Sri Lanka Visa for Malaysian citizens (2026)
If you are travelling on a Malaysia passport, Sri Lanka is reachable with an online eVisa instead of an embassy appointment. Malaysian travellers can complete the whole Sri Lanka application from home and receive the approval by email.
Online eVisa
Available
Government fee
range from US$30.00 to US$85.00, depending on the visa type
Processing
3 working days
Permitted stay
30 days or 2 days
Can Malaysian citizens get a Sri Lanka eVisa?
Sri Lanka grants online eligibility to Malaysian citizens across 3 visa options such as Tourist Evisa (Double Entries), Business Evisa (Multiple Entries for 30 days), Transit Evisa (Single Entry for 48 hours). Sri Lanka currently supports Double Entries or Multiple Entries or Single Entry, with a permitted stay of 30 days or 2 days. Government fees range from US$30.00 to US$85.00, depending on the visa type. Standard processing is typically 3 working days, with faster options around 5 hours.
Sri Lanka visa options for Malaysian citizens
Double Entries
Duration
30 days
Processing
3 working days
Validity
180 days
Gov. fee
$80.00
Multiple Entries for 30 days
Duration
30 days
Processing
3 working days
Validity
180 days
Gov. fee
$85.00
Documents and tips for Malaysian travellers
Malaysian passports usually need at least six months of validity beyond travel; check this early to avoid denied boarding. Fees are in US dollars; Malaysian applicants should confirm international/USD payments are enabled on their card. The most common avoidable mistake for Malaysian citizens: travelling with under six months of passport validity, a frequent reason Malaysian travellers are turned away at the gate.
- Enter your name and passport number exactly as printed in your Malaysian passport.
- Keep return-ticket and accommodation evidence ready for boarding and arrival checks.
- Apply ahead of peak holiday travel when processing demand increases.
Sri Lanka visa FAQ for Malaysian citizens
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Next steps
Visa rules can change. Confirm details with official Sri Lanka immigration authorities close to your travel date.
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