Sri Lanka visa requirements for Indonesians

Travel and visa requirements

Sri Lankan Visa is not required for Indonesians

Stay Duration: 30 days

Entry Requirements

  • Indonesia passport holder visiting Sri Lanka qualifies for an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) which can be applied for online and the maximum duration of stay is 30 days.
  • Visitors are expected to possess a passport with at least 6 months' validity before the departure date is required.
  • Visitors are expected to possess a return ticket or computer-generated flight itinerary from a travel agency as well as proof of financial support.
  • Visitors are required to carry proof of Yellow Fever vaccination.
  • Tourists are to tender evidence of accommodation which could be in form of a reserved hotel booking or invitation letter from a host living in Sri-Lanka.
  • Foreign currencies exceeding USD 15,000 or its equivalent must be declared on arrival.
  • Visitors are required to declare valuable personal belongings upon arrival to ensure free export.
  • Before bringing any pets in to Sri Lanka, authorization must be obtained from the Department of Animal Production and Health (DAPH).
  • Malindo Air, SriLankan Airlines, AirAsia, Citilink, Lion Air and Thai Lion Air are the airlines that fly from Indonesia to Sri Lanka.
  • The estimated flight duration from Jakarta, Indonesia to Colombo, Sri Lanka is 4 hours, 38 minutes.
  • Sri Lanka adopts the use of the Indian Standard Time (GMT+ 5:30) Hence, Jakarta, Indonesia is 1 hour and 30 minutes ahead of Sri Lanka.
  • The most popular way to get around  Sri Lanka is to hire a car/taxi, take a tuk-tuk or use buses and trains. 
  • Sri Lanka's dominant religion is Christianity. 
  • There are several languages spoken in Sri Lanka. However, Sinhala and Tamil are the official languages of Sri Lanka.
  • Sri Lanka adopts the use of type M power plugs while operating on 230 V supply voltage and 50 Hz frequency.
  • The official currency of Sri Lanka is the Sri- Lanka Rupee.
  • The oldest living tree known to be planted by man is in Sri-Lanka.
  • The World Health Organisation declared the country to be malaria-free in 2016.
  • Ravana Falls, Dambulla Cave Temple and Arugam  Bay are places tourists should visit while in Sri Lanka.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Sri Lanka ETA?
The Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) is an official document that allows travellers to enter and travel within Sri Lanka.

Do I also need to get a tourist Evisa for my Children?
Only if they're younger than 12 years old. Children under 12 years old are exempt from paying the ETA.

What currency is used in Sri Lanka?
The Sri Lanka Rupee is the generally accepted currency in Sri Lanka.

When is the best time to visit Sri Lanka?
Sri Lanka is a tropical country with almost the same season all year long which makes it a year-round destination.

Are vaccination required in Sri Lanka?
Yes, visitors are required to carry proof of Yellow Fever vaccination.