Basic Travel Requirements for Ghanaians visiting
Sri Lanka
Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to
apply for a Sri Lankan Visa.
Sri Lanka Visa for Ghanaians
Facts about Sri Lanka
Tourists visiting Sri Lanka are usually taken aback by the natural scenic beauty in the country. They include mountainous terrains, agricultural landscapes, waterfalls, and rivers. For such a small country, Sri Lanka possesses a high level of biodiversity and wildlife resources. About 13% of the country’s land surface has been designated as Wildlife Protected Areas, you can imagine how many national parks and how many species of wildlife that can be seen here. The country also possesses nearly 1600km coastlines with tropical beaches which tourists like to visit. The beaches offer activities such as sea bathing, swimming, surfing, boating, snorkeling, deep-sea fishing, underwater photography, and scuba diving. Sri Lanka is sometimes referred to as the hidden city because lots of tourists fly over the country without exploring the tourist’s attractions in the country.
Since the end of the civil war, which lasted 25 years, in 2009, Sri Lanka has become one of the country’s tourists look forward to visiting and this is reflected by the rapid increase in the number of tourists visiting the country year after year. In 2018, the country played host to over 2.3 million tourists and it has been estimated that the number of tourists visiting the country is going to increase for years to come.
On entry to Sri Lanka, tourists are required to declare foreign currency amounting to $10,000. If exiting with foreign currency of over $5,000, the full amount brought in or acquired in Sri Lanka must be declared. Do not mistreat Buddhist images and artifacts as this is a serious offense and you could be convicted for this.
Citizens of Singapore, Maldives and Seychelles are exempted from requiring a visa to gain entry to Sri Lanka.
Types of Sri Lanka Visa
| Types of Visa | Processing Time | Duration of Stay |
|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | 3 – 7 working days | 180 days |
| Business visa | 3 – 7 working days | 180 days |
General Requirements for Sri Lanka Visa
Sri Lanka Tourist Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- This is the type of visa issued to persons intending to visit Sri Lanka for tourism purposes.
- You can also visit family and friends while on this visa.
- All visitors to Sri Lanka must carry a valid passport.
- Your total stay is counted starting from the day you enter Sri Lanka.
- Visa applicants intending to visit a friend or family need to submit an invitation letter from a family member or host living in Sri Lanka.
- This letter should clearly state the address and contact details of the host, as well as your relationship with them.
- During the visa application, you will need to provide proof of sufficient funds to last the duration of your stay.
- You are advised to exit the country before your visa expires and present documents that show you have the intention to do so.
- This visa does not serve study purposes. You cannot be enrolled in any of the institutions of learning in the country.
Sri Lanka Business Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- This is the type of visa issued to Ghanaians traveling to Sri Lanka for business purposes.
- The Sri Lanka business visa is valid for 180 days from the date of application and permits you two entries into the country.
- You can sign contracts, partake in auctions and exhibitions and also speak at business-related events while on this visa.
- You will need to provide an invitation letter from the Sri Lankan company you will be visiting.
- This letter will also contain their detailed address, accompanied with the date and actual purpose of your trip.
- If the intention is to attend a meeting or seminar, confirmation/invitation from the conference organizer/institution is required.
- If you are employed, you will have to present a certificate from your employer stating or allowing your business travel.
- Proof of sufficient funds to cover the costs of stay (e.g. bank statement for 2 recent months) is required.
- Self-employed people may need to submit proof of business registration.
- You cannot be gainfully employed while you are in the country with this visa.
- It must be made clear whether your trip will be sponsored by the employer or the local company.
- Proof of payment of visa application fee should be submitted.
Sri Lanka Visa Fees
Tourist visa
30.00 (USD)
Business visa
30.00 (USD)