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Do citizens of Yemen need a visa for Sri Lanka?

Visa on arrival· 30 days

No visa is needed in advance. Yemen passport holders get a visa on arrival in Sri Lanka. The stay is limited to 30 days.

Entry rule
Visa on arrival
Length of stay
30 days
Where to get it
At the border, on arrival
Last checked
Nov 9, 2026
Document checklist

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.

Document checklist: Yemen → Sri Lanka

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.

Sri Lanka missions in Yemen

Sri Lanka has no resident embassy or consulate in Yemen on record. The nearest Sri Lanka mission is in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, about 1,330 km away.

Yemen missions in Sri Lanka

Yemen has no resident embassy or consulate in Sri Lanka on record.

Yemen embassy & consulates in Sri Lanka

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Frequently asked questions

Do citizens of Yemen need a visa for Sri Lanka?

No visa is needed in advance. Yemen passport holders get a visa on arrival in Sri Lanka. The stay is limited to 30 days. Visa rules change often. Always confirm with the official embassy or government site before you travel.

How long can citizens of Yemen stay in Sri Lanka?

Up to 30 days per visit.

Is there an embassy of Sri Lanka in Yemen?

No. Sri Lanka has no resident embassy or consulate in Yemen on record. The nearest Sri Lanka mission is in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, about 1,330 km away.