El Salvador passport → Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka visa for citizens of El Salvador

Visa on arrivalVisa on Arrival · Tourist (30 days)

Citizens of El Salvador can get a visa on arrival in Sri Lanka.

Verified · Last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.

Key facts

Entry route	Visa on Arrival · Tourist (30 days)
How to apply	Get your visa at the border
Maximum stay	Up to 30 days
Visa validity	30 days
Entries	Single entry
Processing time	On arrival
Government fee	$25
Passport validity	At least 6 months
Biometrics	Not required
Appointment	Not required
Interview	Not required
Onward or return ticket	Required
Proof of funds	May be requested (e.g. USD 50 per day)

How to apply

1
Prepare required documents
Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months, have onward ticket, and a passport photo.
2
Arrive at Sri Lankan port of entry
Proceed to the Visa on Arrival counter at Colombo airport or other authorised border checkpoints.
3
Complete VOA application form
Fill out the arrival card/visa application form provided at the counter.
4
Submit documents and pay fee
Hand over passport, photo, completed form and pay the visa fee (cash or card accepted, typically USD 25).
5
Receive visa and enter
Immigration officer will issue the visa stamp or sticker, then you can proceed through immigration.

Documents checklist

Identity

Valid passport
Must have at least 6 months validity from arrival date.
Passport-size photographs
One colour photo, 35mm x 45mm, white background.

Travel

Return or onward ticket
Confirmed ticket leaving Sri Lanka within 30 days.
Visa application form (arrival card)
Completed on arrival at immigration desk.
Proof of accommodation
Optional
Hotel booking or invitation letter may be requested.

Financial

Proof of sufficient funds
Optional
Bank statements or cash equivalent to support stay.

Supporting

Yellow fever vaccination certificate
Optional
Only if arriving from a yellow fever endemic country.

Proof of funds

Minimum balance: Equivalent of USD 50 per day

Cash
Bank statement
Travelers cheques

May be requested at discretion of immigration officer.

Good to know

Visa on Arrival is only available at certain ports of entry (Bandaranaike International Airport, Colombo; Mattala International Airport; and some seaports).
Extension of stay beyond 30 days is possible but requires applying to the Department of Immigration and Emigration in Colombo.
Overstaying can result in fines and detention.
Immigration officers have discretionary power to refuse entry even if documents are in order.

Common refusal reasons

Insufficient passport validity (less than 6 months).

Ensure passport validity extends at least 6 months from intended departure from Sri Lanka.

Lack of onward/return ticket.

Carry a confirmed onward or return ticket showing departure from Sri Lanka before visa expiry.

Inadequate funds to cover stay.

Carry proof of funds (cash, card, bank statement) equivalent to at least USD 50 per day of intended stay.

Previous immigration violations or inadmissibility.

Resolve any prior overstays or blacklist issues before travelling.

Incomplete or incorrect application form.

Fill out the arrival card accurately and legibly.

FAQ

Do citizens of El Salvador need a visa for Sri Lanka?

Citizens of El Salvador can get a visa on arrival in Sri Lanka. Visa type: Visa on Arrival · Tourist (30 days).

How long can citizens of El Salvador stay in Sri Lanka?

Up to 30 days.

How much does the Sri Lanka visa cost for citizens of El Salvador?

Government fee: $25.

What documents do citizens of El Salvador need for Sri Lanka?

Valid passport; Return or onward ticket; Visa application form (arrival card); Passport-size photographs; Proof of accommodation; Proof of sufficient funds; and 1 more depending on your situation.

How long must my passport be valid for Sri Lanka?

At least 6 months.

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