Sri Lankan visa for Dutch citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Dutch 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 Dutch citizens to enter Sri Lanka for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Sri Lanka e-visa for Dutch citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | Sri Lanka visa on arrival for Dutch citizens | Eligible | |
Sri Lanka tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Dutch 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 Netherlands, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Sri Lanka nearest your place of residence.
- The Hague: The Embassy of Sri Lanka in The Hague, Netherlands (Working hours: Close now)
- Den Haag: The Consulate General of Sri Lanka in Den Haag, Netherlands (Working hours: Close now)
Sri Lanka visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Sri Lanka diplomatic mission offices to Netherlands for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Netherlands traveling to Sri Lanka from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Netherlands) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 41,786 | N/A |
| 2009 | 43,027 | 2.97% |
| 2010 | 43,441 | 0.96% |
| 2011 | 40,959 | -5.71% |
| 2012 | 40,545 | -1.01% |
| 2013 | 43,027 | 6.12% |
| 2014 | 39,304 | -8.65% |
| 2015 | 40,545 | 3.16% |
| 2016 | 41,373 | 2.04% |
| 2017 | 51,148 | 23.63% |
| 2018 | 57,160 | 11.75% |
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 & Netherlands comparison
Sri Lanka's area is approximately 62,710 km2 (24,212 sq mi), while the area of Netherlands is approximately 33,720 km2 (13,019 sq mi). This means Netherlands is 85.97% smaller than Sri Lanka.
As of October 2025, Sri Lanka's population is ~21.9 million people - 4,539,572 more people than the population of Netherlands.
We have highlighted Sri Lanka & Netherlands’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Sri Lanka | Netherlands | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 21,862,927 | 17,323,355 | 4.5 million more people live in Sri Lanka than Netherlands |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 67 | 152 | Sri Lanka has 85 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Netherlands. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 16 | 146 | Sri Lanka passport holders visit 130 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 61 | 173 | Sri Lankan hosts 112 fewer foreign missions than Netherlands. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Netherlands travel to Sri Lanka in one year?
The number of visitors from Netherlands visiting Sri Lanka in 2018 was approximately 57,160.
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