Canadian visa for Sri Lankan citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Sri Lankan passport holders visiting Canada for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Sri Lankan citizens to enter Canada for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Canada e-visa for Sri Lankan citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Canada visa on arrival for Sri Lankan citizens | Not Available | |
Canada tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Sri Lankan passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Canada.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Canada.
If you are looking for Canada visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Sri Lanka, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Canada nearest your place of residence.
- Colombo: The High Commission of Canada in Colombo, Sri Lanka (Working hours: Close now. Open in 4 hours 52 minutes)
Canada visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Canada diplomatic mission offices to Sri Lanka for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Sri Lanka traveling to Canada from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Sri Lanka) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 34,284 | N/A |
| 2009 | 31,474 | -8.20% |
| 2010 | 32,438 | 3.06% |
| 2011 | 32,028 | -1.26% |
| 2012 | 32,688 | 2.06% |
| 2013 | 32,118 | -1.74% |
| 2014 | 33,074 | 2.98% |
| 2015 | 35,942 | 8.67% |
| 2016 | 39,942 | 11.13% |
| 2017 | 41,766 | 4.57% |
| 2018 | 42,268 | 1.20% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Canada & Sri Lanka comparison
Canada's area is approximately 9,093,510 km2 (3,511,022 sq mi), while the area of Sri Lanka is approximately 62,710 km2 (24,212 sq mi). This means Sri Lanka is 145.01 times smaller than Canada.
As of May 2024, Canada's population is ~39.1 million people - 17,312,783 more people than the population of Sri Lanka.
We have highlighted Canada & Sri Lanka’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Canada | Sri Lanka | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 39,085,774 | 21,772,991 | 17.3 million more people live in Canada than Sri Lanka |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 144 | 67 | Canada has 77 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Sri Lanka. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 129 | 16 | Canada passport holders can visit 113 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 469 | 61 | Canadian hosts 408 more foreign missions than Sri Lanka. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Sri Lanka travel to Canada in one year?
The number of visitors from Sri Lanka visiting Canada in 2018 was approximately 42,268.
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