Sri Lankan visa for Canadian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Canadian 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 Canadian citizens to enter Sri Lanka for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Sri Lanka e-visa for Canadian citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | Sri Lanka visa on arrival for Canadian citizens | Eligible | |
Sri Lanka tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Canadian 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 Canada, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Sri Lanka nearest your place of residence.
- Ottawa: The High Commission of Sri Lanka in Ottawa, Canada (Working hours: Close now)
- Montreal: The Consulate General of Sri Lanka in Montreal, Canada (Working hours: Close now)
- Toronto: The Consulate General of Sri Lanka in Toronto, Canada (Working hours: Close now)
Sri Lanka visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Sri Lanka diplomatic mission offices to Canada for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Canada traveling to Sri Lanka from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Canada) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 49,240 | N/A |
| 2009 | 45,489 | -7.62% |
| 2010 | 45,489 | 0.00% |
| 2011 | 47,833 | 5.15% |
| 2012 | 47,364 | -0.98% |
| 2013 | 46,427 | -1.98% |
| 2014 | 47,833 | 3.03% |
| 2015 | 46,896 | -1.96% |
| 2016 | 45,958 | -2.00% |
| 2017 | 45,020 | -2.04% |
| 2018 | 48,302 | 7.29% |
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 & Canada comparison
Sri Lanka's area is approximately 62,710 km2 (24,212 sq mi), while the area of Canada is approximately 9,093,510 km2 (3,511,022 sq mi). This means Canada is 145.01 times bigger than Sri Lanka.
As of October 2025, Sri Lanka's population is ~21.9 million people - 17,558,752 fewer people than the population of Canada.
We have highlighted Sri Lanka & Canada’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Sri Lanka | Canada | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 21,862,927 | 39,421,679 | 17.6 million fewer people live in Sri Lanka than Canada |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 67 | 144 | Sri Lanka has 77 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Canada. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 16 | 129 | Sri Lanka passport holders visit 113 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 61 | 469 | Sri Lankan hosts 408 fewer foreign missions than Canada. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Canada travel to Sri Lanka in one year?
The number of visitors from Canada visiting Sri Lanka in 2018 was approximately 48,302.
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Useful Information
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- Travel time: 40 hours 15 minutes
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