You need a Tourist ETA
Always verify with official sources before you travel.
Visa Required
Yes
E-Visa
Yes
On Arrival
No
Insurance
No
Health
None mandatory
Visa fee
ETA 30
Single entry
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Plan your tripDestination at a glance
- Country
- Sri Lanka
- Capital
- Colombo
- Continent
- Asia
- Currency
- Rupee (LKR)
- Phone code
- +94
- Language
- Sinhala
- Exchange rate
- 1 LKR = 0.8339 PKR
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Before you apply
Travel Essentials
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Visa Status & Eligibility
Visa required
No visa exemption exists for Pakistani passport holders; a valid ETA or visa is required for all entries
Visa exemption
No visa exemption exists for Pakistani passport holders; a valid ETA or visa is required for all entries
Application notes
- Pakistani ordinary passport holders are not eligible for visa-on-arrival and must obtain an ETA prior to travel
- The tourist ETA for Pakistani nationals is currently issued free of charge under the 40-country scheme effective 25 May 2026
- Standard online ETA applications only require a passport and travel itinerary; do not submit CNIC, FRC, or financial documents unless specifically requested by an embassy for a non-ETA application
- Ensure the ETA is applied for exclusively through the official government website at eta.gov.lk
Application Process
Mapping your visa journey…
Step 1
Visit the official Sri Lanka ETA portal at eta.gov.lk
Step 2
Select the appropriate visa category for your trip purpose
Step 3
Complete the online application form with accurate passport and travel details
Step 4
Submit the application and wait for the electronic approval notice
Step 5
Print the ETA approval notice to present to immigration officials upon arrival
Document Checklist
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Application documents
- Valid Pakistani passport with at least 6 months validity remaining
- Confirmed onward or return flight itinerary
- Printed ETA approval notice obtained from the official portal
Supporting documents
- Valid Pakistani passport
- Confirmed return or onward flight ticket
- Proof of accommodation for the duration of the stay
Health Requirements
MedicalNo mandatory vaccinations are required for entry
Frequently Asked Questions
The tourist ETA is valid for 30 days and allows for double entry
No, Pakistani passport holders can apply for the tourist ETA online through the official eta.gov.lk portal
If your online ETA is not approved, you must contact the nearest Sri Lankan diplomatic mission to apply for a visa through the standard embassy route
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