Sri Lankan visa for Argentinian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Argentinian passport holders visiting Sri Lanka for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Argentinian citizens to enter Sri Lanka for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Sri Lanka e-visa for Argentinian citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | Sri Lanka visa on arrival for Argentinian citizens | Eligible | |
Sri Lanka tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Argentinian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Sri Lanka.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Sri Lanka.
If you are looking for Sri Lanka visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Argentina, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Sri Lanka nearest your place of residence.
- Buenos Aires: The Consulate General of Sri Lanka in Buenos Aires, Argentina (Working hours: Open now. Close in 1 hours 7 minutes)
Sri Lanka visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Sri Lanka diplomatic mission offices to Argentina for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Argentina traveling to Sri Lanka from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Argentina) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 1,533 | N/A |
| 2009 | 1,568 | 2.28% |
| 2010 | 2,289 | 45.98% |
| 2011 | 2,996 | 30.89% |
| 2012 | 3,521 | 17.52% |
| 2013 | 4,462 | 26.73% |
| 2014 | 5,344 | 19.77% |
| 2015 | 6,293 | 17.76% |
| 2016 | 7,178 | 14.06% |
| 2017 | 7,407 | 3.19% |
| 2018 | 8,169 | 10.29% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Sri Lanka & Argentina comparison
Sri Lanka's area is approximately 62,710 km2 (24,212 sq mi), while the area of Argentina is approximately 2,736,690 km2 (1,056,641 sq mi). This means Argentina is 43.64 times bigger than Sri Lanka.
As of October 2025, Sri Lanka's population is ~21.9 million people - 25,434,450 fewer people than the population of Argentina.
We have highlighted Sri Lanka & Argentina’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Sri Lanka | Argentina | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 21,862,927 | 47,297,377 | 25.4 million fewer people live in Sri Lanka than Argentina |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 67 | 157 | Sri Lanka has 90 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Argentina. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 16 | 124 | Sri Lanka passport holders visit 108 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 61 | 322 | Sri Lankan hosts 261 fewer foreign missions than Argentina. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Argentina travel to Sri Lanka in one year?
The number of visitors from Argentina visiting Sri Lanka in 2018 was approximately 8,169.
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