How much does a 1-year resident visa for Sri Lanka cost?

The initial application costs 1,055 USD per person. This covers the Business ETA, our specialist's support, the medical check, the certificate and a one-year resident visa.

Do I have to attend the medical examination in Colombo in person?

Yes, after you arrive in Sri Lanka, you need to attend a medical examination in Colombo in person. The check-up is by appointment, which our visa specialist arranges in advance.

How long does it take to get the residence visa after the medical examination?

Once you receive your medical certificate, processing takes up to one working day. If the certificate is issued early in the morning, the visa can be processed the same day. Otherwise, it is completed the next working day.

Can I extend the residence visa for another year?

Yes, the residence visa can be extended for another 1 year for 800 $ per person. To do this, you need to arrive in Sri Lanka before your current visa expires.

Do I need a new Business ETA and another medical examination when extending?

According to our visa specialist, if you extend on time, you do not need to reapply for Business ETA or repeat the initial medical examination. You enter on your current residence visa.

Can I apply for the residence visa without going to Sri Lanka?

No. To complete the process, you must be in Sri Lanka in person, attend the medical examination in Colombo and submit your residence visa documents.

When is the best time to start the residence visa process?

It's best to get in touch with our travel advisor before your planned trip to Sri Lanka. Our visa specialist will check your details, help you apply for Business ETA and arrange the medical check-up in advance.

Resident Visa for Sri Lanka, 1 Year

Visa validity

1 year

Processing time

Up to 1 day

Support

Included

Arranging Business ETA, medical certificate and residence visa for Sri Lanka with support from our specialist at every stage.

Resident Visa for Sri Lanka, 1 Year — photo 1

How the residence visa process works

Key stages of the process

Get a 30-day Business ETA
Enter Sri Lanka on a valid business visa
Complete the medical exam in Colombo

Submit documents for the residence visa
Receive the 1-year visa, usually within one working day

Business ETA

Medical exam

Document submission

1-year visa

Support

To get a residence visa for Sri Lanka you first need to apply for a Business ETA and enter the country on it. After arrival, the applicant completes a medical exam in Colombo, receives a certificate and submits documents for a residence visa valid for 1 year.

Sri Lanka Residence Visa Fees

1-year residence visa		Price per person
Initial application	Business ETA Medical exam 1-year visa Support The fare includes: Business ETA — 80 $ · Medical exam and certificate — 75 $ · 1-year resident visa — 900 $	1 055 $

Initial application

Business ETA

Medical exam

1-year visa

Support

The fare includes:

Business ETA — 80 $ · Medical exam and certificate — 75 $ · 1-year resident visa — 900 $

1 055 $

Guest reviews about visa processing

Overall Rating

5.0

14 reviews

Vlad Megan

03.08.2026

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06.08.2026

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03.08.2026

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07.07.2026

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27.07.2026

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20.07.2026

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13.07.2026

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10.07.2026

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06.06.2026

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26.06.2026

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16.06.2026

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10.06.2026

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06.06.2026

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Important visa information

Business ETA

Before applying for a residence visa, you need to get a 30-day Business ETA and enter Sri Lanka on it.

Medical examination

After arrival, you must attend a medical examination in Colombo. Our team arranges the appointment.

Medical certificate

After the medical check, you receive a certificate needed to submit documents for the residence visa.

Processing time

Once you receive your medical certificate, the residence visa is processed within one working day.

Visa extension

You can extend the visa for another 1 year for 800 $. You must arrive in Sri Lanka before your current visa expires.

Send a request

You don't need to get a new Business ETA or repeat the initial medical check when you extend.

Chat with us

How to apply for a resident visa

Send your request

Chat with us and tell us your planned arrival date in Sri Lanka and the number of applicants. Our specialist will confirm the details and explain the next steps.

Apply for Business ETA

Our specialist will help you prepare and submit documents for a 30-day Business ETA. Once you receive it, you must enter Sri Lanka.

Get your resident visa

After arrival, complete the medical check in Colombo. Our specialist will arrange the appointment and help you submit documents for a 1-year resident visa.

What to check before you apply

Choose the right entry type

To start, you must get a Business ETA and enter Sri Lanka on a valid business visa.

Booking your medical check

The medical check is done in person in Colombo and by prior appointment. It's best to book the date before you travel.

Same-day visa processing

You can get the visa on the same day as your medical check if the certificate is ready early in the morning, but this is not guaranteed in every case.