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Sri LankaSri Lanka visa requirements for Côte d'Ivoire citizens (2026)
Embassy visa required. Yes. Côte d'Ivoire passport holders need a visa for Sri Lanka that must be issued before travel, usually with an embassy or visa-center appointment. Usually within about 24 hours. Applications for this nationality go through a Sri Lankan sponsor at the Department of Immigration & Emigration head office.
Embassy visa required. Apply in person at the embassy, consulate or official visa center.
VTBy the Visa and Trips editorial teamLast updated
Sri Lanka visa requirements for Côte d'Ivoire citizens
- Requirement
- Embassy visa required
- Allowed stay
- Set by the embassy on your visa
- Embassy processing
- Usually within about 24 hours
Documents needed
- Completed visa application form
- Passport valid 6+ months with 2 blank pages (plus old passports)
- 2 recent passport photos to the embassy’s spec
- Bank statements (often the last 3–6 months)
- Employment / leave letter or business / study proof
- Hotel bookings and a flight reservation
- Travel medical insurance where required
- Appointment confirmation and biometrics (fingerprints)
How Côte d'Ivoire citizens apply for the Sri Lanka visa
- Choose the right visa category (tourist / visitor).
- Book an appointment at the embassy or official visa center.
- Gather documents: forms, photos, bank statements, bookings, insurance.
- Attend the appointment, give biometrics and pay the fee.
- Track the application and collect your passport.
Easier alternatives for Côte d'Ivoire passport holders
Popular destinations with simpler entry for the Côte d'Ivoire passport than Sri Lanka, easiest first. Only rules we have verified against an official source are listed.
| Destination | Requirement | Stay |
|---|---|---|
| Thailand | e-Visa required | Per visa terms |
Sri Lanka at a glance for travellers
- 193 of 198 passports can enter Sri Lanka without a visa (visa-free, visa on arrival or an ETA).
- The Côte d'Ivoire passport gets visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 52 destinations in our dataset.
Sources and last checked
| What | Official source | Checked |
|---|---|---|
| Requirement & allowed stay | Sri Lanka ETA portal: Alert 01 (effective 25.05.2026) | 23 Oct 2026 |
| Fees, processing & entry formalities | Dept of Immigration: free visas for 40 countries | 23 Oct 2026 |
| Independent official overview | UK FCDO, Sri Lanka entry requirements | 22 Oct 2026 |
The Visa and Trips editorial team checks these sources every week. See our editorial and verification policy.
Frequently asked questions
Do Côte d'Ivoire citizens need a visa for Sri Lanka?
Yes. Côte d'Ivoire passport holders need a visa for Sri Lanka that must be issued before travel, usually with an embassy or visa-center appointment. Usually within about 24 hours. Applications for this nationality go through a Sri Lankan sponsor at the Department of Immigration & Emigration head office.
What documents do Côte d'Ivoire passport holders need for Sri Lanka?
Completed visa application form; Passport valid 6+ months with 2 blank pages (plus old passports); 2 recent passport photos to the embassy’s spec; Bank statements (often the last 3–6 months); Employment / leave letter or business / study proof; Hotel bookings and a flight reservation; Travel medical insurance where required; Appointment confirmation and biometrics (fingerprints).
Where do Côte d'Ivoire passport holders apply for a Sri Lanka visa?
At the embassy, consulate or official visa center of Sri Lanka that serves your place of residence, usually in person with an appointment and biometrics.
How long does a Sri Lanka visa take for Côte d'Ivoire passport holders?
Usually within about 24 hours. Appointment availability varies, so start several weeks before your trip.