Yes, USA passport holders need a valid visa to visit the Sri Lanka for tourism purposes. You must be outside Sri Lanka when you apply for the tourist visa. Also, you cannot work in Sri Lanka with the tourist visa. 

American Citizens can apply for an e-visa prior to their visit, which is a convenient and efficient way to obtain the necessary travel authorisation without visiting an embassy or consulate.

1. Passport: A scanned copy of your passport, valid for at least 6 months from your arrival date in Sri Lanka. Ensure that your passport also has at least one blank page. 
   

2. Photograph: A recent passport-size coloured photograph meeting the Sri Lanka visa photo requirements.

Here’s a step-by-step guide applying for a Sri Lanka visa from USA: 

1. Step 1: Create an account on the official e-visa website or an authorised visa platform. 

2. Step 2: Login and start entering your requested accurate personal and travel details

3. Step 3: Upload digital copies of your passport and photo.

4. Step 4: Upload necessary travel documents if requested

5. Step 5: Review and pay the Sri Lanka visa fee as directed.

6. Step 6: Once approved, receive your Sri Lanka e-visa via mail.

Once approved, the Sri Lanka e-visa will be sent to you via email. Please ensure you have a printout with you when travelling to USA.

Common reasons for Sri Lanka visa rejections include incomplete or inaccurate documentation, lack of proof of strong ties to your home country and insufficient financial proof.

Yes, you can reapply for a Sri Lanka visa after rejection.

At Atlys, your documents are encrypted multiple times and are inaccessible to anyone else. We do not sell your data to third parties.

Here are eligibility criteria for Sri Lanka visa for American Citizens:

• You should be living outside Sri Lanka.

• Must have a valid passport (valid for at least 6 months).

• Foreigners who entry Sri Lanka must comply with the country Immigration and Law requirements.

• You shouldn’t be on the list of people temporarily banned from entering Sri Lanka.

Yes, It is easy to get the Sri Lanka visa for American Citizens but it's important to ensure that the accurate information is provided during the visa application process and you chose the right visa to cover your travels.

No, entering the Sri Lanka the exact date is not mandatory. You can enter Sri Lanka on any date between the arrival date and exit date stated on your e-visa. Please note that earlier entries are also not allowed.

Here are a few points you can keep in mind to ensure that your Sri Lanka visa application is approved:

1. Provide the accurate information in the visa application. Personal details like name, date of birth etc; provided must match the details present in the passport 

2. Ensure your passport is valid for at least six months and have sufficient blank pages.

3. It is important to submit recent passport-sized photographs that meets the Sri Lanka visa requirements

Yes, you can apply for Sri Lanka e-visas for your family or group members in a single application session on Atlys. Atlys streamlines the process and allows you to manage all visa applications simultaneously. However, each member’s details, including passport information and photographs, must be provided during the application process.

Here's how to apply for a Sri Lanka tourist visa online through Atlys:

1. Visit Atlys: Start your Sri Lanka visa application on Atlys. 

2. Upload documents: Take a selfie for the photo and click a picture of passport or upload the photograph and passport copy from the device storage. 

3. Provide details: Enter your requested personal and passport details. 

4. Review and pay: Review your visa application, check out, and pay the applicable Sri Lanka visa fees. 

5. Get your visa: While you await your visa approval, you can actively track its status on the Atlys app. Upon approval, Atlys will notify you via email with your Sri Lanka visa attached. Remember to print the e-visa to carry while entering the country.

You can check your Sri Lanka visa status here. If your country is not present here, then you can directly check on the Sri Lanka official visa website.