Ugandan visa for Sri Lankan citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Sri Lankan passport holders visiting Uganda for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Sri Lankan citizens to enter Uganda for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Uganda e-visa for Sri Lankan citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | Uganda visa on arrival for Sri Lankan citizens | Eligible | |
Uganda tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Sri Lankan passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Uganda.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Uganda.
If you are looking for Uganda visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Sri Lanka, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Uganda nearest your place of residence.
- Mumbai: The Honorary Consulate of in Mumbai, ~ 1513.36 kilometers (940.36 mi) away from Colombo, Sri Lanka. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 9 hours 25 minutes).
- Bangkok: The Consulate General of in Bangkok, ~ 2253.05 kilometers (1399.98 mi) away from Colombo, Sri Lanka. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 7 hours 25 minutes).
Uganda visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Uganda diplomatic mission offices to Sri Lanka for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Sri Lanka traveling to Uganda from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Sri Lanka) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 1,688 | N/A |
| 2009 | 1,614 | -4.38% |
| 2010 | 1,892 | 17.22% |
| 2011 | 2,302 | 21.67% |
| 2012 | 2,394 | 4.00% |
| 2013 | 2,412 | 0.75% |
| 2014 | 2,532 | 4.98% |
| 2015 | 2,606 | 2.92% |
| 2016 | 2,646 | 1.53% |
| 2017 | 2,804 | 5.97% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Uganda & Sri Lanka comparison
Uganda's area is approximately 199,810 km2 (77,147 sq mi), while the area of Sri Lanka is approximately 62,710 km2 (24,212 sq mi). This means Sri Lanka is 3.19 times smaller than Uganda.
As of October 2025, Uganda's population is ~53.3 million people - 31,471,087 more people than the population of Sri Lanka.
We have highlighted Uganda & Sri Lanka’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Uganda | Sri Lanka | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 53,334,014 | 21,862,927 | 31.5 million more people live in Uganda than Sri Lanka |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 42 | 67 | Uganda has 25 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Sri Lanka. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 38 | 16 | Uganda passport holders can visit 22 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 50 | 61 | Ugandan hosts 11 fewer foreign missions than Sri Lanka. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Sri Lanka travel to Uganda in one year?
The number of visitors from Sri Lanka visiting Uganda in 2017 was approximately 2,804.
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- Travel time: 10 hours 11 minutes
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