Sri Lankan visa for Palauan citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Palauan 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 Palauan citizens to enter Sri Lanka for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Sri Lanka e-visa for Palauan citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Sri Lanka visa on arrival for Palauan citizens | Eligible | |
Sri Lanka tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Palauan 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 Palau, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Sri Lanka nearest your place of residence.
- Manila: The Embassy of in Manila, ~ 1673.83 kilometers (1040.07 mi) away from Melekeok, Palau. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 2 hours 6 minutes).
- Osaka: The Honorary Consulate of in Osaka, ~ 3022.15 kilometers (1877.87 mi) away from Melekeok, Palau. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 2 hours 36 minutes).
Sri Lanka visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Sri Lanka diplomatic mission offices to Palau for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Palau traveling to Sri Lanka from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Palau) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 7 | N/A |
| 2011 | 9 | 28.57% |
| 2012 | 10 | 11.11% |
| 2013 | 13 | 30.00% |
| 2014 | 15 | 15.38% |
| 2015 | 18 | 20.00% |
| 2016 | 21 | 16.67% |
| 2017 | 21 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 23 | 9.52% |
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 & Palau comparison
Sri Lanka's area is approximately 62,710 km2 (24,212 sq mi), while the area of Palau is approximately 460 km2 (177 sq mi). This means Palau is 136.33 times smaller than Sri Lanka.
As of November 2025, Sri Lanka's population is ~21.9 million people - 21,844,399 more people than the population of Palau.
We have highlighted Sri Lanka & Palau’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Sri Lanka | Palau | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 21,862,927 | 18,528 | 21.8 million more people live in Sri Lanka than Palau |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 67 | 8 | Sri Lanka has 59 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Palau. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 16 | 82 | Sri Lanka passport holders visit 66 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 61 | 9 | Sri Lankan hosts 52 more foreign missions than Palau. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Palau travel to Sri Lanka in one year?
The number of visitors from Palau visiting Sri Lanka in 2018 was approximately 23.
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- Colombo to Melekeok: 5381.19 km (3343.72 mi)
- Travel time: 11 hours 12 minutes
This page was last updated on: November 2025