• Where is Sri Lanka situated ?
• Why is Sri Lanka so special ?
• Who can enter the Airport ?
• Do we need visas ?
• Are Credit Card and Debit cards accepted ?
• Do we need vaccination ?
• What are the customs formalities ?
• What are the entrance permits required ?
• What language to use ?
• How about International Direct Dial (IDD) facilities ?
• What are the prohibited items to export / import ?
• What is the currency used In Sri Lanka ?
• What is the standard voltage used In Sri Lanka ?
• What is the best season for beaches ?
• What to buy in Sri Lanka ?

Where is Sri Lanka situated ?

Sri Lanka is an island in South Asia located about 32 Km off the southern cost of India. 880 km North of the equator in the Indian Ocean. 12 hours flying time from Europe.

Only the embarking passengers are permitted.

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Do we need visas ?

Please refer hoe to get visa section (How to get Visa).

Are Credit Card and Debit cards accepted ?

Yes! Many Hotels, restaurants and shops accept major credit cards. Debit cards are not accepted in shops but you can withdraw money from Debit cards with the logos of Cirrus, Maestro and Visa Electron.

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What time do the banks close?

All Banks are open from 09:00 hrs to 13:00 hrs Monday to Friday. Some city banks are open till 15:00 hrs and some banks have the night banking facility.Banks are closed on Saturdays, Sundays, on public and special bank holidays.

Do we need vaccination ?

No

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What are the customs formalities ?

You are required to take back cameras and photographic equipments you have declared on arrival. Although the custom check is oral random examinations of baggage’s can happen.

What are the entrance permits required ?

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How about International Direct Dial (IDD) facilities ?

IDD facility is readily available through the hotels and restaurants. IDD facility is available in roadside public payphones.

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What is the currency used In Sri Lanka ?

Sri Lanka uses a decimal currency system. It is called Sri Lanka rupee. You can obtain the notes of Rs. 10/-, Rs. 20/-, Rs. 50/-, Rs. 100/-, Rs. 200/-, Rs. 500/-, Rs. 1000/-, Rs. 2000/- and coins of 10 rupee,5 rupee, 1 rupee,50 cents, 25 cents, 10 cents & 5 cents as well.

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What is the standard voltage used In Sri Lanka ?

230-240 volts. 50 cycles A.C

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What is the best season for beaches ?

November to April South West, and May to October North West

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What to buy in Sri Lanka ?

Tea, Semi precious & precious stones, spices are the most famous. But tourist can buy verity of handcrafts, hand looms, readymade garments Etc...

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