Sri Lankan visa for U.S. citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for U.S. 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 U.S. citizens to enter Sri Lanka for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Sri Lanka e-visa for U.S. citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | Sri Lanka visa on arrival for U.S. citizens | Eligible | |
Sri Lanka tourist visa requirements:
- Holding U.S. 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 States, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Sri Lanka nearest your place of residence.
- Washington: The Embassy of Sri Lanka in Washington, United States (Working hours: Open now. Close in 52 minutes)
- Los Angeles: The Consulate General of Sri Lanka in Los Angeles, United States (Working hours: Open now. Close in 52 minutes)
Sri Lanka visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Sri Lanka diplomatic mission offices to United States for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from United States traveling to Sri Lanka from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (United States) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 73,801 | N/A |
| 2009 | 78,320 | 6.12% |
| 2010 | 76,061 | -2.88% |
| 2011 | 78,320 | 2.97% |
| 2012 | 79,073 | 0.96% |
| 2013 | 73,801 | -6.67% |
| 2014 | 74,554 | 1.02% |
| 2015 | 71,542 | -4.04% |
| 2016 | 54,254 | -24.16% |
| 2017 | 57,479 | 5.94% |
| 2018 | 75,308 | 31.02% |
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 States comparison
Sri Lanka's area is approximately 62,710 km2 (24,212 sq mi), while the area of United States is approximately 9,147,420 km2 (3,531,837 sq mi). This means United States is 145.87 times bigger than Sri Lanka.
As of October 2025, Sri Lanka's population is ~21.9 million people - 318,904,302 fewer people than the population of United States.
We have highlighted Sri Lanka & United States’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Sri Lanka | United States | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 21,862,927 | 340,767,229 | 318.9 million fewer people live in Sri Lanka than United States |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 67 | 273 | Sri Lanka has 206 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with United States. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 16 | 134 | Sri Lanka passport holders visit 118 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 61 | 1147 | Sri Lankan hosts 1086 fewer foreign missions than United States. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from United States travel to Sri Lanka in one year?
The number of visitors from United States visiting Sri Lanka in 2018 was approximately 75,308.
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