Travel corridorSri Lanka visa requirements for citizens of United Kingdom.
No visa — but citizens of the United Kingdom typically need an electronic travel authorisation (eTA) for Sri Lanka, applied for online before travel; stays of up to 30 days are typically allowed.
free ETA, double entry, mandatory before arrival
Routes for Sri Lanka last verified 12 Jun 2026 against official sources.
Sri Lanka Tourist Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA): 3 required documents — see the checklist.
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