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Best for Digital NomadsBest for RetireesBest Golden VisasBest for StudentsBest Work VisasAll rankings →United Kingdom citizens are required to obtain a Sri Lanka Residence Visa — Long-Stay Residency (2 years, renewable) before travelling to Sri Lanka. You must submit a formal application at the Sri Lanka embassy, consulate, or a designated visa application centre in your country. Apply well in advance of your planned travel date.
To apply for a Sri Lanka Residence Visa — Long-Stay Residency (2 years, renewable), book an appointment at the nearest Sri Lanka embassy or visa application centre in your country. Submit the required documents in person or via a designated courier service. Processing takes approximately 45 days. The government fee is USD 50.00. Plan well ahead of your intended travel date to allow time for processing and any additional document requests from the consulate. Always verify current requirements with the Sri Lanka embassy or official government website before booking travel.
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United Kingdom citizens require a visa to enter Sri Lanka based on the current immigration requirements set by Sri Lanka's government. United Kingdom passport holders must apply through the Sri Lanka embassy, consulate, or a designated visa application centre before travelling. Requirements are subject to change, so always verify at the official government portal.
Requirements last reviewed: June 2026 · Source: official government portal
| Sri Lanka Residence Visa application fee (Department of Immigration schedule; investment costs are separate) | USD 50.00 |
Fees are in USD and subject to change. Verify at the official government website.
Source: Dept Immigration LK ↗Times are estimates. Apply well in advance of travel.
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