Sri Lanka Business Visa for Egyptians

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1. Egyptian passport valid for at least 6 months from date of arrival, with at least two blank pages
2. Clear, colour copy of the passport data page (uploaded to the ETA system)
3. Recent personal photo with a white background, 4.5×3.5 cm, sometimes requested digitally or when applying through the embassy
4. Official invitation letter from the Sri Lankan host company or organisation on its official letterhead, signed and stamped, stating the applicant's name, passport number, purpose and duration of the visit, and who bears the costs
5. Copy of the commercial register or company registration certificate of the Sri Lankan inviting company (if possible)
6. Letter from the employer in Egypt in English addressed to the Sri Lankan Embassy, stating the position, date of appointment, salary, purpose of the mission, that the company bears the expenses, and approval of leave
7. For business owners: recent commercial register (not older than 3 months) and tax card with certified English translation
8. Egyptian bank statement stamped by the bank for the last 6 months, preferably in English, showing a sufficient balance (at least USD 1,500–2,000 is recommended)
9. Confirmed or provisional round-trip flight booking
10. Confirmed hotel booking for the entire stay, or a letter from the host confirming accommodation
11. Travel medical insurance covering the duration of the stay (coverage of at least USD 30,000 is recommended, although not always mandatory)
12. Visit programme or schedule of meetings and exhibitions/conferences (if any)
13. Credit or debit card valid for international online payment of fees
14. Active email address and phone number for contact

1. Prepare the documents and review them with the agency, making sure the passport and invitation letter are valid
2. Apply online via the official Sri Lankan electronic visa system website www.eta.gov.lk and select the purpose: Business Purpose
3. Enter personal details, passport details, residential address in Sri Lanka and details of the inviting party, then upload the required documents
4. Pay the fees online with an international card and keep the application number
5. Track the application status on the website; the immigration department may request additional documents by email
6. Receive the ETA Approval by email and print it
7. If rejected or if online application is not possible: apply through the Sri Lankan Embassy in Cairo after contacting it in advance to set an appointment and submit original paper documents
8. Upon arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport (Colombo): present the passport, print the approval, return ticket, and proof of accommodation and financial means for the entry stamp