Good news for those going to Sri Lanka! Indians will get free ETA, know the application process and new rules

Indian Travelers Visa Relief: If you are planning to visit Sri Lanka, then this news can be a relief for you. Now Sri Lanka has started 30 days free Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) for tourists from 40 countries including India. This facility has been implemented from 25 May 2026. This means that now eligible travelers will not need to get a separate visa, but it will be mandatory to take online ETA before travelling.

What are the new rules of validity and entry?

• According to the new arrangement, travelers will be allowed to stay in Sri Lanka for 30 days.
• Tourists can enter Sri Lanka twice through this ETA.
• Its validity will be counted from the date of first entry.
• However, if a traveler wants to stay for more than 30 days, he can apply to extend the visa by paying extra fees.
• However, citizens of Maldives will get 90 days tourist visa under this facility.

Where to apply for ETA?

• After the launch of free ETA facility, the travel process for Indian passengers will become easier than before.
• Now people will be able to apply online sitting at home, which will save time at the airport and the entry process will be faster.
• To apply, travelers can visit the official ETA website of Sri Lanka and fill the online form.

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For which countries will ETA be free?

Free ETA facility will be available to citizens of 40 countries including India. These include 40 countries like Australia, Austria, Bahrain, Belarus, Belgium, Canada, China, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Iran, Israel, Italy, Japan.