Sri Lanka will implement a six-month program that grants free tourist visas to passport holders from 39 chosen nations.
On July 21, 2025, the Cabinet approved the initiative.
Full list 6-month free visa program for 39 countries
| Australia | Austria |
| Bahrain | Belarus |
| Belgium | Canada |
| China | Czech Republic |
| Denmark | Finland |
| France | Germany |
| India | Indonesia |
| Iran | Israel |
| Italy | Japan |
| Kazakhstan | Kuwait |
| Malaysia | Nepal |
| Netherlands | New Zealand |
| Norway | Oman |
| Pakistan | Poland |
| Qatar | Russia |
| Saudi Arabia | South Korea |
| Spain | Sweden |
| Switzerland | Thailand |
| Turkey | UAE |
| United Kingdom | United States |
The Immigration and Emigration Act will be used to bring draft regulations for the free visas to Parliament.
The Minister of Public Security and Parliamentary Affairs proposed the idea, which the Cabinet approved.
The government wants to improve Sri Lanka’s standing as a top travel destination and grow the tourism sector.
During a press conference, Cabinet Spokesman Minister Nalinda Jayatissa revealed the chosen nations.