Do I need a visa for Sri Lanka?
What am I allowed to export from Sri Lanka?
What legal problems might I face in Sri Lanka as a foreigner?
What do I need to know about driving in Sri Lanka?
What am I allowed to take with me to Sri Lanka?
You’re not allowed to take to Sri Lanka narcotics, psychotropic substances, precursor drugs, pornographic and pro-religious literature, as well as cigarettes.
The following items are restricted in entry to Sri Lanka and must be declared to the customs service at the airport:
- gold, jewellery, gems and other precious metals;
- liquor and wines;
- cosmetics, medicinal drugs and devices;
- telecommunication equipment;
- foreign currencies more than 15000 USD or equivalent. If you intend to take back 5000 USD or more, please declare the entire amount;
- 20000 LKR, only for Srilankan citizens;
- animals (must have a rabies certificate), plants (including specimens) and their parts;
- firearms, ammunition, air guns and explosives;
- any other items which require special permits or licenses.
All non-Sri Lankan residents are allowed to take the following:
- 1.5 liters of spirits and 2 bottles of wine;
- 250 milliliters of eau de cologne and a small quantity of perfume;
- souvenirs not intended for commercial use, up to the value of 250 USD;
- personal effects.
What alcoholic drinks to try while in Sri Lanka?
... Arrack is one of the most traditional drinks in Sri Lanka which is distilled from …
I'm afraid of snakes. Are there any snakes in Sri Lanka? Can you find snakes in hotels?
... Sri Lanka has quite a lot of snakes but they usually keep out of open …
What do I need to know about driving in Sri Lanka?
... The department is located in Werahera (address: Department of Motor Traffic Rd, Boralesgamuwa, Sri Lanka), …
Do people in Sri Lanka speak English?
... Sinhalese and Tamil are the two primary languages spoken in Sri Lanka, but you’ll find …
Where to buy alcohol in Sri Lanka and how much does it cost?
... You can buy alcohol from wine stores, restaurant bars, hotel bars and from some supermarkets. …
What food can children eat in Sri Lanka?
... To ease children into Sri Lankan food, try a breakfast of pittu.