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印度(India) 前往斯里兰卡(Sri Lanka) 签证要求

Q: Is the Sri Lanka ETA really free for Indians?

Yes. For tourism, family visits and short visits the ETA fee is waived for Indian nationals under the scheme retained for 40 countries. Business travellers still pay the standard levy.

Q: Can I still get a visa on arrival in Colombo?

No. Since 7 November 2025 the visa-on-arrival fallback was removed. You must have an approved ETA before boarding your flight.

Q: How long can I stay on the free ETA?

Up to 30 days, with double entry. You can extend in-country (with a fee) up to a total of 270 days.

Q: How long does ETA approval take?

Usually a few minutes, but allow up to 24 hours during busy periods. Apply at least a day or two before departure.

Q: Where is the official site to apply?

Only at https://eta.gov.lk. Avoid third-party sites that charge a fee for the free authorization.

Indian passport holders need a free Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA), obtained online before departure, for a 30-day tourist stay in Sri Lanka. As of 2026, India ordinary passport holders cannot enter Sri Lanka without prior authorization, but the tourist ETA fee is fully waived. Sri Lanka first granted fee-free ETA access to Indian nationals under a pilot in October 2023; this was made permanent and expanded to 40 countries (effective around 25 May 2026), with India retained. Crucially, since 7 November 2025 the ETA must be obtained online BEFORE boarding — the old visa-on-arrival fallback was removed and airlines enforce a "no ETA, no boarding" rule. The free ETA grants a 30-day stay with double entry for tourism, family visits and short visits. Travellers still need a passport valid 6+ months, a return/onward ticket and proof of sufficient funds. Stays can be extended in-country (with a fee) up to 270 days. Always apply via the official portal eta.gov.lk; many lookalike third-party sites charge unnecessary service fees.

需签证旅游DOUBLE ENTRY最近核实 2026-05-30

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/01 — 关键数字

关键事实

最近核实 2026-05-30

签证类型

Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA), fee-waived for Indian tourists

最长停留

30 days from arrival

每次入境

入境次数

Double entry

自签发日起

签证费

Free (LKR 0 / USD 0) for tourism

仅领事费

办理时间

A few minutes to 24 hours

常规通道

有效期

Approval valid for entry within the issued period; grants a 30-day stay

自签发日起

/02 — 办理流程

如何申请

/01

Check passport and documents

Ensure your Indian passport is valid for at least 6 months from your date of arrival and has blank pages. Have a confirmed return/onward ticket and proof of accommodation ready.

· 6-month validity· Return ticket

/02

Open the official ETA portal

Go only to the official Sri Lanka ETA website at https://eta.gov.lk. Avoid third-party agents that add service charges for what is a free authorization.

· eta.gov.lk· Official only

/03

Complete the online application

Select the Tourist ETA category, enter your passport and travel details, and submit. The form takes only a few minutes.

· Tourist category· Passport details

/04

Pay nothing (fee waived)

For Indian tourist applicants the ETA fee is currently zero. You will not be charged a visa fee on the official portal for tourism.

· Fee waived· Tourism

/05

Receive ETA approval

Approval usually arrives by email within minutes, occasionally up to 24 hours. Apply at least a day or two before your flight.

· Email approval· Apply early

/06

Print and carry on arrival

Carry a printed copy of the ETA approval. Airlines now enforce a no-ETA-no-boarding rule, and immigration at Bandaranaike (Colombo) airport will check it.

· Print approval· Pre-boarding check

/03 — 材料清单

所需材料

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签证类型出行日期

截止提醒导出前请填写日期

必需Indian passport valid at least 6 months beyond arrival

护照原件；按要求保留空白页和剩余有效期

required

必需Approved ETA obtained online before departure

按官方来源或受理机构要求提供清晰扫描件、电子件或原件

required

建议Printed copy of ETA approval

按官方来源或受理机构要求提供清晰扫描件、电子件或原件

recommended

必需Confirmed return or onward flight ticket

与申请停留日期一致的订单、行程单或确认函

required

必需Proof of accommodation (hotel booking / host address)

与申请停留日期一致的订单、行程单或确认函

required

必需Proof of sufficient funds for the stay

银行流水、存款、收入或资产证明，姓名和日期需清晰

required

建议At least one blank passport page

护照原件；按要求保留空白页和剩余有效期

recommended

建议Travel/medical insurance for the trip

按官方来源或受理机构要求提供清晰扫描件、电子件或原件

recommended

建议Apply only via official eta.gov.lk, not third-party sites

按官方来源或受理机构要求提供清晰扫描件、电子件或原件

recommended

必需官方申请表或在线申请

官方表格；按要求在线提交或打印后签名

使用官方或指定受理机构提供的最新表格。

必需机票和酒店行程

按本路线要求提供确认订单或代办机构安排行程

行程日期应符合允许停留期和签证有效期。

建议旅行医疗保险

保单证明需显示姓名、目的地和保障日期

即使签证规则只建议购买，部分目的地或代办机构仍可能要求提供。

官方来源Sri Lanka Department of Immigration & Emigration — Visa Information Official Sri Lanka ETA Portal VisaHQ — Sri Lanka mandates pre-departure ETA, keeps fee waiver for Indian tourists (Nov 2025)

已包含申请链接：Sri Lanka Department of Immigration & Emigration — Visa Information

打开链接

/04 — 费用

费用明细

全包估算

项目金额来源

Tourist ETA fee (Indian nationals)FreeFee waived for tourism under the 40-country free-ETA scheme retained for India

Third-party agent service chargeVariesAvoidable — only incurred if you use a non-official site; the official portal is free

Visa extension (in-country, beyond 30 days)From ~USD 100+Optional, paid at the Department of Immigration in Colombo; up to 270 days total

总计估算0 — 0含全部

/05 — 办理时间

办理时间

Official online ETA (eta.gov.lk)

Minutes to 24 hours

The only valid route. Free for Indian tourists; apply a day or two before travel to allow for peak-period delays.

Third-party visa agent

Varies

Not necessary and adds a service fee for a free authorization; not recommended.

/06 — 拒签风险

常见拒签原因

按频率

/01

Pre-departure ETA is mandatory

Since 7 November 2025, all short-stay visitors must hold an approved ETA before boarding; airlines deny boarding without it.

High

/02

No visa-on-arrival fallback

The previous option to obtain authorization on arrival at Colombo was removed, so you cannot rely on getting it at the airport.

High

/03

Passport validity under 6 months

Indian passports must be valid at least 6 months from arrival or entry can be refused.

Medium

/04

Using unofficial websites

Lookalike portals charge fees for the free ETA and can submit incorrect data; always use eta.gov.lk.

Medium

/05

Overstaying the 30-day limit

The free ETA permits a 30-day stay; remaining longer without an in-country extension leads to penalties.

Low

/07 — 抵达之后

落地后须知

/01

Immigration

Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.

/02

Customs

Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.

/03

Connectivity

Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.

/08 — 政策历史

政策变更记录

自 2024 年起

2026-05-30 · 重大

India to Sri Lanka route verified

Confirmed mandatory pre-departure ETA (since Nov 2025) with fee waived for Indian tourists; 30-day double-entry stay, verified against Sri Lanka Department of Immigration and current 2026 reporting.

/09 — 常见问题