Sri Lanka packs ancient cities, tea-covered highlands, tropical beaches and exceptional wildlife into a relatively compact island.
Use the section that matches your travel purpose and passport context.
Tourist & Leisure
Valid passport
Electronic Travel Authorization
Return/onward ticket
Accommodation/travel details
Sufficient funds
Sri Lanka requires foreign nationals, including Kenyan passport holders, to obtain the appropriate Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) before arrival unless specifically exempt. The official system provides ETA applications for both tourism and short business visits. (ETA Sri Lanka)
Business Travel
Valid passport
Business Electronic Travel Authorization
Return/onward ticket
Business/host details
Supporting business documentation
Passport Context
Sri Lanka requires foreign nationals, including Kenyan passport holders, to obtain the appropriate Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) before arrival unless specifically exempt. The official system provides ETA applications for both tourism and short business visits. (ETA Sri Lanka)
Requirements normally follow the passport used for travel. Confirm the application route for your nationality and Kenyan residence status.
Application Route
Online through the official Sri Lanka ETA portal. Applications may also be handled through Sri Lankan overseas missions in accordance with official procedures. (ETA Sri Lanka)
High Commission of Sri Lanka • Nairobi.
Sri Lanka's official guidance indicates overseas missions can issue qualifying ETA/short-visit authorizations within approximately 3 business days, although referred applications can take longer. (ETA Sri Lanka)
Visa requirements and processing times may change. Sunward Travel will confirm the applicable requirements at the time of application. A visa is issued at the sole discretion of the issuing country's immigration/consular authorities, and Sunward Travel does not guarantee a successful visa application for any applicant or nationality.
