Sri Lanka for citizens of Finland

🔑 How to enter to Sri Lanka from Finland

To enter Sri Lanka, Finnish citizens must follow some fairly simple steps. Please note that migration services have the right to request additional documents (return tickets, accommodation reservations and etc.).

1. Before traveling to Sri Lanka, check whether your Finnish passport is valid. Passport must be valid for 6 months after entering Sri Lanka and have at least 1 blank page for entry stamp.
2. Show your Finnish passport to the immigration officer upon arrival.
3. Getting a visa - an entry stamp in your Finnish passport. You are allowed to stay in Sri Lanka for 30 days.

✅ Requirements for Finnish citizens to visit Sri Lanka with tourist visa

• Finnish citizens should provide valid passport. Passport must be valid at the all time of entry to Sri Lanka. The passport must be a minimum of one blank page for the entry stamp.
• Medical insurance is recommended, as treatment of Finnish citizens on the territory of Sri Lanka is carried out on a commercial basis.

❓ FAQ

1. Do citizens of Finland require a visa to visit the Sri Lanka?

   Finnish citizens do not need a visa to visit the Sri Lanka.

2. How long Finnish citizens are allowed to stay in Sri Lanka without a visa?

   The maximum duration of stay in Sri Lanka for citizens of Finland for a visa-free stay is 30 days.

3. What happens if a Finnish passport holder stays in Sri Lanka longer than the visa-free period allowed?

   Overstaying visa-free entry to Sri Lanka is punishable by a fine, in case of serious violations a ban on entry to Sri Lanka is possible. It is essential to leave the country before your authorized stay expires or to extend your stay legally if needed.

4. Do citizens of Finland need to show proof of sufficient funds to enter Sri Lanka without a visa?

   Sri Lankan immigration authorities may ask for proof of sufficient funds or a return ticket when entering the country without a visa. It is advisable to have these documents with you when traveling.

5. What documents are required for Finnish citizens to enter Sri Lanka without a visa?

   Finnish citizens need a valid passport with at least six months validity, a return or onward ticket, and proof of sufficient funds to cover their stay in Sri Lanka.

6. Can Finnish work or study during the visa-free stay in Sri Lanka?

   The Sri Lanka visa-free stay is usually for tourism purposes only. For working or studying in Sri Lanka Finnish citizens usually requires a specific visa, and you should not engage in such activities on a tourist visa-free stay.