Sri Lanka Visa Requirements for French citizens in 2025

Last Updated: July 25, 2025, 2:26 p.m.

French Southern Territories

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Sri Lanka

1) E-Visa

French passport holders planning a visit to Sri Lanka for tourism purposes do not need a traditional visa for short durations. Instead, an electronic travel authorization (eTA or eVisa) must be acquired prior to entry. Explore our comprehensive guides on eVisas for more details.

Entry Requirement

Danger
Allowed Stay

30 days

Purpose of Travel

Tourist

2) Visa On Arrival

Upon arriving in Sri Lanka, French citizens have the option to apply for a visa on arrival. This visa can be obtained directly at the country’s entry points.

Entry Requirement

Danger
Allowed Stay

unknown

Purpose of Travel

Tourist

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Further Notes

  • The standard visitor visa allows a stay of 60 days within any 6-month period.
  • Visa fees (for Standard visitor visa):
  • SAARC - USD 35
  • Non SAARC - USD 75
  • e-Visa categories will be charged an additional USD 18.50 service fee.
  • If transiting from any of the Sri Lankan airports, An e-Visa is exempted (2 day transit period).

Reference Links

https://www.passportindex.org/comparebyPassport.php?p1=fr
https://www.srilankaevisa.lk

General Information about Sri Lanka

  • Name (Common): Sri Lanka
  • Name (Official): Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka
  • Population: 21919000
  • Area: 65610
  • Capital: Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte
  • Currency: Sri Lankan rupee
  • Language: Sinhala
  • Calling Code: +9
  • Region: Asia
  • Subregion: Southern Asia

Travel Advisory for Sri Lanka

Advisory Message: Sri Lanka has a current risk level of 3.1 (out of 5). We advise: Use some caution when travelling Sri Lanka.
Score: 3.1
Source: https://www.travel-advisory.info/sri-lanka
Last Updated Aug. 13, 2024, 8:21 a.m.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, a visa is required for French citizens. French Southern Territories passport holders can apply for a tourist visa online.

Yes, a visa is required for French citizens. French Southern Territories passport holders can apply for a tourist visa online. Options include: E-Visa, Visa On Arrival.

Yes, French citizens can travel to Sri Lanka, but an E-Visa is required.

The maximum length of stay in Sri Lanka with E-Visa is 30 days. French citizens must leave the country within the specified period.

Overstaying an E-Visa in Sri Lanka can result in fines, penalties, and potentially being banned from entering Sri Lanka in the future. It is important to comply with the length of stay specified with the visa and leave the country within the allotted time.

The maximum length of stay in Sri Lanka with Visa On Arrival is unknown. French citizens must leave the country within the specified period.