Due to the peak season ahead of Ramadan, Umrah visa processing may experience delays. Due to the Lunar New Year holiday, all embassies will be closed on 16–17 February. The Chinese Embassy will be closed for a longer period, from 16–23 February. Please note that visa applications may be delayed during this time.
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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