Sri Lanka passport
Visa requirements for ordinary passport holders, tourism. Data as of October 14, 2026.
Sri Lanka passport holders can travel to 41 destinations without arranging a visa in advance. That is 20 visa-free, 18 with a visa on arrival, and 3 with an electronic travel authorisation. 25 more offer an e-visa; 182 require a visa before you travel. This puts the Sri Lanka passport 97th of 199 worldwide.
- 20 visa-free
- 18 on arrival
- 3 eTA
- 25 e-visa
- 182 visa required
- #97 global rank
Visa-free
20 destinationsEnter on a valid passport, no visa.
Visa on arrival
18 destinationsA visa is issued at the border.
Electronic travel authorisation (eTA)
3 destinationsQuick online approval before departure.
e-Visa
25 destinationsApply and get approved online before travel.
Visa required in advance
182 destinationsArrange a visa before you travel.
- Åland Islands
- Albania
- Algeria
- American Samoa
- Anguilla
- Antigua and Barbuda
- Argentina
- Armenia
- Aruba
- Australia
- Austria
- Azerbaijan
- Bangladesh
- Belarus
- Belgium
- Belize
- Bermuda
- Bhutan
- Bolivia
- Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Botswana
- Bouvet Island
- Brazil
- British Indian Ocean Territory
- Brunei
- Bulgaria
- Burkina Faso
- Cambodia
- Cameroon
- Canada
- Cape Verde
- Caribbean Netherlands
- Cayman Islands
- Central African Republic
- Chile
- China
- Christmas Island
- Cocos (Keeling) Islands
- Colombia
- Costa Rica
- Côte d’Ivoire
- Croatia
- Curaçao
- Cyprus
- Czechia
- Denmark
- Dominican Republic
- DR Congo
- Ecuador
- Egypt
- El Salvador
- Eritrea
- Estonia
- Eswatini
- Falkland Islands
- Faroe Islands
- Fiji
- Finland
- France
- French Guiana
- French Polynesia
- French Southern Territories
- Gabon
- Gambia
- Georgia
- Germany
- Ghana
- Gibraltar
- Greece
- Greenland
- Guadeloupe
- Guam
- Guatemala
- Guernsey
- Guinea-Bissau
- Heard Island and McDonald Islands
- Honduras
- Hong Kong
- Hungary
- Iceland
- Iraq
- Ireland
- Isle of Man
- Israel
- Italy
- Jamaica
- Japan
- Jersey
- Jordan
- Kosovo
- Kuwait
- Kyrgyzstan
- Latvia
- Lebanon
- Libya
- Liechtenstein
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Macau
- Malawi
- Malaysia
- Mali
- Malta
- Marshall Islands
- Martinique
- Mayotte
- Mexico
- Moldova
- Monaco
- Mongolia
- Montenegro
- Morocco
- Nauru
- Netherlands
- New Caledonia
- New Zealand
- Nicaragua
- Niger
- Nigeria
- Niue
- Norfolk Island
- North Korea
- North Macedonia
- Northern Mariana Islands
- Norway
- Oman
- Palau
- Palestine
- Panama
- Papua New Guinea
- Paraguay
- Peru
- Philippines
- Poland
- Portugal
- Puerto Rico
- Republic of the Congo
- Réunion
- Romania
- Russia
- Saint Barthélemy
- Saint Lucia
- Saint Martin
- Saint Pierre and Miquelon
- São Tomé and Príncipe
- Saudi Arabia
- Senegal
- Serbia
- Sint Maarten
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Solomon Islands
- South Africa
- South Georgia
- South Korea
- Spain
- Sudan
- Suriname
- Sweden
- Switzerland
- Taiwan
- Thailand
- Tokelau
- Tonga
- Trinidad and Tobago
- Tunisia
- Turkey
- Turkmenistan
- Turks and Caicos Islands
- U.S. Minor Outlying Islands
- U.S. Virgin Islands
- Ukraine
- United Arab Emirates
- United Kingdom
- United States
- Uruguay
- Uzbekistan
- Wallis and Futuna
- Western Sahara
- Yemen
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
Frequently asked questions
How many countries can Sri Lanka passport holders visit visa-free?
41 out of 248 destinations covered, without arranging a visa in advance (visa-free, on arrival, or eTA). 25 more offer an e-visa; 182 require a visa before travel.
Where can Sri Lanka passport holders travel without a visa?
The country-by-country list below shows where Sri Lanka passport holders can travel visa-free, get a visa on arrival, use an eTA, apply for an e-visa, or need a visa in advance. 41 destinations are currently in the easier-access group.
Do Sri Lanka passport holders need a visa?
It depends on the destination. Some destinations are visa-free or offer a visa on arrival or eTA; 25 offer an e-visa, while 182 require a visa before travel. Check the destination-specific entry rule and official authority before departure.
How can I check the latest visa requirements for a Sri Lanka passport?
Use the destination list and visa requirement pages on this site as a starting point. The Sri Lanka passport data is dated October 14, 2026; rules can change and may depend on nationality, residence, travel purpose, passport validity, or length of stay. Confirm the result with the destination's official immigration authority or consulate.
What is the Sri Lanka passport ranked?
97th of 199 passports worldwide, by number of visa-free-or-easier destinations.
What is the best time to visit Sri Lanka?
January, February, March, April, August, October, December, based on Colombo's climate normals.
How many UNESCO World Heritage Sites does Sri Lanka have?
9.
Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.