Guinea-Bissau → Sri Lanka
Guinea-Bissau 
Sri LankaSri Lanka visa requirements for Guinea-Bissau citizens (2026)
eTA / ETA required. Guinea-Bissau passport holders do not need a full visa for Sri Lanka, but must get an electronic travel authorization (ETA) online before travelling. An Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) is required before arrival; the standard ETA fee applies to this nationality.
- Total price
- From $60
- per traveler, all-in
- Estimated processing
- Usually within about 24 hours
Visa and Trips is a private service, not a government agency. Price includes government fee and our service fee.
VTBy the Visa and Trips editorial teamLast updated
Sri Lanka ETA requirements for Guinea-Bissau citizens
- Requirement
- eTA / ETA required
- Allowed stay
- Per visa terms
- Processing
- Usually within about 24 hours
Documents needed
- Passport valid 6+ months (the ETA is linked to this passport)
- Email address and a payment card
- Travel dates and first address
- Sometimes a digital photo or a passport data-page scan
How Guinea-Bissau citizens apply for the Sri Lanka ETA
- Apply online before you book or at least a few days before you fly.
- Enter passport details exactly as printed, typos are the #1 reason for problems.
- Pay the fee and wait for approval by email.
- Travel with the same passport you applied with.
Recent rule changes for Sri Lanka
- 2026-05-25: Free 30-day double-entry ETA for nationals of 40 countries; the ETA remains mandatory for everyone.
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 Guinea-Bissau passport gets visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 47 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 Guinea-Bissau citizens need a visa for Sri Lanka?
Guinea-Bissau passport holders do not need a full visa for Sri Lanka, but must get an electronic travel authorization (ETA) online before travelling. An Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) is required before arrival; the standard ETA fee applies to this nationality.
What documents do Guinea-Bissau passport holders need for Sri Lanka?
Passport valid 6+ months (the ETA is linked to this passport); Email address and a payment card; Travel dates and first address; Sometimes a digital photo or a passport data-page scan.
How long does the Sri Lanka ETA take for Guinea-Bissau passport holders?
Usually within about 24 hours. Apply well ahead of your trip. Rush processing is available with Visa and Trips.
How much does a Sri Lanka ETA cost with Visa and Trips?
From $60 per traveler, all-in. One total that includes the government fee and our service fee; the exact total is confirmed after we check your details, before you pay.
How do I apply for the Sri Lanka ETA with Visa and Trips?
Tap “Apply now”, enter your trip and passport details and upload your documents. A Visa and Trips specialist checks everything, files your application, emails you a confirmation with the estimated processing time and sends your ETA as soon as it is issued. You can follow your order on the tracking page.