China to Sri Lanka visa requirements

Chinese ordinary passport holders need an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) before traveling to Sri Lanka, but the tourist ETA is free of charge. It allows a 30-day stay with double entry. As of 2026, Chinese (PRC) ordinary passport holders cannot enter Sri Lanka without prior authorization, but they qualify for a FREE tourist ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization). China is one of roughly 40 countries on Sri Lanka's free tourist-ETA list, an arrangement that began on 2 September 2024 and was reconfirmed/extended in 2026. The ETA must be obtained online before departure (it became mandatory pre-departure as of 15 October 2025), takes only a day or two to process, and grants a 30-day stay with double entry. The application is submitted through the official portal at eta.gov.lk; the tourist category carries no government fee for eligible nationals (business and other categories still pay a levy). Travelers should apply only via the official site to avoid third-party surcharges, and their passport must be valid at least six months beyond the date of arrival. Because pre-travel authorization is required (even though it is free), the best single classification is "eta" rather than fully visa-free.