UAE visa for Sri Lankan citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Sri Lankan passport holders visiting United Arab Emirates for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Sri Lankan citizens to enter United Arab Emirates for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | United Arab Emirates e-visa for Sri Lankan citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | United Arab Emirates visa on arrival for Sri Lankan citizens | Not Available | |
United Arab Emirates tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Sri Lankan passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in United Arab Emirates.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from United Arab Emirates.
If you are looking for United Arab Emirates visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Sri Lanka, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of United Arab Emirates nearest your place of residence.
- Colombo: The Embassy of United Arab Emirates in Colombo, Sri Lanka (Working hours: Close now)
United Arab Emirates visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest United Arab Emirates diplomatic mission offices to Sri Lanka for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Sri Lanka traveling to United Arab Emirates from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Sri Lanka) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 32,464 | N/A |
| 2015 | 34,944 | 7.64% |
| 2016 | 37,934 | 8.56% |
| 2017 | 40,788 | 7.52% |
| 2018 | 42,572 | 4.37% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
United Arab Emirates & Sri Lanka comparison
United Arab Emirates's area is approximately 83,600 km2 (32,278 sq mi), while the area of Sri Lanka is approximately 62,710 km2 (24,212 sq mi). This means Sri Lanka is 33.31% smaller than United Arab Emirates.
As of April 2024, United Arab Emirates's population is ~10.4 million people - 11,395,982 fewer people than the population of Sri Lanka.
We have highlighted United Arab Emirates & Sri Lanka’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| United Arab Emirates | Sri Lanka | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 10,377,009 | 21,772,991 | 11.4 million fewer people live in United Arab Emirates than Sri Lanka |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 101 | 67 | United Arab Emirates has 34 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Sri Lanka. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 128 | 16 | United Arab Emirates passport holders can visit 112 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 127 | 61 | UAE hosts 66 more foreign missions than Sri Lanka. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Sri Lanka travel to United Arab Emirates in one year?
The number of visitors from Sri Lanka visiting United Arab Emirates in 2018 was approximately 42,572.
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