With effect from 1st January 2012, all Holiday or Business travelers to Sri Lanka must have an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) for entering into Sri Lanka. Please visit http://www.eta.gov.lk for more information.
On arrival, visitors are required to satisfy the Immigration Authorities by proving that they have sufficient funds to cover their stay in Sri Lanka and the assurance of their departure within the allocated period for their stay.
Visitors should possess tickets and other documents for their onward / return journey.
For more information on entry and visa requirements, please contact the Department of Immigration and Emigration via their hotline 1962, Hunting Line +94-11-2252373 (BIA Departure), +94-11-2253092 (BIA Arrival) or visit their website at http://www.immigration.gov.lk
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(+94) 11 226 4444comments@airport.lk
Before you fly
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Arrival Procedures
The key steps to complete when arriving at BIA.
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Departure Procedures
The key steps to complete when departing at BIA.
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Getting Around
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Transit
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