All tourists can apply for a 30-day visa under the previous ETA system. The process is the same as before and you can access the website at: https://www.eta.gov.lk/slvisa/

The fees are as follows:

• The Visa Fee is US$50 for all countries except the following: China, India, Indonesia, Russia, Thailand, Malaysia, and Japan Nationals have a Free Visa and can apply on the ETA system or Visa on Arrival.
• Singapore, Maldives, Seychelles, The Czech Republic – Following Nationals will not require a Visa.
• For SAARC countries, the VISA will cost US$20 (Excluding India which is Free).
• For Children below 12 Years, the Visa is Free.
• Visitors from Cameroon, Nigeria, Ivory Coast, and Ghana who intend to apply for ETA may apply through Sri Lankan Sponsor for their ETA from the Head office of the Department of Immigration & Emigration, Sri Lanka.