Sri Lankan visa for Papua New Guinean citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Papua New Guinean 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 Papua New Guinean citizens to enter Sri Lanka for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Sri Lanka e-visa for Papua New Guinean citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | Sri Lanka visa on arrival for Papua New Guinean citizens | Eligible | |
Sri Lanka tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Papua New Guinean 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 Papua New Guinea, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Sri Lanka nearest your place of residence.
- Brisbane: The Consulate General of in Brisbane, ~ 2527.09 kilometers (1570.26 mi) away from Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 4 hours 28 minutes).
- Adelaide: The Consulate General of in Adelaide, ~ 3223.83 kilometers (2003.19 mi) away from Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 3 hours 58 minutes).
Sri Lanka visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Sri Lanka diplomatic mission offices to Papua New Guinea for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Papua New Guinea traveling to Sri Lanka from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Papua New Guinea) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 35 | N/A |
| 2009 | 36 | 2.86% |
| 2010 | 52 | 44.44% |
| 2011 | 68 | 30.77% |
| 2012 | 80 | 17.65% |
| 2013 | 102 | 27.50% |
| 2014 | 122 | 19.61% |
| 2015 | 144 | 18.03% |
| 2016 | 164 | 13.89% |
| 2017 | 169 | 3.05% |
| 2018 | 187 | 10.65% |
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 & Papua New Guinea comparison
Sri Lanka's area is approximately 62,710 km2 (24,212 sq mi), while the area of Papua New Guinea is approximately 452,860 km2 (174,850 sq mi). This means Papua New Guinea is 7.22 times bigger than Sri Lanka.
As of October 2025, Sri Lanka's population is ~21.9 million people - 12,043,569 more people than the population of Papua New Guinea.
We have highlighted Sri Lanka & Papua New Guinea’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Sri Lanka | Papua New Guinea | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 21,862,927 | 9,819,358 | 12.0 million more people live in Sri Lanka than Papua New Guinea |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 67 | 21 | Sri Lanka has 46 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Papua New Guinea. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 16 | 44 | Sri Lanka passport holders visit 28 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 61 | 32 | Sri Lankan hosts 29 more foreign missions than Papua New Guinea. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Papua New Guinea travel to Sri Lanka in one year?
The number of visitors from Papua New Guinea visiting Sri Lanka in 2018 was approximately 187.
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- Travel time: 13 hours 29 minutes
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