Beginning 15 October 2025, Sri Lanka will require all foreign tourists to obtain a mandatory Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) before arriving in the country. This new directive from the Department of Immigration and Emigration is designed to: - Streamline entry procedures - Strengthen border security - Align with global best practices in visitor management What Travelers Need to Know - ETA must be secured online prior to travel via the official portal: [www.eta.gov.lk](https://www.eta.gov.lk) - Applies to all ports of entry, including airports and seaports - Travel agents and tour operators are being urged to inform clients early to avoid last-minute issues
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