Dubai (UAE) Tourist Visa for Sri Lankans

Quick answer

UAE visas are available for Sri Lankan citizens. Aged 40 and above: regular Dubai visa (30 or 60 days). Under 40: Abu Dhabi visa (30 or 60 days), which avoids the higher Dubai rejection rate. Only a passport copy and a photo are needed, and processing takes 2–3 working days. EEC Travels coordinates through official UAE sponsors; the UAE authorities issue the visa.

Age 40 and above

Regular Dubai tourist visa — 30 or 60 days. Lower rejection rate for this age group.

Under 40 years

Abu Dhabi tourist visa — 30 or 60 days. Enter and travel anywhere in the UAE, including Dubai.

Documents you need

  • Sri Lankan passport copy (valid at least 6 months)
  • Photo on a white background

Processing time: 2–3 working days (estimate)

Apply in 4 steps

  1. 1. Tell us your age

    40+ → Dubai visa. Under 40 → Abu Dhabi visa. Choose 30 or 60 days.

  2. 2. Send documents

    Passport copy and a white-background photo on WhatsApp.

  3. 3. Confirm & pay

    We confirm the price and visa type before you pay.

  4. 4. Receive your visa

    Visa sent by email, usually in 2–3 working days.

Apply from anywhere in Sri Lanka

ColomboNegomboGampahaKandyGalleMataraJaffnaKurunegalaKalutaraBatticaloaTrincomaleeAnuradhapuraRatnapuraBadullaNuwara EliyaVavuniyaPuttalamChilaw

Sri Lankans in the UAE

Visiting family or need a new visa? We help Sri Lankans across all seven emirates:

Dubai: Deira, Bur Dubai, Al Karama, Satwa, Al Qusais, Al Nahda, International City, Al Quoz, Jebel Ali, JLT

Sharjah: Rolla, Al Nahda, Al Majaz, Al Taawun, Muwaileh, Industrial Area

Abu Dhabi: Hamdan Street, Electra, Mussafah, Khalifa City, Al Reem

Northern Emirates & Al Ain: Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah, Umm Al Quwain, Fujairah, Al Ain

Sri Lankan diaspora worldwide

Qatar (Doha)Saudi Arabia (Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam)KuwaitOman (Muscat)BahrainMaldivesItaly (Milan, Rome, Naples)United Kingdom (London)Australia (Melbourne, Sydney)Canada (Toronto)South KoreaJapanIsraelCyprus

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Frequently asked questions

Is the UAE visa available for Sri Lankan citizens?

Yes. Sri Lankan passport holders can apply online for a 30-day or 60-day UAE tourist visa through EEC Travels. The visa is issued by the UAE authorities through official sponsors.

Can Sri Lankans under 40 get a Dubai visa?

Dubai visa applications for Sri Lankans under 40 are rejected more often. For applicants under 40 we recommend an Abu Dhabi tourist visa (30 or 60 days), which can be used to enter and travel across the UAE, including Dubai.

Which visa is best for Sri Lankans aged 40 and above?

Applicants aged 40 and above can apply for a regular Dubai tourist visa for 30 or 60 days, which usually has a lower rejection rate for this age group.

What documents do Sri Lankans need for a UAE visa?

Only a clear passport copy (valid at least 6 months) and a photo on a white background.

How long does a UAE visa take for Sri Lankans?

Normal processing is 2–3 working days after complete documents. This is an estimate; final timing and approval depend on the UAE authorities.

Can I apply from Dubai, Sharjah, Qatar or Italy?

Yes. The process is fully online and supported 24/7 on WhatsApp, so Sri Lankans can apply from Sri Lanka, inside the UAE or from any other country.

Does EEC Travels issue UAE visas?

No. EEC Travels is a service provider that coordinates applications through official sponsors. Approval decisions are made only by the UAE authorities.

EEC Travels is a private service provider and does not issue visas. Applications are coordinated through official sponsors; UAE authorities make all decisions.