Sri Lankan visa for UAE citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for UAE 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 UAE citizens to enter Sri Lanka for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Sri Lanka e-visa for UAE citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | Sri Lanka visa on arrival for UAE citizens | Eligible | |
Sri Lanka tourist visa requirements:
- Holding UAE 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 United Arab Emirates, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Sri Lanka nearest your place of residence.
- Abu Dhabi: The Embassy of Sri Lanka in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (Working hours: Close now)
- Dubai: The Consulate General of Sri Lanka in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (Working hours: Close now)
Sri Lanka visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Sri Lanka diplomatic mission offices to United Arab Emirates for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from United Arab Emirates traveling to Sri Lanka from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (United Arab Emirates) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 1,270 | N/A |
| 2009 | 1,299 | 2.28% |
| 2010 | 1,897 | 46.04% |
| 2011 | 2,482 | 30.84% |
| 2012 | 2,917 | 17.53% |
| 2013 | 3,697 | 26.74% |
| 2014 | 4,428 | 19.77% |
| 2015 | 5,214 | 17.75% |
| 2016 | 5,948 | 14.08% |
| 2017 | 6,138 | 3.19% |
| 2018 | 6,769 | 10.28% |
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 & United Arab Emirates comparison
Sri Lanka's area is approximately 62,710 km2 (24,212 sq mi), while the area of United Arab Emirates is approximately 83,600 km2 (32,278 sq mi). This means United Arab Emirates is 33.31% larger than Sri Lanka.
As of October 2025, Sri Lanka's population is ~21.9 million people - 11,364,266 more people than the population of United Arab Emirates.
We have highlighted Sri Lanka & United Arab Emirates’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Sri Lanka | United Arab Emirates | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 21,862,927 | 10,498,661 | 11.4 million more people live in Sri Lanka than United Arab Emirates |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 67 | 101 | Sri Lanka has 34 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with United Arab Emirates. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 16 | 128 | Sri Lanka passport holders visit 112 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 61 | 127 | Sri Lankan hosts 66 fewer foreign missions than United Arab Emirates. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from United Arab Emirates travel to Sri Lanka in one year?
The number of visitors from United Arab Emirates visiting Sri Lanka in 2018 was approximately 6,769.
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