Sri Lanka for citizens of Netherlands
Visa-free entry - Sri Lanka visa for Netherlands citizen in May of 2024
ℹ Dutch citizens do not require a visa to visit Sri Lanka. The duration of stay of passport holders of Netherlands on the territory of Sri Lanka is 30 days. Important! Electronic Travel Authorization can also be obtained on arrival. 30 days extendable to 6 months.
🔑 How to enter to Sri Lanka from Netherlands
To enter Sri Lanka, Dutch 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.).
- Before traveling to Sri Lanka, check whether your Dutch passport is valid. Passport must be valid for 6 months after entering Sri Lanka and have at least 1 blank page for entry stamp.
- Show your Dutch passport to the immigration officer upon arrival.
- Getting a visa - an entry stamp in your Dutch passport. You are allowed to stay in Sri Lanka for 30 days.
✅ Requirements for Dutch citizens to visit Sri Lanka with tourist visa
- Dutch 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 Dutch citizens on the territory of Sri Lanka is carried out on a commercial basis.
❓ FAQ
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Do citizens of Netherlands require a visa to visit the Sri Lanka?
Dutch citizens do not need a visa to visit the Sri Lanka.
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How long Dutch citizens are allowed to stay in Sri Lanka without a visa?
The maximum duration of stay in Sri Lanka for citizens of Netherlands for a visa-free stay is 30 days.
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What happens if a Dutch 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.
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Do citizens of Netherlands 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.
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What documents are required for Dutch citizens to enter Sri Lanka without a visa?
Dutch 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.
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Can Dutch 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 Dutch citizens usually requires a specific visa, and you should not engage in such activities on a tourist visa-free stay.