Sri Lanka Travel Restrictions
Traveller's COVID-19 vaccination status
Travelling from South Africa to Sri Lanka
Entry
Open for vaccinated visitors
COVID-19 testing
Not required
Quarantine
Not required for vaccinated visitors
Restaurants
Open with restrictions
Bars
Masks
Not required in public spaces, enclosed environments and public transportation.
COVID-19 testing
Quarantine
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FAQ
Can I travel to Sri Lanka from South Africa?
Most visitors from South Africa, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Sri Lanka.
Can I travel to Sri Lanka if I am vaccinated?
Fully vaccinated visitors from South Africa can enter Sri Lanka without restrictions.
Can I travel to Sri Lanka without being vaccinated?
Unvaccinated visitors from South Africa can enter Sri Lanka without restrictions.
Do I need a COVID test to enter Sri Lanka?
Visitors from South Africa are not required to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test or antigen result upon entering Sri Lanka.
Can I travel to Sri Lanka without quarantine?
Travellers from South Africa are not required to quarantine.
Do I need to wear a mask in Sri Lanka?
Mask usage in Sri Lanka is not required in public spaces, enclosed environments and public transportation.
Are the restaurants and bars open in Sri Lanka?
Restaurants in Sri Lanka are open with restrictions. Bars in Sri Lanka are .