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Sri Lanka Visa
Sri Lanka visa requirements: 1-800-345-6541
1 Select the type of Sri Lanka tourist visa application:
Offline Sri Lanka tourist visa Application
Download and print Download, fill out and mail in Sri Lanka visa application form
2 Mail us the following documents:
a
Original, signed United States passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity.
b
Passport-type photographs: 2
c
Itinerary. Copy of round trip tickets or confirmed itinerary.
d
Bank statement. Copy of the applicant's most recent monthly bank statement. The statement must clearly show the applicant's name as the account holder, the balances of the accounts, and the date of the statement.
e
Personal Letter. A personal letter from the applicant addressed to the Embassy of Sri Lanka, explaining the purpose of the trip, dates of travel, cities to be visited, and place of accommodation.
Citizens of United States who are traveling for tourism purposes can also obtain a 30 day visa on arrival in Sri Lanka. Visas are issued free of charge and can be extended in Sri Lanka. Travelers must be able show evidence of return transportation and sufficient funds to finance their stay.
Sri Lanka tourist visa fees for citizens of United States
| Type of visa | Maximum validity ? | Processing time ? | Embassy fee | Service fee | Total cost | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single entry | up to 90 days | 5-7 business days | $100.00 | + | $54.95 | = | $154.95 |
| Double entry | up to 90 days | 2-3 business days | $100.00 | + | $54.95 | = | $154.95 |
Maximum stay ? in Sri Lanka: 180 days
Group discounts ?
1 Select the type of Sri Lanka business visa application:
Offline Sri Lanka business visa Application
Download and print Download, fill out and mail in Sri Lanka visa application form
2 Mail us the following documents:
a
Original, signed United States passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity.
b
Passport-type photographs: 2
c
Itinerary. Copy of round trip tickets or confirmed itinerary.
d
Business Letter. A business letter from the sending company in the US. The letter should be printed on the company letterhead stationery, addressed to "The Consulate of Sri Lanka, Visa Section", and signed by a senior manager (an equivalent to Vice-President or above). The business letter must adhere to the following guidelines:
• Briefly introduce the applicant (please specify employment status/position held in the company by applicant).
• State the nature of the business to be conducted (ie. business meetings, contract negotiations, etc.) and the names and addresses of companies to be contacted in Sri Lanka.
• Specify the type and desired validity of the visa (ie. a one year multiple entry business visa).
• Guarantee of sufficient funds for travel.
• State the nature of the business to be conducted (ie. business meetings, contract negotiations, etc.) and the names and addresses of companies to be contacted in Sri Lanka.
• Specify the type and desired validity of the visa (ie. a one year multiple entry business visa).
• Guarantee of sufficient funds for travel.
e
Business Invitation. A business invitation letter from the sponsoring company in Sri Lanka. The letter should be printed on company letterhead stationery, addressed to "The Consulate of Sri Lanka, Visa Section", and signed by a senior manager (an equivalent to Vice-President or above). The business letter must adhere to the following guidelines:
• Briefly introduce the applicant (please specify employment status/position held in the company by applicant).
• State the nature of the business to be conducted (ie. business meetings, contract negotiations, etc.) and the names and addresses of companies to be contacted in Sri Lanka.
• Specify the type and desired validity of the visa (ie. a one year multiple entry business visa).
• State the nature of the business to be conducted (ie. business meetings, contract negotiations, etc.) and the names and addresses of companies to be contacted in Sri Lanka.
• Specify the type and desired validity of the visa (ie. a one year multiple entry business visa).
All applications are subject to an approval from Sri Lanka which can extend the processing time.
Sri Lanka business visa fees for citizens of United States
| Type of visa | Maximum validity ? | Processing time ? | Embassy fee | Service fee | Total cost | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single entry | up to 90 days | 5-7 business days | $100.00 | + | $54.95 | = | $154.95 |
| Double entry | up to 90 days | 2-3 business days | $100.00 | + | $54.95 | = | $154.95 |
Maximum stay ? in Sri Lanka: 30 days
Group discounts ?
Most popular questions
What is a visa?
A visa is a document which allows someone to travel into a specific country and stay there for a set period of time. Generally, a visa may only be issued at the Consulate of the country or, in some cases, at the border. Visas may be stamped or glued directly into a passport or they may be issued electronically (e.g. Australia Visa). Some countries require everyone who enters to obtain a visa, while others have what are known as reciprocal agreements with certain countries that waive visa requirements. A visa may allow one, two or multiple entries before the expiration date of the visa. It is important to research visa requirements before traveling internationally to avoid any issues with border control officials and airlines. If a destination country requires a visa and the traveler does not have it in his/her passport, the airline may refuse to board this person on the plane.
What are the countries that require a visa?
Please refer to the following page on our website to check whether a visa is required or not: visa requirements worldwide. Select your citizenship from the drop down menu at the top of the page, and you will be provided with a complete list of countries that require or do not require visas for you to travel. For detailed instructions on how to apply for a visa select the country of destination from the table.
Can I apply for my work, student or residence visas through VisaHQ.com?
At this time, VisaHQ.com only processes tourist, business, private, crew and official visas. Applicants looking for student visas, work visas or residence visas must apply directly through the nearest Embassy or Consulate.
I'm not a US or Canadian citizen. Can you still process my visa application?
If you are a resident of the United States or Canada, we may be able to process your application, depending on the country you would like to visit, the type of visa you need, and your visa status in the United States or Canada. Please consult our individual country pages or other questions in this FAQ for further information.
What is the difference between visa validity and maximum stay?
The validity of a given visa represents the dates that the visa is effective. For instance, if a visa for China is valid for 90 days, you must enter China before that period of 90 days expires. Maximum stay is the time allotted for stay in the country. Using China as an example, the default maximum stay is 30 days, which means you are only allowed to stay in China for 30 days, even if your visa validity is 90 days. Please note that different countries have different requirements and interpretations regarding visa validity and maximum stay.
Does consular jurisdiction affect the processing of my visa?
In most cases, visas can be processed in Washington DC, without regard to consular jurisdiction. However, there are several countries that require all visa applications to be submitted in the assigned consular jurisdiction. Consular jurisdiction is the geographic area for which a consulate has responsibility for issuing visas. When a consulate is jurisdictional, it can only process visas for those who reside in a state within their jurisdiction. VisaHQ directs applications to appropriate cities for faster or less complicated processing. Please be advised that required documents and processing times may vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction. VisaHQ continuously updates processing times for all countries including those that are jurisdictional.
Sri Lanka visa for citizens of United States is required. For more information please contact the nearest Sri Lanka embassy.
