Yes, a visa is required to travel from Philippines to Sri Lanka.
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Do I need a visa for Sri Lanka from Philippines?
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Filipino nationals need an Electronic Travel Authorization (e-Visa/ETA) for Sri Lanka, applied for online before departure. The exact fee and validity should be confirmed on the official portal.
This guide is for Filipino citizens planning a tourist stay in Sri Lanka. The country uses an Electronic Travel Authorization (e-Visa/ETA) applied for online from the Philippines before boarding. Your passport must be valid for at least six months, and the fee, not provided here, should be checked on the official source.
Do you need a visa?
Yes: Filipino travellers need an Electronic Travel Authorization (e-Visa/ETA) to enter Sri Lanka for tourism. This authorization is applied for online before the trip. The Philippine passport must be valid for at least six months on the date of entry.
How and where to apply
Apply from the Philippines on the official portal srilankaevisa.lk before departure. You complete the form, enter your travel dates and accommodation, then pay online and wait for confirmation by email. Some entry points may offer a visa on arrival, but the pre-arranged ETA remains the recommended route.
Documents and fees
Prepare a Philippine passport valid for at least six months, an accommodation address in Sri Lanka and a return or onward ticket. The ETA fee is not provided here: check the official tourist visa fee on srilankaevisa.lk, which sets out the price, the permitted length of stay and the number of entries.
Processing and tips
Processing time is not confirmed here — apply several days before departure so the authorization is issued in time. Keep the ETA confirmation (printout or digital version) for check-in and border control. Check the official source for any health requirements linked to your itinerary.
Common mistakes
Common errors are entering a passport number that does not match the document, an insufficiently valid passport, and using unofficial sites that imitate the portal. Apply only through srilankaevisa.lk to avoid unnecessary service charges.
Official sources
- Sri Lanka eVisa / ETA — portail officiel
- Department of Immigration and Emigration Sri Lanka
- Philippines — Department of Foreign Affairs
Information verified on July 8, 2026.
Essential Sri Lanka information
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.
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Sri Lanka from Philippines?▾
A visa on arrival is issued to travellers from Philippines directly at the Sri Lanka border (allowed duration: 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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