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Entering Sri Lanka via Bandaranaike International (CMB)

Everything you need to clear immigration at Bandaranaike International in Colombo. The rule depends on your passport - pick it below for the exact verdict, then check what Sri Lanka requires before you fly.

Your passport

Before you fly to Sri Lanka

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The verdict is your passport's entry status for the destination country, from VisaChecker's dataset (last snapshot re-checked against government sources, with dated corrections on top). Transit rules for connecting without entering can differ - always confirm on the official portal before you fly.

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FAQ - Bandaranaike International

Do I need a visa to enter Sri Lanka at Bandaranaike International?

It depends on your nationality. Use the checker above: pick your passport to see whether entry to Sri Lanka is visa-free, visa on arrival, e-visa, eTA or visa-required - decoded from the current dataset with the official source.

Is there a visa on arrival at Bandaranaike International?

Visa on arrival is set by Sri Lanka per nationality, not by the airport. The checker above shows whether your passport gets visa on arrival for Sri Lanka.