immigration.gov.lk

Applying For A Tourist Visa At The High Commission

If you encounter any difficulties while applying through the online ETA system, tourists who wish to obtain a Tourist visa from the High Commission have the option to apply for a visa either by post or in person at the High Commission visa counter.

Requirements

·         Duly completed Visa application form (available at the downloads section).

·         Two recent passport-sized photographs.

·         Valid passport with at least one unused visa page, along with a photocopy of the photo page. The passport should have a validity of at least six months from the date of departure from Sri Lanka, considering the intended visit.

·         Confirmed return air ticket that indicates the travel itinerary.

·         Bank endorsement of USD 200.

Method of payment:

·         For those applying in person at the High Commission, the visa fees can only be paid in cash, and an official receipt will be issued. Please note that visa fees paid are non-refundable.

·         Visa fee for 0-30 Days with double entries: USD 20 (for SAARC passports), USD 35 (for all other passports).

·         nariatravels.com service charge: Tk. 1000.

Processing time:

·         High Commission processing time: Within 3 working days.

·         nariatravels.com file processing time: 2-3 working days.

Other relevant information:

·         Under certain circumstances, applicants may be required to provide additional documents if necessary.

·         It is important to note that the status of your visa cannot be changed after arrival in Sri Lanka. For example, if you visit Sri Lanka on holiday, you are not allowed to engage in any business, profession, social work, charity, or any form of voluntary work or employment, paid or unpaid, without obtaining prior visas for such purposes.

·         If a visitor wishes to extend their stay in Sri Lanka, they should apply to the Department of Immigration & Emigration at Suhurupaya, Sri Subhuthipura Road, Battaramulla, Sri Lanka before the expiry of their visa.

Business Visa

·         Business travelers planning to visit Sri Lanka for a duration of up to 90 days should obtain a business visa through the Sri Lanka High Commission in Dhaka.

·         In certain circumstances, interviews may be conducted by the High Commission, and applicants may be asked to provide additional documents if necessary.

·         It is important to be aware that the visa fee is non-refundable, regardless of the circumstances.

Requirements

·         Duly completed Business Visa application form.

·          Two recent passport-sized photographs.

·         Valid passport with at least one unused visa page, along with a photocopy of the photo page. The passport should be valid for at least six months from the date of departure from Sri Lanka, considering the intended visit.

·          Return air ticket.

The following documents should be submitted:

·         An invitation letter from the company/organization in Sri Lanka recommending the issuance of a visa to the applicant.

·          A request letter from the company or organization in Bangladesh recommending the issuance of the visa. The letter should provide details about the applicant's status, nature of business, duration of stay, availability of funds, and details of the party in Sri Lanka with whom the business will be conducted.

Please note the following details:

·         Method of payment: Visa fees can only be paid in cash, and an official receipt will be issued.

·           Visa Fee for 0-30 days with Multiple Entry: USD 30 (for SAARC countries), USD 40 (for all other passports).

·             nariatravels.com service charge: Tk. 1000.

·             High Commission processing time: Within 3 working days.

·               nariatravels.com file processing time: 2-3 working days.

Ensure that you comply with these requirements and adhere to the processing times specified by the Sri Lanka High Commission in Dhaka when applying for a Business visa.

Multiple Business Visa

A business organization or NGO in Sri Lanka should directly submit the application for a work/resident visa on behalf of the applicant to the Controller General, Immigration and Emigration (CG, I & E). Once approved, the CG, I & E will authorize the High Commission to issue an entry visa to the applicant.

Department of Immigration and Emigration

Suhurupaya, Sri Subhuthipura Road, Battaramulla.
Phone: 94-11-5329000 Hunting Line
Phone: +94 11 5329301
Fax: 94-11-2885358
E-Mail: controller[at]immigration.gov.lk
Web Site: www.immigration.gov.lk

Visas For Conferences, Seminars, Meetings, And Workshops

Prior approval from the Department of Immigration & Emigration in Sri Lanka is required for visa issuance under this category. Alternatively, applicants can submit their application at least 2 weeks in advance with a letter of invitation from the event organizers, including their contact details in Sri Lanka. The High Commission will proceed with issuing the visa upon receiving approval, provided the required documents are submitted. Gratis visas are only granted to Official/Diplomatic passport holders, based on reciprocity and with prior approval from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Department of Immigration & Emigration of Sri Lanka.

Requirements

For Business Visa:

·         Duly completed Visa application form.

·         Two recent passport-sized photographs.

·         Valid passport with at least one unused visa page. The passport should be valid for at least six months from the date of departure from Sri Lanka.

The following documents should be submitted:

·         An invitation letter from the inviting organization in Sri Lanka or abroad, along with any local agent's recommendation for the visa issuance.

·         A request letter from the company or organization in Bangladesh, recommending the issuance of the visa. The letter should provide details about the applicant's status, nature of business, duration of stay, availability of funds, and details of the party in Sri Lanka with whom the business will be conducted.

Visa fee:

·         0-30 Days - Multiple entries - USD 30 (For SAARC Passports), USD 40 (For all other Passports).

·         nariatravels.con service charge: Tk. 1000

Processing Time:

·       Conferences, seminars, and workshops visas: Approximately 12 working days with prior approval from authorities in Sri Lanka.

·  nariatravels.com file processing time: 3-4 working days.

·  Visas for diplomats on short assignment/transfer/official business purposes: Apply two weeks prior with required documents and o