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Sri Lanka Visa Guides

6 expert guides to help UAE residents with Sri Lanka visa applications from Dubai

Our Sri Lanka visa guides are written specifically for UAE residents applying from Dubai. Each guide covers the latest requirements, required documents, processing times, fees, and step-by-step application instructions. Whether you need a tourist visa, business visa, or transit visa for Sri Lanka, our Dubai-based visa specialists have compiled everything you need to know. All information is verified against official embassy and consulate sources and updated regularly to reflect the latest policy changes.

Each guide below includes document checklists, appointment booking details, common rejection reasons and how to avoid them, visa validity and permitted stay durations, and practical tips from applicants who have successfully obtained their Sri Lanka visa from Dubai. Select a guide to get started with your application. For personalised assistance, contact our visa consultants for a free assessment of yourSri Lanka visa eligibility and application timeline.

Guide21 February 202612 min readAhmed Al Rashid

Sri Lanka Visa from Dubai: ETA & Tourist Guide 2026

Complete guide to the Sri Lanka ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization) from Dubai. Learn who needs it, how to apply online, fees (USD 50), processing time, and what to do if your nationality is not ETA-eligible. Updated February 2026.

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Guide21 February 20269 min readPriya Sharma

Sri Lanka Visa for Indian Passport Holders in Dubai

Indian passport holders in Dubai: how to apply for the Sri Lanka ETA, current fees (USD 50 — SAARC discount no longer applies), required documents, processing time, and tips for a smooth application. Updated February 2026.

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FAQ21 February 20267 min readPriya Sharma

Sri Lanka Transit Visa from Dubai: Do You Need One?

Transiting through Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport from Dubai? Find out if you need a Sri Lanka transit visa, which nationalities are transit-exempt, how to apply for a transit ETA (USD 25), and what to do on a long layover in Colombo.

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