Citizens from the United Kingdom are among the many who are able to apply for and receive a Sri Lanka Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) from anywhere in the world with internet access. The process is completed entirely online in just a matter of minutes, travellers can expect a response within 24-hours. The ETA eliminates the need for UK passport holders to visit a Sri Lankan embassy or consulate or to wait in long lines upon arrival at a Sri Lankan port of entry.
With world-class beaches, fascinating architectural history, and one of the most diverse ecosystems of anywhere in the world, Sri Lanka is a top tourist destination. With the implementation of the Sri Lanka ETA, travellers from the UK looking to experience the island nation can do so hassle-free.
Every citizen from the United Kingdom who intends on travelling to Sri Lanka is required to have pre-approval. Depending on their intended duration of stay, as well as the type of travel they will be doing, UK passport holders will apply for a specific type of ETA or visa.
There are three separate kinds of Sri Lanka ETAs available for UK citizens who are planning their trip to Sri Lanka:
Note: Passports must have a minimum of 180 days of validity from the date of entry into Sri Lanka no matter what type of visa or ETA the traveller holds.
All UK citizens who are applying for one of the above ETAs will be required to provide a number of documents and other personal details when they are filling out their applications. These Sri Lanka entry visa requirements are as follows:
All UK citizens who wish to apply for a Sri Lanka Electronic Travel Authorisation must fill out this application. Basic personal information such as your first and last name, your date of birth, and your current physical address will be required while filling out the application.
Acceptable reasons for visiting Sri Lanka while on one of the three ETAs are leisure, business, tourism, and transit. Any British citizen who wishes to visit Sri Lanka for humanitarian or religious purposes must first visit a consulate or embassy and apply for a specific visa in person.
British passport holders should print a copy of the ETA and present it to border officials on arrival. Other documents may be requested on arrival including:
On presentation of all the required documents, ETA holders are issued with a short stay visa for Sri Lanka.