Sri Lanka ETA and Visitor Visa Help for Dallas Travelers
U.S. tourists traveling to Sri Lanka need visitor permission for a short stay. Under the current system, a 30-day visitor visa can be obtained through the Electronic Travel Authorization process or on arrival. Travelers should carry a passport valid for at least six months after their planned departure, an onward or return ticket, and enough funds for the visit. Short business travel uses a Business ETA.
AA Passport & Visa Expedite Services helps Dallas and Richardson travelers prepare their passport before a Sri Lanka trip. If your passport is expired, damaged, or does not meet the validity requirement, our team can help you review renewal or replacement options. It is best to make sure your passport is correct before submitting an ETA so the approval matches the document used for travel. Call 972-231-1600 for assistance.
Sri Lanka – Passport and Visa Required
Visa Requirements for U.S. Citizens
TOURIST or TRANSIT
Please note that after 31st December 2011, all U.S. nationals expect to visit Sri Lanka have to apply visa online through ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization) system.
NOTE: The Sri Lanka ETA will be valid for 90 days from the date requested and will allow a stay of 30 days.
Requirements for Evisa application, please email to: brigitte@world-visa.com
- Good quality copy of the valid and signed U. S. Passport (valid at least 6 months beyond the date of entry; with at least one blank visa page)
- One Tourist Evisa Application Form OR Business Evisa Application Form completed and signed
- One Passport size photograph (with clear or white background)
- Business Letter from U.S. company (applicable for business purposes)
- Letter of invitation from the Host Company or Organization in Sri Lanka (applicable for business purposes)
- AA Passport Service order form
Frequently Asked Questions
Do U.S. citizens need a visa for Sri Lanka?
Yes. U.S. tourists need visitor permission, which can be obtained through the ETA process or on arrival under the current rules. If you need passport renewal or replacement before your Sri Lanka trip, AA Passport & Visa Expedite Services can help Dallas-area travelers at 972-231-1600.
How long is the Sri Lanka tourist visa?
The standard visitor permission is generally valid for 30 days. Plan your departure within the authorized period and do not assume an extension is automatic. If your itinerary changes, review the extension rules before your permitted stay expires.
Do business travelers use the same ETA?
No. Short business visits require a Business ETA rather than a tourist ETA. Use the same passport for the application or arrival form that you will carry on the trip. Save the approval or confirmation with your travel documents before departure.
How much passport validity do I need?
Your passport should remain valid for at least six months after your planned departure from Sri Lanka. Check the expiration date and blank pages before booking or applying. Renew early if needed so your passport details remain consistent across the rest of your travel paperwork.
Can AA Passport help before my Sri Lanka trip?
Yes. AA Passport & Visa Expedite Services helps travelers in Dallas, Richardson, and the DFW Metroplex with passport renewal, replacement, and travel-document preparation before a Sri Lanka trip. We can help make sure your passport details are current before you travel. For assistance, call 972-231-1600.
