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Tourist Travel Requirements for a Sri Lanka Visa for Canadian Citizens

  1. Eligibility and Documentation

    The Government of Sri Lanka utilises an electronic visa issuance system which is the equivalent to a visa, but no stamp or label is placed in the passport.

    To be eligible the traveller must:

    • Not hold a valid ETA, residence visa or multiple entry visa for Sri Lanka
    • Be outside Sri Lanka
    • Hold a passport valid at least six months on entry with one blank visa page
    • Hold proof of sufficient funds
    • Hold proof of onward/return flights
    • Hold proof of hotel reservation
    • Hold all documents required for the next destination


    To complete the order form the traveller must provide:

    • A copy of the passport information page


    Apply now and complete our order form providing basic travel and personal details. We'll take care of the rest keeping you apprised of your order's progress over email.

Business Travel Requirements for a Sri Lanka Visa for Canadian Citizens

  1. Eligibility and Documentation

    The Government of Sri Lanka utilises an electronic visa issuance system which is the equivalent to a visa, but no stamp or label is placed in the passport.

    To be eligible the traveller must:

    • Not hold a valid ETA, residence visa or multiple entry visa for Sri Lanka
    • Be outside Sri Lanka
    • Hold a passport valid at least six months on entry with one blank visa page
    • Hold proof of sufficient funds
    • Hold proof of onward/return flights
    • Hold proof of hotel reservation
    • Hold all documents required for the next destination


    To complete the order form the traveller must provide:

    • A copy of the passport information page


    Apply now and complete our order form providing basic travel and personal details. We'll take care of the rest keeping you apprised of your order's progress over email.

Sri Lanka visa FAQ

  1. When is the best time to apply for my Sri Lanka visa?

    The best time to apply for your Sri Lanka visa is 1-2 months before your travel date.

  2. Do I have to send you my passport to get a Sri Lanka visa? Is it safe to send a passport?

    Yes. You will need to send your actual passport, not a copy of it. The Sri Lanka visa is stamped on your passport and will become one of your passport pages. Visa request cannot be processed without your original passport. Because of the importance of your passport, we strongly suggest that you send your application in a secure way, using a traceable courier such as FedEx.