Sri Lanka ETA Tourist โ Single or Double Entry (30 days, extendable to 90)for ๐ณ๐ฌ Nigerian citizens travelling to ๐ฑ๐ฐ Sri Lanka
Nigerian citizens are required to obtain a Sri Lanka ETA Tourist โ Single or Double Entry (30 days, extendable to 90) before travelling to Sri Lanka. You must submit a formal application at the Sri Lanka embassy, consulate, or a designated visa application centre in your country. Apply well in advance of your planned travel date.
๐Required Documents3
- โApproved Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) for tourism
Grants a short visit (commonly up to 30 days, double entry); applied for online before travel.
- โValid passport (valid 6+ months)
- โReturn or onward ticket
โน๏ธWhat to Expect
To apply for a Sri Lanka ETA Tourist โ Single or Double Entry (30 days, extendable to 90), book an appointment at the nearest Sri Lanka embassy or visa application centre in your country. Submit the required documents in person or via a designated courier service. Processing takes approximately 3 days. The government fee is USD 20.00. Plan well ahead of your intended travel date to allow time for processing and any additional document requests from the consulate. Always verify current requirements with the Sri Lanka embassy or official government website before booking travel.
๐Supporting Documents (may strengthen your application)
- โProof of accommodation in Sri Lanka (if applicable)
- โProof of sufficient funds for the stay (if applicable)
๐Why Nigerian passport holders need a visa for Sri Lanka
Nigerian citizens require a visa to enter Sri Lanka based on the current immigration requirements set by Sri Lanka's government. Nigerian passport holders must apply through the Sri Lanka embassy, consulate, or a designated visa application centre before travelling. Requirements are subject to change, so always verify at the official government portal.
โ ๏ธCommon Reasons Sri Lanka ETA Tourist โ Single or Double Entry (30 days, extendable to 90) Applications Are Refused6
- !An ETA application whose passport details, photo or nationality do not match the supporting documents, or a passport valid for less than six months.
- !No confirmed onward/return ticket, accommodation, or evidence of sufficient funds for the stay.
- !An unclear purpose of visit, or a travel history suggesting intended work or overstay on a tourist ETA.
- !A prior overstay or immigration violation in Sri Lanka.
- !A name match on a security, immigration or Interpol alert.
- !Note: a valid ETA does not guarantee entry โ the immigration officer at the border makes the final decision.
Refusal grounds are at the discretion of the deciding officer and can change. This list is informational โ always verify current requirements at the official government portal.
Requirements last reviewed: June 2026 ยท Source: official government portal
๐More Sri Lanka Visa Options
- Sri Lanka Residence Visa โ Long-Stay Residency (2 years, renewable) โ
- Sri Lanka Work Visa โ Employer-Sponsored Entry Visa (1 year, renewable) โ