Sri Lanka from 2025: Ukrainians will receive a visa on arrival online.

According to inkorr.com: In 2025, Ukrainians will be able to visit Sri Lanka, receiving a visa on arrival through an electronic travel authorization (ETA) that can be obtained online. This greatly simplifies vacation planning on picturesque beaches. The stay will last for 30 days, with the possibility of extension up to six months. This was reported by

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How to apply for an electronic entry permit to Sri Lanka in autumn 2025

The visa application process has become even more convenient:

1. ETA can be filled out on the website before departure. The cost depends on the validity (it may be free for children under 12 years old), and the document is sent to the email within 24 hours.

2. It is necessary to print the document for verification at the airport.

3. Upon arrival, it is necessary to complete the 'Arrival Card' online or on-site.

Requirements for Ukrainians entering Sri Lanka

For Ukrainians with biometric or regular passports, the main requirements are as follows:

• A foreign passport that is valid for at least 6 months after leaving Sri Lanka.

• A copy of the first page of the passport.

• A return ticket or a ticket to a third country.

• A hotel or other accommodation reservation.

• Medical insurance covering 'Worldwide'.

Border guards may ask about financial means, so it is recommended to have at least 25 dollars per day. For children: those under 16 need a child passport, and from 16 — an adult passport. If a child travels with one parent, a notarized permission in English should be arranged. During the war, having insurance is mandatory — it is checked at the border, according to travelers' reviews.

Changes in Sri Lanka's visa policy are related to the recovery of tourism after the pandemic and economic crisis. Since 2021, the ETA has replaced traditional visas, simplifying entry for more than 190 countries, including Ukraine. In 2025, the rules will remain the same: the possibility of extending the visa online through the same portal, without the need to leave.

However, the war in Ukraine brings additional nuances — airlines (Timatic) are carefully checking documents, so it is advisable to prepare everything in advance. According to data from Visit Ukraine and Immigration.gov.lk, refusals of entry occur rarely if you have a return ticket and insurance.

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Thus, the new entry rules to Sri Lanka open interesting opportunities for Ukrainian travelers for relaxation. Thanks to the simplification of the visa application procedure, as well as the online application form, planning a trip becomes easier. It is important to remember all the requirements and prepare documents in advance to avoid unforeseen situations.