Basic Eligibility Requirements

All ETA applicants must hold a valid passport issued by their country of citizenship with at least six months validity remaining from the intended date of arrival in Sri Lanka...

Passport Requirements and Specifications

Passport validity is calculated from the intended arrival date in Sri Lanka, not the application date...

Personal Information Requirements

The ETA application requires accurate personal information exactly as it appears in your passport...

Travel Documentation and Itinerary

While not always mandatory for the application itself, having confirmed travel arrangements demonstrates serious travel intent...

Financial Requirements and Proof of Funds

Applicants must demonstrate sufficient financial means to support their stay in Sri Lanka...

Health and Medical Requirements

Sri Lanka does not require specific vaccinations for most travellers, though yellow fever vaccination is mandatory for visitors arriving from certain countries...

Supporting Documentation for Specific Purposes

Tourist ETA applications may require proof of accommodation, return flight tickets, and evidence of sufficient funds for the planned stay...

Application Accuracy and Verification

All information provided in the ETA application must be accurate and verifiable...

Common Requirement Mistakes to Avoid

Passport expiry dates are frequently overlooked, with many applicants discovering insufficient validity only after applying...