Yes, a visa is required to travel from Poland to Sri Lanka.
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Do I need a visa for Sri Lanka from Poland?
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Polish nationals need a visa for Sri Lanka. The simplest option is the electronic travel authorisation (ETA/e-Visa), applied for online before departure.
This guide is for Polish citizens planning a trip to Sri Lanka, from the tea plantations of Kandy to the southern beaches and the Sigiriya heritage sites. Sri Lanka issues its tourist visa electronically (ETA) through its national portal, and the application is completed entirely online. Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months, and the exact fee should be confirmed on the official source.
Do you need a visa?
Yes: Polish travellers need a travel authorisation (ETA) to enter Sri Lanka for tourism. It serves as the short-stay visa and is applied for online before departure. The passport must remain valid for at least 6 months.
How and where to apply
Apply from Poland on the official portal srilankaevisa.lk: enter your passport details and itinerary, then pay online. Use only the official site, as many intermediary sites mimic the ETA portal and charge extra fees.
Documents and fees
Prepare a Polish passport valid for at least 6 months, an accommodation address in Sri Lanka and an onward or return ticket. The fee is not confirmed here — refer to the official srilankaevisa.lk portal when you apply.
Processing and tips
Processing time is not confirmed here — submit your application several days before departure. Keep a printed or digital copy of the approved ETA to show at immigration. Check the permitted length of stay and the number of entries before you travel.
Common mistakes
Common errors are an insufficiently valid passport, a typo in the passport number, and paying inflated fees on an unofficial site. Apply for the ETA only on srilankaevisa.lk and confirm your name is spelled exactly as it appears in your passport.
Official sources
- Sri Lanka e-Visa (ETA) — official portal
- Department of Immigration and Emigration of Sri Lanka
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Poland) — travel information
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 Poland?▾
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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