Sri Lanka to India: Visa Requirements 2026

Entry Requirement — 2026
🇱🇰 Sri Lanka → 🇮🇳 India
e-Visa

Apply for an e-Visa before travel via the official portal.

Travelling from Sri Lanka to India requires an e-Visa obtained online before departure. Processing usually takes 1–5 business days — apply at least 2 weeks before travel. Both countries have a comparable cost of living (index ~22, NYC=100).

Sri Lanka Passport Strength

18 Visa-free
18 Visa on arrival
58 e-Visa
105 Visa required

Entry Details — India

Entry type
e-Visa
An electronic visa must be obtained online before travel.
Maximum stay
Stated on e-Visa
Per entry. Extension may be possible in-country.
Cost of living — India
21.6
Index vs NYC=100 · Full data →
Income tax — India
30%
Top marginal rate · All tax rates →
Digital nomad visa
Not available
No dedicated digital nomad visa programme.
Monthly budget (comfortable)
~$540/month
Estimated for a single expat · Budget tool →

Other Asia Destinations — Sri Lanka Passport

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Cost of Living & Tax Overview

India and Sri Lanka have a broadly similar cost of living (index 22 vs 26, NYC=100).
India cost of living guide →
Tax rates in India — income, corporate & VAT →

Frequently Asked Questions

Do Sri Lanka citizens need a visa to visit India?+

Sri Lanka passport holders currently have e-Visa access to India. An electronic visa must be obtained online before travel.

How long can Sri Lanka passport holders stay in India?+

The maximum stay is determined by the visa category granted at the India embassy. Single-entry visas typically allow 30–90 days; multi-entry visas vary.

Is there a digital nomad visa for India?+

Pas de nomad visa dédié. Long-stay visa standard disponible (90 jours, renouvelable hors Schengen). Revenu minimum non défini officiellement.

What is the cost of living in India?+

The cost of living index for India is 21.6 (NYC=100). See the entry details section for an estimated monthly expat budget. For detailed price breakdowns visit the full cost of living guide for India.

What documents are required for Sri Lanka citizens to enter India?+

A valid Sri Lanka passport is the minimum requirement. An e-Visa must be applied for online before departure.

Data source: Passport Index 2026 (github.com/imorte/passport-index-data, MIT). Visa requirements change without notice — always verify with the official embassy before travel. Last updated April 2026. Not legal or immigration advice.