Sri Lanka visa for Djiboutian citizens

For Djibouti passport holders eyeing the vibrant shores of Sri Lanka, the journey begins with a convenient e-visa process. Offering tourist, business, and transit options, these three distinct visa types allow for a maximum stay of 30 days, perfect for exploring the island's diverse attractions. Travelers typically navigate the significant distance across the Indian Ocean with connecting flights through major Middle Eastern hubs like Doha or Dubai. From the arid landscapes of the Horn of Africa, arriving in Sri Lanka introduces not only a lush, tropical charm but also a 2.5-hour time zone adjustment, immersing you in a distinctly different world.

eVisa30d stay· verified 2026-05-27

Entry requirements

Yellow fever cert.
Required

Visa options

TouristElectronic Travel Authorization (ETA) for Tourist Purpose
30ddouble-entryvalid 1mo
Apply
TouristElectronic Travel Authorization (ETA) for Tourist Purpose – Free Visa Scheme
30d$0double-entryvalid 1mo
Apply
TouristElectronic Travel Authorization (ETA) for Tourist Purpose – Maldivian Nationals
90d$0double-entryvalid 3mo
Apply
TouristVisit Visa – Tourist Visa (Short-Term)
30dvalid 1mo
Apply
TouristVisit Visa – Tourist Visa (Short-Term, double entry)
30ddouble-entryvalid 1mo
Apply
TransitElectronic Travel Authorization (ETA) for Transit
2d$0valid 2d
Apply
TransitPort-of-Entry Transit Visa
2dvalid 2d
Apply
BusinessElectronic Travel Authorization (ETA) for Business Purpose
30ddouble-entryvalid 1mo
Apply
BusinessBusiness Visit Visa – Short-Term (single entry)
30dvalid 1mo
Apply
BusinessBusiness Visit Visa – Short-Term (double entry)
30ddouble-entryvalid 1mo
Apply
BusinessBusiness Visit Visa – Short-Term (multiple entry)
30dmultiple-entryvalid 1mo
Apply
OtherShort-Term Visit Visa
30dvalid 1mo
Apply
WorkResidence Visa – Work / Residence Visa
multiple-entry
Apply
StudentResidence Visa – Elective Studies
multiple-entry
Apply
WorkResidence Visa – Voluntary Work
multiple-entry
Apply
OtherEntry Visa (for Residence/Work/Longer Stay)
Apply
OtherOfficial Visa
$0multiple-entry
Apply
OtherGratis ETA (Ordinary Passports under Bilateral Arrangements)
30d$0valid 1mo
Apply
TouristOne Month Tourist Visa Extension
Apply
TouristSix Month Tourist / Business Visa Extension
Apply
TouristOnline Tourist Visa Extension
Apply
OtherFree Visa Extension for Foreign Nationals Unable to Depart Sri Lanka Due to Flight Cancellations
$0
Apply

Also on arrival. 30 days extendable to 6 months. SAARC USD 35, non-SAARC USD 75 + USD 18.50 service fee. Transit exempt.

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