Do I need a visa to travel from Australia to Sri Lanka?

Yes, a visa is required to travel from Australia to Sri Lanka.

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Essential Sri Lanka information

Capital : Colombo

Sri Lanka is an island nation in the Indian Ocean located south of India. The country is experiencing gradual economic recovery with 5% growth in 2024 and a per-capita GDP of USD 4,516. Sri Lanka is pursuing ambitious digital transformation, including the planned launch of a national digital identity in 2026.

Weather in Colombo

Updated : 2026-04-21 18:45 ⟳

31.1°C

Partiellement nuageux

Feels like : 39.3°C

Humidity : 75%

Practical travel information

Population : 23,300,000

Languages :

Cinghalais
Tamoul
Anglais

Currency : Rs (Sri Lankan Rupee)

Continent : Asia

Area : 65,610 km²

Coordinates : Lat: 6.93, Lng: 79.86

Government : Presidential Republic

National day : February 4 - Independence Day

Essential preparations

Timezone : Asia/Colombo

Calling code : +94

Internet domain : .lk

Tap water : Unsafe (filtered water recommended)

Driving : Left

Tipping : 10% in restaurants, optional but appreciated

Emergency numbers :

Police : 119
Ambulance : 110
Fire brigade : 110

Electricity : 230V / 50Hz / Plugs : Type D, Type M

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