Sri Lanka Visa for Malaysian Citizens

Through the digital application platform of the Sri Lanka electronic travel authorization, foreign passport holders such as the citizens of Malaysia will be able to submit an application form and pay the eTA fees online which will allow them to obtain a Sri Lanka eTA for Malaysia nationals successfully.

The Sri Lanka electronic travel authorization application process offers a fast-track and efficient way to obtain a valid Visa or travelling permit to Sri Lanka which will enable them to fulfil different tourism, business or transit-related purposes in the country for a maximum period of thirty days.

Eligibility requirements to obtain an Sri Lanka eTA from Malaysia

To be eligible to obtain a Sri Lanka electronic travel authorization, the applicant should belong to a nation that is under the list of eTA eligible countries. Since Malaysia is an eligible country for a Sri Lanka eTA for Malaysian nationals, the passport holders of Malaysia can apply for an eTA online given that they are using a valid Malaysian passport for the purpose.

Activities allowed on Online Sri Lanka Visa

Tourism

The first purpose of travel for which an eTA can be obtained, which is also a famous type of eTA, is Tourism via a Tourist eTA. Different motives such Touring and sightseeing in Sri Lanka, Trying the local Sri Lankan cuisine, Visiting the Sacred temples and other religious/spiritual destinations, etc can be fulfilled in Sri Lanka with an eTA.

Business

The second most popular purpose of travel or type of eTA for Sri Lanka is the Business eTA which will allow travellers to fulfil various business-related motives in the country such as Attending business meetings and meet-ups, Taking part in social/religious events, Planning/attending contract negotiations, etc.

Transit

The last purpose of travel for which an e-Visa for Sri Lanka can be obtained online from Malaysia is transit purposes which can be fulfilled through a Transit eTA. With this in mind of eTA, the applicant will be permitted to stay in Sri Lanka for a maximum period of two days for transiting through Sri Lanka to travel to a third destination. Or stop in Sri Lanka for a layover which is not more than 48 hours.

Passport Requirements and Other Documentation Requirements

Firstly, to apply for a Sri Lanka eTA for Malaysia nationals, the applicants will have to be in possession of a valid Malaysian passport that is issued by the Government of Malaysia. This passport will be considered fully eligible if there is a minimum validity of 180 days from the date on which the traveller plans to land in Sri Lanka.

Additionally, the applicant should ensure that if they are dual citizens, they should use their Malaysian passport only to not only obtain an electronic travel authorization for Sri Lanka, but to take entrance in the country as well.

Other documents required to apply for a Sri Lanka eTA are as follows:

• Credit/debit card.
• Valid email address.
• Evidence of accommodation in Sri Lanka.

Travel Itinerary Details for your visit to Sri Lanka

On the Sri Lanka electronic travel authorization application form, the applicant will have to provide details about their travel itinerary or travel plans to Sri Lanka which include mentioning the following details:

• Purpose of visit to Sri Lanka. Based on the type of eTA obtained, the applicant can either choose tourism-related purposes, business-related purposes or transit-related purposes.
• The number of days for which an eTA is required. If the applicant is getting a Tourist eTA or Business eTA, this answer will be 30 days. And if it is a Transit electronic travel authorization, this answer will be 02 days.
• Port of departure.
• Flight itinerary, etc.

Application Procedure to Apply for a Sri Lanka eTA From Malaysia

To initiate the digital application procedure of a Sri Lanka eTA for Malaysia nationals, the applicants will have to follow these steps:

Fill the Sri Lanka eTA form

The first step towards getting an e-Visa for Sri Lanka from Malaysia is filling out the Sri Lanka eTA application form. This form can be simply filled out by entering various personal, passport, travel and contact-related details.

Paying The e-Visa Fees

The second step towards getting an e-Visa for Sri Lanka from Malaysia is paying the e-Visa fees. Using a valid credit/debit card, the applicant can make a secure online payment of the Sri Lanka electronic travel authorization. Once paid, receive a confirmation for the application.

Check Email For eTA Outcome

Once the application enters the processing phase after successful fee payment, it remains in that phase for approximately 02 to 03 business days. After that, the application's outcome will be provided in the email inbox. Here are the two possible application outcomes that the applicant can expect to receive:

Sri Lanka e-Visa Approval

If the Sri Lanka eTA for Malaysia nationals application is approved, the applicant will be sent an email addressing this approval. The email will contain the approved electronic travel authorization in a pdf format. Applicants are expected to print it out and carry it with them on their journey to the country.

Sri Lanka e-Visa Rejection

In some cases, the applicant may have to face a Sri Lanka eTA rejection. In those cases, these steps should be taken:

• Review the causes of rejection:- If an electronic travel authorization application for Sri Lanka is rejected, the applicant will be provided with the causes of rejection. Those causes should be thoroughly reviewed.
• Re-apply:- Once the applicant has learned the causes of the e-Visa rejection, they are suggested to re-apply for an eTA. This time, they should make sure that the previous mistakes aren't repeated in the new application.
• Apply via other application mediums:- Even after reapplying by keeping in mind past application mistakes, if the applicant is not able to get an e-Visa for Sri Lanka, they are suggested to use a different application method such as applying for a Sri Lanka Visa via the Embassy.

What Are The Top Souvenirs To Take Back Home From Sri Lanka?

• Gemstones and crystals:- Gemstones and crystals are some of the most captivating souvenirs to take back home. It is recommended to buy gemstone/crystal jewellery for loved ones back home.
• Ceylon tea:- Since Sri Lanka is the home to one of the most aromatic teas in the world which is the Ceylon tea, it is suggested that this tea should be gifted as a souvenir to all tea lovers back home!
• Spices:- The Sri Lankan local cuisine is pretty flavourful and delicious. And what makes it so flavourful? It is the spices used! Travellers are suggested to shop for exotic and flavourful spices in Sri Lanka that will spice up all kinds of dishes and cuisines back home!
• Wooden masks:- Sri Lanka is a pretty popular nation when it comes to wooden carvings and creating innovative items out of it. A famous wooden carving innovation is the wooden mask. These masks are readily available at many tourist spots in Sri Lanka.
• Sri Lankan sari:- Sari is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful attire in the world. Sri Lankan saris are even more elegant due to its mesmerising designs and eye-catching colour combinations. If you want to take back home a memorable gift for your loved ones, then a Sri Lankan sari is an ideal pick!

We hope that this informative post about a Sri Lanka eTA for Malaysia nationals was helpful and useful for all Malaysian applicants who are planning a successful trip to Sri Lanka.

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