03 Aug 2019 | 05:56 AM UTC
Sri Lanka: Government expands free-entry visa availability as of early August
Government announces free-entry visa for six months for nationals of 48 countries as of August 1
Event
Sri Lanka will reportedly grant free one-month visas upon arrival for visitors from 48 countries, including those from the European Union, UK, US, and Canada. The order is in effect as of Thursday, August 1. The measure will be applied for six months, pending further evaluation, and comes as the country seeks to boost its weakened tourism industry.
Advice
Individuals traveling to Sri Lanka are advised to confirm visa and entry requirements.
