Sri Lanka has waived visa fees for tourists from these countries

Published on

26/05/2026 - 11:29 GMT+2

From wildlife-filled national parks and UNESCO World Heritage Sites to dreamy beaches and walking trails, Sri Lanka has plenty to offer tourists whether you’re someone who likes to fly-and-flop or jam-pack your itinerary.

Your next trip to the pearl of the Indian Ocean is about to get cheaper, too, as Sri Lanka has just waived visa fees for tourists from 40 countries.

In Europe, citizens from Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Czechia, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Russia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey and the UK will be able to obtain a visa free of charge. The visa will be valid for 30 days.