Yes, a visa is required to travel from Japan to Sri Lanka.
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Do I need a visa for Sri Lanka from Japan?
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Japanese travellers must obtain an electronic travel authorisation (e-Visa) before flying to Sri Lanka; there is no visa-free tourist entry without a prior application.
From Tokyo, Osaka or Nagoya, Japanese citizens arrange their Sri Lanka trip online. The application is lodged on the official srilankaevisa.lk portal rather than at a consulate. The approved authorisation is shown at boarding and again on arrival in Colombo.
Do you need a visa?
Yes. A Japanese passport does not grant visa-free entry to Sri Lanka: an electronic authorisation must be obtained before travel. It covers a short tourist stay whose validity and number of entries are set by the Sri Lankan authorities. Children travelling on a Japanese passport are equally required to hold one.
How and where to apply
Applications are made online at srilankaevisa.lk, from Japan or elsewhere, a few days before departure. You create an account, enter your itinerary, upload the requested documents and pay electronically. No in-person appointment is needed; the approved authorisation arrives digitally and must be printed or available on screen.
Documents and fees
Prepare a Japanese passport valid for at least six months beyond entry, a passport photo, proof of accommodation and a return or onward ticket. A fee applies during the online application; because the exact amount is not confirmed here, check it on the official portal before paying.
Processing and tips
Processing time varies, so submit several working days before your flight to absorb any delay. A yellow-fever vaccination certificate may be required if you arrive from a risk country, so confirm health requirements in advance. Keep a copy of the authorisation and your bookings throughout the trip.
Common mistakes
The most common mistake is leaving it to the last minute: without an approved authorisation you can be refused boarding. Avoid third-party sites that add surcharges — only the official srilankaevisa.lk platform is authoritative. Finally, make sure the name and passport number you enter match the document presented at the border exactly.
Official sources
- Sri Lanka e-Visa – portail officiel
- Sri Lanka Department of Immigration and Emigration
- Japan Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Travel Information
Information verified on July 8, 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Sri Lanka from Japan?▾
Yes, an e-visa (electronic visa) is required. It is applied for online before departure and allows a stay of 90 days.
How long can you stay in Sri Lanka?▾
The tourist visa allows a stay of 90 days.
What other visa types exist for Sri Lanka?▾
Depending on the purpose of stay, Sri Lanka offers among others: Business eTA, Work / Residence visa, Student visa, Family Reunification, My Dream Home retirement programme, Transit visa.
Data verified on 23/07/2026
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