Visa processing by embassies may be delayed due to the year-end high season. We recommend applying early and adjusting your travel date. Due to the Christmas and New Year holidays, please be aware that there may be delays in visa processing times because of embassy office closures from 24th December 2025 to 2nd January 2026.
Sri Lanka Business Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA)
Overview
Sri Lanka Business Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) is a temporary electronic entry permit issued by the Government of Sri Lanka for foreign nationals who wish to make a short visit to Sri Lanka for business purpose without having to apply for a visa at the embassy. The visa is valid for double entry with a validity period of 30 days.
Allowed activities:
- Participate in business meeting and negotiation
- Participate in seminar, conference and workshops
- To take part in short term training program
- Participate in art, music and dance events
- Participate in religious events
- Participate in symposium
Not allowed activities:
- Engage in Business/Trade activities,
- Engage in employment paid/unpaid, self –employment
- Live in Sri Lanka for a long period through frequent or successive visits.
Eligibility
Am I eligible for this visa?
To be eligible for this visa, you need to fulfill all of the following conditions:
- Must possess an invitation letter from the inviter in Sri Lanka.
- No visa rejection in the past 3-6 months from Sri Lanka.
- No record of overstaying in any country.
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