Due to the existing system issue prevailing in the ETA Process, the following temporary arrangements will apply until further notice:
1. Tourist Visa and Business Visa (Except nationals of Cameroon, Nigeria, Ivory Coast, Afghanistan, Ghana, Syria, and Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea))
Apply for a Tourist / Business ETA through the official ETA website: www.eta.gov.lk
Due to the ongoing system issue, the approval notice may not be issued. Applicants must present their ETA reference notice at the Immigration Counter upon arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport.
Upon verification of the ETA acknowledgement notice, the Tourist / Business ETA will be issued at the airport.
Travelers must carry all required supporting documents and meet standard entry requirements.
2. Passengers from Cameroon, Nigeria, Ivory Coast, Afghanistan, Ghana, and Syria
All passengers from the above countries intending to visit Sri Lanka must apply for short-term visa applications through a Sri Lankan sponsor at the Head Office of the Department of Immigration & Emigration, Sri Lanka.
3. Passengers from Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea)
Passengers from Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea) are required to obtain a recommendation from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for short-term visa applications.
*** IMPORTANT: For further updates, please continue to monitor official announcements. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation. ***
Controller General
Department of Immigration and Emigration
