Verified · 2026-05
Source
RequirementFree ETA
FeeFree
Stay length30 days
EntriesDouble
Extending your stay
Extendable in stages up to ~270 days total via Dept. of Immigration & Emigration, Colombo.
Documents to carry
Passport valid 6+ months
Confirmed onward/return ticket
Proof of funds / accommodation
Common flight routes
Dubai → Colombo (direct, ~4h35)
Abu Dhabi → Colombo (direct, ~4h30)
Sharjah → Colombo (direct)
Dietary notes
Halal food is widely available in Colombo, Kandy and tourist towns; many hotels cater to Gulf travellers and offer prayer spaces.
Requirements change; always verify on the official ETA portal (eta.gov.lk) before booking flights.