Do Canadian citizens need a visa for Sri Lanka?

Canadian citizens need an ETA (electronic travel authorisation) before travelling to Sri Lanka. (ETA required.) Verified 24 Jun 2026 against the official source.

How much does the Sri Lanka entry cost for Canadian citizens?

The official fee varies — see the official source. This page tracks the official government fee only, not agent markup.

Visa requirement

Sri Lanka visa for Canadian citizens

Official-source answer with stay limit, cost, required documents and last verification date.

Verified answer

Canadian citizens need an ETA (electronic travel authorisation) before travelling to Sri Lanka.

Last verified: 24 Jun 2026 (today)

ETA required

What this means: An ETA is an electronic travel authorisation you apply for online before you fly — it is not a visa, but you cannot board without it.

Confidence: Medium Likely current — confirm details with the official source.

Max stay: 30 days
Official cost: Varies — see notes
Before departure: Apply online before you fly
Official route: Open source (opens in a new tab)

Shareable verdict: Canadian citizens need an ETA (electronic travel authorisation) before travelling to Sri Lanka. Checked 24 Jun 2026.

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Cost note

Government fees, if any, can change by nationality, visa type and application channel. Confirm the current fee on the official destination source before paying.

Passport and transit notes

Passport validity: passport valid for at least 6 months after arrival; 1 blank page; Use a conservative 6-month passport-validity buffer unless the destination authority states a more specific rule for the traveller's nationality.; Validity source (opens in a new tab) Validity guide
Transit: airside transit: conditional; landside transit: conditional; Transit requirements depend on airport, route, ticketing and whether the traveller crosses border control. Check the destination authority or airline for the exact itinerary.; Transit source (opens in a new tab) Transit guide

What you need

Canadian passport
Approved electronic travel authorisation before travel
Travel details matching the authorisation
Onward or return travel evidence if requested

Why this verdict

Canadian citizens need an electronic travel authorisation for ordinary short visits to Sri Lanka, based on the destination authority or official visa portal. This priority-audience matrix record is intentionally conservative: special residence permits, diplomatic/service passports, work, study, overland border rules and airline transit checks can change the answer. Reconfirm on the official source before booking.

Frequently asked questions

Do Canadian citizens need a visa for Sri Lanka?: Canadian citizens need an ETA (electronic travel authorisation) before travelling to Sri Lanka. (ETA required.) Verified 24 Jun 2026 against the official source.
How long can Canadian passport holders stay in Sri Lanka?: Up to 30 days.
How much does the Sri Lanka entry cost for Canadian citizens?: The official fee varies — see the official source. This page tracks the official government fee only, not agent markup.

Related countries

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Disclaimer. Visa and entry requirements change frequently and without notice and may depend on your specific circumstances (nationality, passport type, purpose and length of stay, residence in other countries, onward route and current diplomatic situation). The information here is for general guidance only, may be out of date, and is not legal, immigration, or travel advice. All cost, duration, and popularity figures are estimates. Always confirm the exact, current requirements with the official source for the destination country — its embassy, consulate, immigration service, or official e-visa portal (linked where available) — and with your airline before booking or travelling. We do not guarantee accuracy or completeness and accept no liability for any loss, denied boarding, refused entry, or other consequences. Last-verified dates are shown for each record; a record without a recent verification date should be treated as unconfirmed.