Sri Lankan visa for Australian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Australian 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 Australian citizens to enter Sri Lanka for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Sri Lanka e-visa for Australian citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | Sri Lanka visa on arrival for Australian citizens | Eligible | |
Sri Lanka tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Australian 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 Australia, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Sri Lanka nearest your place of residence.
- Canberra: The High Commission of Sri Lanka in Canberra, Australia (Working hours: Close now. Open in 3 hours 19 minutes)
- Adelaide: The Consulate General of Sri Lanka in Adelaide, Australia (Working hours: Close now. Open in 3 hours 49 minutes)
- Brisbane: The Consulate General of Sri Lanka in Brisbane, Australia (Working hours: Close now. Open in 4 hours 19 minutes)
- Melbourne: The Consulate General of Sri Lanka in Melbourne, Australia (Working hours: Close now. Open in 3 hours 19 minutes)
- Perth: The Consulate General of Sri Lanka in Perth, Australia (Working hours: Close now. Open in 6 hours 19 minutes)
Sri Lanka visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Sri Lanka diplomatic mission offices to Australia for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Australia traveling to Sri Lanka from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Australia) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 114,255 | N/A |
| 2009 | 113,146 | -0.97% |
| 2010 | 105,381 | -6.86% |
| 2011 | 107,600 | 2.11% |
| 2012 | 113,146 | 5.15% |
| 2013 | 105,381 | -6.86% |
| 2014 | 105,381 | 0.00% |
| 2015 | 81,281 | -22.87% |
| 2016 | 74,496 | -8.35% |
| 2017 | 81,281 | 9.11% |
| 2018 | 110,928 | 36.47% |
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 & Australia comparison
Sri Lanka's area is approximately 62,710 km2 (24,212 sq mi), while the area of Australia is approximately 7,682,300 km2 (2,966,151 sq mi). This means Australia is 122.51 times bigger than Sri Lanka.
As of October 2025, Sri Lanka's population is ~21.9 million people - 5,141,450 fewer people than the population of Australia.
We have highlighted Sri Lanka & Australia’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Sri Lanka | Australia | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 21,862,927 | 27,004,377 | 5.1 million fewer people live in Sri Lanka than Australia |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 67 | 136 | Sri Lanka has 69 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Australia. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 16 | 130 | Sri Lanka passport holders visit 114 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 61 | 319 | Sri Lankan hosts 258 fewer foreign missions than Australia. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Australia travel to Sri Lanka in one year?
The number of visitors from Australia visiting Sri Lanka in 2018 was approximately 110,928.
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