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Thailand to Sri Lanka visa requirements

Q: Is there visa-on-arrival in Sri Lanka?

No. Sri Lanka ended visa-on-arrival on 15 October 2025. All visitors must obtain their ETA online before departure.

Q: How much does the Sri Lanka ETA cost for Thai travelers?

USD 0. The tourist ETA fee is waived for Thailand nationals under the free-visa scheme. The standard rate for non-eligible countries is USD 50.

Q: How long can I stay in Sri Lanka?

The free tourist ETA allows a stay of up to 30 days with double-entry permission. You can apply to extend up to about 6 months total through the Department of Immigration & Emigration for a fee.

Q: How long does the ETA take to process?

Online ETA applications are typically processed within 24 to 72 hours. Apply a few days before your trip to be safe.

Q: Where should I apply for the ETA?

Apply only on the official government portal at eta.gov.lk. Third-party websites may charge extra service fees on top of the (now zero) government fee.

Thai ordinary passport holders need a Sri Lanka ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization) before travel, but the tourist ETA fee is now waived (USD 0) for Thai nationals under the free-visa scheme effective 25 May 2026. It must be obtained online in advance — there is no visa-on-arrival. As of 1 June 2026, a Thailand ordinary passport holder visiting Sri Lanka for tourism must obtain an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) before departure. Thailand is one of the 40 nationalities granted a free tourist ETA under regulations approved by Sri Lanka's Parliament on 7 May 2026 and effective 25 May 2026, so the standard USD 50 tourist fee is waived. The ETA is still mandatory and cannot be obtained on arrival — Sri Lanka ended its visa-on-arrival option on 15 October 2025. The free tourist ETA grants a 30-day stay with double-entry permission. Travelers should apply only through the official portal at eta.gov.lk, which is the cheapest and most reliable channel. Extensions up to a total of about 6 months are possible through the Department of Immigration & Emigration for an additional fee.

VISA REQUIREDTOURISMDOUBLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30

For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.

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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30

Visa type

Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) - Tourist, fee waived for Thai nationals

Maximum stay

30 days from first arrival

per entry

Entries

Double entry

from issue date

Visa fee

USD 0 (fee waived for Thailand nationals; standard rate would be USD 50)

consular fee only

Processing time

Typically 24-72 hours

standard track

Validity

Valid for travel within set window; 30-day stay, extendable up to ~6 months total

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm passport validity

Ensure your Thai ordinary passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended date of arrival in Sri Lanka and has a blank page for stamping.

· 6-month validity· Ordinary passport

/02

Go to the official ETA portal

Apply only at the government site eta.gov.lk. Avoid third-party agent sites that charge service fees on top of the (now zero) government fee.

· eta.gov.lk· Official only

/03

Complete the online application

Select Tourist ETA, enter your passport details, travel dates, address in Sri Lanka, and contact information. Thai nationals qualify for the free tourist ETA.

· Tourist category· Free for Thailand

/04

Submit and pay (fee waived)

Submit the application. For Thai nationals the tourist ETA fee is USD 0 under the scheme effective 25 May 2026, so no payment is required.

· USD 0· No payment

/05

Receive ETA approval

Wait for the approval notice by email, usually within 24-72 hours. Print or save a copy of the approval.

· 24-72 hours· Email confirmation

/06

Travel and enter Sri Lanka

Carry the approved ETA, your passport, proof of onward/return ticket and accommodation. Immigration grants up to 30 days on arrival.

· Carry printout· 30-day stay

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredThai ordinary passport valid 6+ months with a blank page

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredApproved Sri Lanka ETA (obtained before departure)