Sri Lanka e-Visa for citizens of the Netherlands: online application, fees and processing time 2026
Yes, an e-Visa is required: citizens of the Netherlands apply online before departure.
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Free: since 25 May 2026, the authorisation (ETA) costs nothing for citizens of the Netherlands, for a 30-day stay. Apply only on the official portal: websites that charge for it are selling a service, not the visa. Official announcement
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Official fee
Free
Our guide to the Sri Lanka visa from the Netherlands
Yes. Dutch nationals must obtain an electronic visa (e-Visa) before travelling to Sri Lanka. The application is made online through the official portal srilankaevisa.lk.
A Netherlands passport holder travelling to Sri Lanka for tourism cannot enter without prior authorisation. The simplest route is the e-Visa, applied for online from the Netherlands before departure at the official portal srilankaevisa.lk. Depending on the entry point an on-arrival option may also exist, but the authorisation secured in advance is the most predictable path.
Do you need a visa for Sri Lanka?
Yes, a Dutch passport does not allow visa-free entry to Sri Lanka for tourism. You must obtain an e-Visa (electronic travel authorisation) before you arrive. It is a short-stay tourist authorisation; for the exact length and validity rules, refer to the official portal.
How much does an e-visa for Sri Lanka cost from the Netherlands?
Free
No government fee for your nationality: a website that charges for this authorisation is selling a service.
What does a visa for Sri Lanka really cost?
- Government feeFree
- Agency or online serviceOptional, added on top
What documents are required for an e-visa for Sri Lanka?
The exact list for Sri Lanka is not published in a source we can verify. Every short-stay tourist application is nonetheless built on the same core:
- Valid passport
- Completed application form
- Compliant passport photo
- Proof of accommodation
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of sufficient funds
Treat this as the common core, not the official list, confirm it with the consular authorities of Sri Lanka before you apply.
Documents and fees
Carry a Dutch passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your entry date, with blank pages for the stamp. You will need a valid email address, your travel details and an online payment method. As the exact fee and timing are not guaranteed here, check the current official amount directly on srilankaevisa.lk before paying.
How to apply for an e-visa for Sri Lanka from the Netherlands
- 1Fill in the form on the destination’s official portal.
- 2Upload the required documents (passport, photo, supporting papers).
- 3Pay the fee online by card.
- 4Receive the authorisation by email, usually without a consular visit.
- 5Show the authorisation, printed or on your phone, at boarding.
How and where to apply
From the Netherlands, apply online at the official portal srilankaevisa.lk. Open your application, enter your passport and travel details, and pay the fee online. You then receive an electronic confirmation to keep and show to immigration on arrival. Complete the process from home a few days before departure rather than relying on issuance at the border.
Where do you apply for a visa for Sri Lanka from the Netherlands?
An e-visa for Sri Lanka is filed entirely online: there is no counter to visit and no file to hand in. The only address that matters is the official portal.
- The application, the supporting documents and the payment all go through the official portal, from any country.
- Lookalike sites copy the portal’s name and layout, then resell the same application with a margin. Check the domain before you type in a passport number.
- The authorisation arrives by email. Keep a printed copy, some airlines ask for it at boarding.
You live in the Netherlands on another passport?
The regime follows your nationality, not where you live. If you reside in the Netherlands but travel on another country's passport, the rule on this page is not yours. Filing usually still happens from your country of residence, at the post competent for it, but the requirement itself comes from your passport.
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How long does an e-visa for Sri Lanka take?
No verified processing time is published for this route. Apply as early as your travel dates allow, and never book non-refundable travel before the e-visa is granted.
Processing time and tips
The e-Visa is usually processed quickly, but plan ahead: submit several days before your flight to absorb any delay. Print or save your confirmation and keep a copy of your accommodation booking and return ticket. Also check the Dutch travel advice for any up-to-date health or safety requirements.
Before you fly, and at the border
Passport validity, border checks, minors, overstays: the rules common to every trip are gathered on our travel tips page. Formalities before you leave
Common mistakes
Use only the official government portal: many intermediary sites add surcharges and are not connected to the Sri Lankan state. Make sure the name and passport number you enter match your document exactly, as an error can block entry. Finally, do not assume visa on arrival will be available at your entry point, secure your e-Visa in advance.
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Other visa types for Sri Lanka
A tourist stay is not the only purpose. These are the other permits the destination issues and that your nationality is eligible for, each with its own fee and processing time.
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- Make sure to request any visa extension before your current visa expires.
- Keep a copy of your ETA or physical visa with you during your trip.
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