Central African visa for Sri Lankan citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Sri Lankan passport holders visiting Central African Republic 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 Central African Republic for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Central African Republic e-visa for Sri Lankan citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Central African Republic visa on arrival for Sri Lankan citizens | Not Available | |
Central African Republic tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Sri Lankan passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Central African Republic.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Central African Republic.
If you are looking for Central African Republic 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 Central African Republic nearest your place of residence.
- Doha: The Embassy of in Doha, ~ 3650.55 kilometers (2268.35 mi) away from Colombo, Sri Lanka. (Working hours: Close now).
- Kuwait City: The Embassy of in Kuwait City, ~ 4169.46 kilometers (2590.78 mi) away from Colombo, Sri Lanka. (Working hours: Close now).
Central African Republic visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Central African Republic diplomatic mission offices to Sri Lanka for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Sri Lanka traveling to Central African Republic from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Sri Lanka) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 61 | N/A |
| 2009 | 105 | 72.13% |
| 2010 | 108 | 2.86% |
| 2011 | 131 | 21.30% |
| 2012 | 142 | 8.40% |
| 2013 | 167 | 17.61% |
| 2014 | 191 | 14.37% |
| 2015 | 241 | 26.18% |
| 2016 | 164 | -31.95% |
| 2017 | 214 | 30.49% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Central African Republic & Sri Lanka comparison
Central African Republic's area is approximately 622,980 km2 (240,533 sq mi), while the area of Sri Lanka is approximately 62,710 km2 (24,212 sq mi). This means Sri Lanka is 9.93 times smaller than Central African Republic.
As of October 2025, Central African Republic's population is ~5.3 million people - 16,603,311 fewer people than the population of Sri Lanka.
We have highlighted Central African Republic & Sri Lanka’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Central African Republic | Sri Lanka | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 5,259,616 | 21,862,927 | 16.6 million fewer people live in Central African Republic than Sri Lanka |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 1 | 67 | Central African Republic has 66 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Sri Lanka. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 21 | 16 | Central African Republic passport holders can visit 5 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 13 | 61 | Central African hosts 48 fewer foreign missions than Sri Lanka. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Sri Lanka travel to Central African Republic in one year?
The number of visitors from Sri Lanka visiting Central African Republic in 2017 was approximately 214.
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