Sri Lanka visa requirements for Singaporeans

Travel and visa requirements

Sri Lankan Visa is not required for Singaporeans

Stay Duration: 30 days

Entry Requirements

  • Singapore passport holder visiting Sri Lanka can apply for an evisa for a 30 days duration of stay.
  • 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 the 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 into Sri Lanka, authorization must be obtained from the Department of Animal Production and Health (DAPH).
  • Direct airlines from Singapore to Sri Lanka include Emirates flights, Singapore Airlines, SriLankan Airlines and SilkAir flights.
  • The estimated flight duration from Singapore to Sri Lanka is 3 hours, 44 minutes.
  • Sri Lanka adopts the use of the Indian Standard Time (GMT+ 5:30) Hence, Singapore is 2 hours 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 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.



What is Sri Lanka national currency?

Sri Lanka national currency is known is the Sri-Lanka Rupee