Sri Lanka
An ETA is required before arrival, including when it is free for French nationals.
An ETA is required before arrival, including when it is free for French nationals.
Before you book
This block covers the standard case stated above. If your situation differs, open the consular source directly.
Passport valid for at least 6 months after entry, return ticket and proof of funds.
An ETA is required before arrival, including when it is free for French nationals.
Initial tourist permission for 30 days.
Vaccines and health
Recommendations depend on age, health, stopovers, regions and season.
- Assess hepatitis A/B, typhoid and rabies according to trip length, food exposure and areas visited.
- Review Japanese encephalitis or malaria protection for relevant rural stays.
- Use strong mosquito protection and seek medical advice for fever after returning.
Driving locally
An international driving permit is a translation: it never replaces your valid French licence.
A local authorisation or endorsement is required; a French or international permit alone is not sufficient.
Service-Public · international permit ↗Documents to prepare
- Required identity document and a separate copy
- Authorisation, visa or QR code available offline
- Return ticket and first accommodation address
- Medical insurance and assistance number
- Prescriptions and medicines in original packaging
- French licence and any required supporting permit
What can change the answer
Frequently asked questions
Is a visa or authorisation required?
An ETA is required before arrival, including when it is free for French nationals.
Which vaccines should I consider?
In addition to routine vaccines, hepatitis A and itinerary-specific protection often need discussion with a travel medicine professional.
Is a French driving licence sufficient?
A local authorisation or endorsement is required; a French or international permit alone is not sufficient.
When should this information be checked again?
Check once before any non-refundable purchase, then again 48 to 72 hours before departure. The destination authorities and carrier retain the final say.