Do I need a visa for United Arab Emirates from Sri Lanka?
Electronic authorization required
Travelling to United Arab Emirates on a Sri Lanka passport, you need an e-visa, applied for online before you travel.
| Requirement | e-Visa |
|---|---|
| Permitted stay once admitted | Not specified |
Travelling to study, work, transit, or work remotely?
This page answers the short-stay, tourist question. Study, work, transit, or work remotely in United Arab Emirates is a separate question, with its own rules.
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All passports for United Arab Emirates·All destinations for a Sri Lanka passport
Data last verified: 2026-03-01
Not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change without notice and vary by circumstance - always confirm with the destination country’s embassy, consulate, or official government source before booking or traveling. Full disclaimer.