Sri Lanka e-Visa for Indian citizens
Indian passport holders can apply online and receive their Sri Lanka e-visa in 24 hours. Stay up to 30 days. Total cost USD 65.
What Indian applicants need
- India passport valid 6+ months
- Recent digital photo (auto-captured)
- Travel dates (entry & exit)
- Accommodation in Sri Lanka
- Last bank statement
- Return ticket (optional)
Fees
FAQ for Indian applicants
Do Indian citizens need an ETA for Sri Lanka?+
Yes. Indian passport holders need an approved ETA before boarding. It is granted for tourism with double entry and a 30-day stay per visit.
How fast is the Sri Lanka ETA for Indian applicants?+
Most approvals arrive within 24 hours, and many within a few hours. We still recommend applying at least three days before travel to leave room for verification queries.
Can I extend my stay in Sri Lanka beyond 30 days?+
Yes. The Department of Immigration & Emigration in Battaramulla can extend a tourist ETA up to 90 days total, applied for from inside the country before expiry.
Does the Sri Lanka ETA allow two entries?+
The tourist ETA covers double entry within its validity, which suits Indian travellers combining Sri Lanka with the Maldives or a domestic return leg.
Do infants need a separate Sri Lanka ETA?+
Yes, every traveller needs an individual ETA. Child ETAs carry a reduced or waived government fee depending on age at the time of application.
Do Indian citizens need a visa for Sri Lanka?+
Yes. Indian passport holders need a E-Visa to enter Sri Lanka. It can be applied for entirely online through Vizaezy and is typically issued in 24 hours.
How long does the Sri Lanka visa take for Indian applicants?+
Median processing time is 24 hours from the moment your documents are submitted. Vizaezy tracks your application against the government portal in real time.
How much does a Sri Lanka visa cost from India?+
Total cost is USD 65 — that's USD 35 in government fees plus USD 30 for Vizaezy's service. Government fees are non-refundable, our service fee is refunded if the visa is denied.
How long can Indian citizens stay in Sri Lanka?+
The E-Visa permits a stay of up to 30 days and is valid for 180 days from issue.
What documents do Indian applicants need?+
A passport valid for at least 6 months, a recent passport-style photo, travel dates, accommodation details and proof of funds. Vizaezy auto-extracts your passport fields on-device — no manual data entry required.
Sri Lanka is the cheapest and fastest first international trip for most Indian travellers. The ETA is issued electronically, usually within a day, and covers double entry for tourism.
Eligibility criteria for Indian applicants
| Criterion | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Passport validity | 6 months beyond arrival |
| Onward ticket | Confirmed return or onward flight |
| Funds | Roughly USD 50 per day of stay may be verified at Colombo |
| Children | Individual ETA required for every child, including infants |
Sri Lanka visa cost breakdown from India
| Government / immigration feePaid directly to the issuing authority — non-refundable | USD 35 |
| Vizaezy service feeDocument review, filing and tracking — refunded on eligible rejection | USD 30 |
| Indicative total (all items above) | USD 65 |
Extensions beyond 30 days are handled inside Sri Lanka by the Department of Immigration & Emigration.
How Indian citizens apply, step by step
- 1
Passport capture
5 minutesOnly the data page is needed — no photo, bank statement or hotel booking for the tourist ETA.
- 2
Detail verification
1 hourWe check the passport number and name against the MRZ, since ETA records are matched electronically at Colombo.
- 3
ETA filing
Same dayFiled on the official ETA system with your intended arrival date.
- 4
Approval delivered
24 hoursThe approval notice is emailed, usually within 24 hours; carry a printout for the airline.
Consular & embassy contacts for Indian citizens
Group applications of 5+ Indian travellers receive a dedicated case officer and faster turnaround.
Sri Lanka applicants trust Vizaezy
"Approved overnight. The dashboard told me exactly which document was weak before I submitted."
Press names refer to coverage; logos are property of their owners and do not imply endorsement.
Save your search — get a personalized visa timeline
We'll email you the documents you need, expected processing time, total cost and best dates to apply for Sri Lanka. No spam — one email, useful.