Sri Lanka: visa, travel warning and when to go

E-visa or visa on arrival

What do you need to enter Sri Lanka with an Israeli passport? E-visa or visa on arrival. Typical tourist stay: up to 30 days. This page covers the entry type, the Israeli NSC travel warning and the best months to visit.

Entering Sri Lanka with an Israeli passport

Entry type: E-visa or visa on arrival. You can get an e-visa in advance or a visa on arrival, depending on the point of entry.

Length of stay: up to 30 days (tourism, usually).

Travel warning

Israel's National Security Council (NSC) has a Level 2 travel warning (increased caution) for this country. Check the current situation before you book.

Best time to visit Sri Lanka

The most comfortable months for weather are January, February, March, April, December. This is based on general climate seasons only, not on prices, tourist season or security.

Practical info

General reference data. Check current conditions, especially exchange rates and entry requirements, before you travel.

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Sources: entry requirements from Wikipedia and Timatic; travel warnings from Israel's National Security Council. Before you travel, check with the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the destination's official website.

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FAQ

Do Israelis need a visa for Sri Lanka?

E-visa or visa on arrival. You can get an e-visa in advance or a visa on arrival, depending on the point of entry. Typical tourist stay: up to 30 days.

Is there an Israeli travel warning for Sri Lanka?

Israel's National Security Council (NSC) has a Level 2 travel warning (increased caution) for this country. Check the current situation before you book.

When is the best time to visit Sri Lanka?

The most comfortable months for weather are January, February, March, April, December. This is based on general climate seasons only, not on prices, tourist season or security.