Do Nigerian citizens need a visa for Sri Lanka?
The official link goes to eta.gov.lk. NUM isn’t a government agency or a visa service. Rules change, so confirm on the official site before you pay or travel.
Sri Lanka entry rules for Nigerian citizens.
| Verdict | Visa needed before you fly |
|---|---|
| Document | Sponsor-based visa (ETA) approved at the Department of Immigration & Emigration head office |
| Stay | Per approval |
| When to apply | Apply well in advance through a Sri Lankan sponsor |
| Checked | Verified on an official page · 2026-10-11 |
The rest of the trip for a Nigerian passport, from the arrival form to customs and travelling with children: Sri Lanka entry requirements.
The details for a Nigerian passport.
Nigerian nationals must apply through a Sri Lankan sponsor at the DIE head office in Battaramulla with a Sri Lankan sponsor's request letter, the sponsor's affidavit (signed before a JP or lawyer), a certified copy of the sponsor's ID/passport, your passport copy and proof of accommodation, plus a police clearance report (ETA portal Alert 02; the same rule covers Cameroon, Côte d'Ivoire, Ghana and Afghanistan).
How long it must be valid.
At least 6 months after arrival (FCDO); the US State Dept says 6 months beyond departure, so allow 6 months past your planned exit.
Recent changes in Sri Lanka.
- 2025-10-30 — Department of Immigration revoked its 13 Oct 2025 announcement that a pre-travel ETA would be mandatory for short-stay tourist and business visitors from 15 Oct 2025. ETA and on-arrival procedures continue as before.
- 2026-05-25 — Free 30-day tourist ETA (double entry) for nationals of 40 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, UK and USA. An ETA is still required; fees paid before 25 May 2026 are not refunded.
The short answers.
Do Nigerian citizens need a visa for Sri Lanka?
Yes. Nigerian citizens need a visa from an embassy or visa centre before travelling to Sri Lanka.
How long can Nigerian citizens stay in Sri Lanka?
Per approval. Longer stays need a different visa.
When should Nigerian citizens apply?
Apply well in advance through a Sri Lankan sponsor.
Where do Nigerian citizens apply?
On the official site, eta.gov.lk. NUM links it and never charges for the link.
Does NUM issue Sri Lanka visas?
No. Only the government issues them. NUM explains the rule for your passport, links the official site, and can file the form for you where its desk covers it.