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- Sri Lankan citizens currently enjoy visa‑free or visa on arrival access to about 42 countries and territories Reddit+15Ada Derana+15travelwire.lk+15.
🟢 Visa‑Free Destinations
Sri Lankan passport holders can enter these destinations without a visa, typically for stays of up to 30–90 days depending on local rules Visa GuideCanopy Hut (Pvt) Ltd:
- Asia: Singapore (30 days), Tajikistan (30 days), Thailand (60 days) (Thailand visa‑free applies to ordinary passports as of early 2025) Visa Guide+1Canopy Hut (Pvt) Ltd+1.
- Africa: Gambia, Kenya, Lesotho, Malawi, Rwanda, Seychelles.
- Oceania: Cook Islands, Kiribati, Micronesia, Niue, Samoa, Vanuatu.
- Americas: Bahamas, Barbados, British Virgin Islands, Dominica, Grenada, Haiti, Montserrat, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Venezuela.
🛬 Visa‑on‑Arrival Destinations
You can obtain a visa on arrival in these countries, typically issued at airport or border entry Embassies.net+10Canopy Hut (Pvt) Ltd+10Visa Guide+10:
- Asia: Maldives (30 days), Cambodia (30 days), Laos (30 days), Nepal (90 days).
- Africa: Burundi, Cape Verde, Comoros, Guinea‑Bissau, Madagascar, Mauritania, Mauritius, Sierra Leone, Somalia, Tanzania, Togo, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe.
- Oceania: Palau, Timor‑Leste (East Timor), Tuvalu.
- Americas: Bolivia.
Visalist lists 13 VOA destinations with durations—mostly aligns with above travelwire.lkCanopy Hut (Pvt) Ltd+1Visa Guide+1Wikipedia+11Visalist+11Visalogy+11.
📝 eVisa / Electronic Authorization
Sri Lankan citizens may apply online for an eVisa or eTA to many countries, including:
- Asia: India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, Iran, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Vietnam, Azerbaijan, Bhutan, Qatar, Suriname, Papua New Guinea.
- Africa: Djibouti, Ethiopia, Gabon, Guinea, Mozambique, Nigeria, São Tomé & Príncipe, South Sudan, Togo, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe, and more lankanewspapers.com+11Visa and Embassy+11Visa Guide+11Visa Guide+1Canopy Hut (Pvt) Ltd+1.
📰 Noteworthy Updates
- As of February–July 2025, Sri Lanka is ranked around 91st globally in the Henley Passport Index, with access to ~42 visa‑free/V‑on‑arrival destinations Wikipedia+4Ada Derana+4lankanewspapers.com+4.
- Thailand now grants visa‑free travel to Sri Lankan ordinary passport holders for up to 60 days, implemented in 2025 travelwire.lk+2doyouneedvisa.com+2Canopy Hut (Pvt) Ltd+2.
- Malaysia is in discussion to offer visa‑free access for Sri Lankan ordinary passport holders, but currently only diplomatic/official passports may benefit (as of July 2025) Reddit.
📋 Summary Table
| Entry Type | Destinations (examples) |
|---|---|
| Visa‑Free (no visa) | Singapore, Thailand, Tajikistan; Bahamas, Barbados, Dominica; Gambia, Malawi, Rwanda; Vanuatu, Micronesia, Niue, etc. |
| Visa‑on‑Arrival | Maldives, Cambodia, Laos, Nepal; African states like Madagascar, Mauritius, Comoros; Bolivia, Palau, Tuvalu, etc. |
| eVisa / eTA Required | India, Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam; many African and Asian countries offer eVisa |
✅ What You Should Do
- Always double‑check with the official embassy or immigration authority of your destination before travel, as visa policies can change rapidly.
- Note that some listings include eVisa or VOA only under special conditions (e.g. holding valid GCC residency)—verify your eligibility Wikipedia+15Visalogy+15Embassies.net+15Reddit+5Canopy Hut (Pvt) Ltd+5Reddit+5.
- Plan ahead with valid passport, return tickets, proof of funds, and any mandated supporting documents (e.g. invitation letters, accommodation bookings).
If you’re thinking of a specific destination, feel free to ask—I can check entry rules or any updates per-country!