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New ZealandSri LankaTravel corridor

Sri Lanka visa requirements for citizens of New Zealand.

eTA requiredStays of up to 30 days per visit.We can submit this for you

No visa — but citizens of New Zealand typically need an electronic travel authorisation (eTA) for Sri Lanka, applied for online before travel; stays of up to 30 days are typically allowed.

ETA or visa on arrival

Routes for Sri Lanka last verified 12 Jun 2026 against official sources.

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Sri Lanka Tourist Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA): 3 required documents — see the checklist.

Beyond short stays

Other ways into Sri Lanka for citizens of New Zealand.

Study & Training

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Sri Lanka Student (Educational Category) Residence VisaGov fee $200

Work & Self-Employment

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Sri Lanka Digital Nomad VisaGov fee $500
Investor VisaAvailable
Sri Lanka Employment Category Residence VisaGov fee $200

Invest & Capital

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Sri Lanka Golden Paradise Residence VisaGov fee $200
Golden Paradise Residence Visa ProgrammeAvailable
Resident Guest Scheme (RGS)Available
Sri Lanka Investor Category Residence VisaGov fee $200

Retire & Lifestyle

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My Dream Home Visa ProgrammeNot available

Family & Origin

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Sri Lanka Family Members Residence Visa (Spouse & Dependants of Citizens)Gov fee $0
Sri Lanka Ex-Sri Lankans Residence VisaGov fee $100

Special Categories

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Sri Lanka Religious Category Residence VisaGov fee $200
Colombo Port City Special Economic Zone Residence Visa

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