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Sri Lanka embassy & consulates in Iran

Visa on arrival · 30 days$8,000/moSOS 125Updated Nov 9, 2026
Quick answer

Sri Lanka has no resident embassy or consulate in Iran on record. The nearest Sri Lanka mission is in Kuwait City, Kuwait, about 770 km away.

Entry rules for Sri Lanka passport holders → Iran:Visa on arrival· 30 days
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Sri Lanka missions in Iran

Sri Lanka has no resident embassy or consulate in Iran on record. The nearest Sri Lanka mission is in Kuwait City, Kuwait, about 770 km away.
EmbassyKuwait City

Embassy of Sri Lanka, Kuwait City

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Address
شارع عبد الله علي دشتي 52, الجابرية - قطعة 10, Kuwait City
Opening hours
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Entry rules for Sri Lanka passport holders

IranVisa on arrival· 30 days

Visa rules change often. Always confirm with the official embassy or government site before you travel. Source: Passport Index dataset (MIT), refreshed Nov 9, 2026.

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Document checklist: Sri Lanka → Iran

General guidance for a short trip. Requirements change, so confirm with the official sources linked below.

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months after your trip, with 2 blank pages.
  • You can stay up to 30 days without a visa.
  • Visa fee in cash (usually USD or EUR) for the visa on arrival.
  • Recent passport photos.
  • Return or onward ticket.
  • Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation).
  • Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements of the last 3–6 months).
  • Travel medical insurance for the whole stay.

Only use the official government portal. Many look-alike sites charge extra.

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Consular legalisation required
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No shared convention. Check local rules: a local licence or official translation may be required.
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Frequently asked questions

Is there an embassy of Sri Lanka in Iran?

No. Sri Lanka has no resident embassy or consulate in Iran on record. The nearest Sri Lanka mission is in Kuwait City, Kuwait, about 770 km away.

Do citizens of Sri Lanka need a visa for Iran?

Visa on arrival (30 days). Visa rules change often. Always confirm with the official embassy or government site before you travel.

What should I do if I lose my passport in Iran?

Report the loss to the local police (emergency: 125), then contact the Sri Lanka embassy or consulate in Iran for an emergency travel document. Bring ID copies and a police report.