Sri Lankan visa for Saudi Arabian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Saudi Arabian 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 Saudi Arabian citizens to enter Sri Lanka for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Sri Lanka e-visa for Saudi Arabian citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | Sri Lanka visa on arrival for Saudi Arabian citizens | Eligible | |
Sri Lanka tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Saudi Arabian 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 Saudi Arabia, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Sri Lanka nearest your place of residence.
- Riyadh: The Embassy of Sri Lanka in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (Working hours: Open now. Close in 5 hours 1 minutes)
- Jeddah: The Consulate General of Sri Lanka in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia (Working hours: Open now. Close in 5 hours 1 minutes)
Sri Lanka visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Sri Lanka diplomatic mission offices to Saudi Arabia for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Saudi Arabia traveling to Sri Lanka from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Saudi Arabia) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 219 | N/A |
| 2009 | 224 | 2.28% |
| 2010 | 327 | 45.98% |
| 2011 | 428 | 30.89% |
| 2012 | 503 | 17.52% |
| 2013 | 638 | 26.84% |
| 2014 | 764 | 19.75% |
| 2015 | 899 | 17.67% |
| 2016 | 1,026 | 14.13% |
| 2017 | 1,058 | 3.12% |
| 2018 | 1,167 | 10.30% |
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 & Saudi Arabia comparison
Sri Lanka's area is approximately 62,710 km2 (24,212 sq mi), while the area of Saudi Arabia is approximately 2,149,690 km2 (829,999 sq mi). This means Saudi Arabia is 34.28 times bigger than Sri Lanka.
As of October 2025, Sri Lanka's population is ~21.9 million people - 15,718,646 fewer people than the population of Saudi Arabia.
We have highlighted Sri Lanka & Saudi Arabia’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Sri Lanka | Saudi Arabia | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 21,862,927 | 37,581,573 | 15.7 million fewer people live in Sri Lanka than Saudi Arabia |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 67 | 114 | Sri Lanka has 47 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Saudi Arabia. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 16 | 39 | Sri Lanka passport holders visit 23 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 61 | 127 | Sri Lankan hosts 66 fewer foreign missions than Saudi Arabia. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Saudi Arabia travel to Sri Lanka in one year?
The number of visitors from Saudi Arabia visiting Sri Lanka in 2018 was approximately 1,167.
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