VISA-free entry for citizens of 35 countries

Exciting News For Travelers!

Great news for travelers planning a visit to the ‘Pearl of the Indian Ocean’! Starting October 1, 2024, Sri Lanka will offer visa-free entry for citizens of 35 countries, including India, the UK, and the US. Tourism Minister Harin Fernando confirmed that this visa-free policy will be in effect for six months.

Who will benefit?

Citizens from a diverse range of countries, including India, the UK, China, the US, and Germany, will soon benefit from visa-free travel to Sri Lanka. The extensive list of eligible countries also features the Netherlands, Belgium, Spain, Australia, Denmark, Poland, Kazakhstan, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Nepal, Indonesia, Russia, and Thailand. Additional nations such as Malaysia, Japan, France, Canada, the Czech Republic, Italy, Switzerland, Austria, Israel, Belarus, Iran, Sweden, South Korea, Qatar, Oman, Bahrain, and New Zealand are also included in this new policy. This move will make it easier for tourists from these regions to explore Sri Lanka’s rich culture, history, and natural beauty without the hassle of obtaining a visa beforehand.