Planning to travel to Sri Lanka from Bangalore? Indian passport holders need an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) for Sri Lanka, obtained online before travel. As of October 2025, the tourist ETA is free for Indians. It allows a 30-day double-entry stay, extendable to 90 days in-country for a fee. This page explains the visa information, documents required, the application process, fees, processing time, and how to avoid rejection - and how DocuPro can help you apply from Bangalore.

Visa type	ETA
For	Indian passport holders in Bangalore
Maximum stay	30 days (extendable to 90 days in-country)
Entry type	Double entry
Visa validity	6 months from approval
Fee	Free for Indian tourists
Processing time	~24 hours
Where to apply	eta.gov.lk
Region	Asia-Pacific

Visa Options

Visa type	Max stay	Entry	Fee	Processing time
Tourist ETA	30 days (extendable to 90)	Double entry	Free for Indians	~24 hours
Business ETA	30 days	Double entry	~₹2,940 (USD 35)	~24 hours
Transit	48 hours	Single	~₹420–₹840 (USD 5–10)	~24 hours or at POE

Documents Required

• Passport valid for at least 6 months from arrival
• Confirmed return or onward air ticket
• Proof of accommodation
• Proof of sufficient funds (if requested)

Visa Process

1. Apply for the ETA online at the official portal before travel.
2. Enter your passport and travel details accurately.
3. Submit the application (tourist ETA is free for Indians).
4. Receive ETA approval, usually within about 24 hours.
5. Carry a copy of the approval and present it with your passport on arrival.

Fee and Processing Time

Fee: Free for Indian tourists

Processing time: ~24 hours

Precautions to Avoid Rejection

• Apply through the official government portal only — avoid third-party sites that charge unnecessary fees for the free tourist ETA.
• Enter passport details exactly as they appear in your passport.
• Apply at least a few days before travel even though approval is usually quick.
• Note the tourist ETA is free but the business ETA is not — select the correct category.
• Keep the ETA approval accessible (printed or digital) for airline and immigration checks.

How DocuPro Helps in Bangalore

DocuPro is a Bangalore-based government document services company that helps travellers apply for the Sri Lanka ETA without the guesswork. Our team completes your application accurately, prepares a document checklist tailored to your profile, and guides you through fees and timelines so your application is right the first time.

• End-to-end Sri Lanka ETA application support for Bangalore residents
• Accurate form completion and document review to reduce the risk of rejection
• Personalised checklist, fee guidance, and processing-time tracking
• Passport application and renewal in Bangalore if your passport needs updating before travel
• On-demand document pickup across Bangalore and end-to-end assistance

DocuPro Sri Lanka assistance: To begin, request a free eligibility check and document checklist.

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Visa rules, fees, and processing times for Indian passport holders can change at short notice. Information here is for guidance for travellers in Bangalore and should be confirmed on the official Sri Lanka government portal before applying or booking travel. DocuPro assists with application preparation and document support; the final visa decision rests with the Sri Lanka authorities. Government and portal fees are separate from DocuPro's service charge.