Sri Lanka Visa Requirements for Taiwanese citizens in 2024

Last Updated: Nov. 22, 2024, 2:55 p.m.

Taiwan

Sri Lanka

1) E-Visa

Taiwanese 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

60 days

Purpose of Travel

Tourist


2) Visa On Arrival

Upon arriving in Sri Lanka, Taiwanese 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

30 days

Purpose of Travel

Tourist


Further Notes

  • According to the e-Visa site, citizens of Taiwan would need to select People's Republic of China (Special Administrative Region of China) as their nationality while applying for the e-Visa.
  • Passport must be valid for at least 3 months upon arrival, and a return flight ticket is required.
  • 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).

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

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, a visa is required for Taiwanese citizens. Taiwan, Province of China passport holders can apply for a tourist visa online.

Yes, a visa is required for Taiwanese citizens. Taiwan, Province of China passport holders can apply for a tourist visa online. Options include: E-Visa, Visa On Arrival.

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

The maximum length of stay in Sri Lanka with E-Visa is 60 days. Taiwanese 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 30 days. Taiwanese citizens must leave the country within the specified period.
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.