Travel Information
Visa & Currency
When planning your holiday it is essential that you know all the details relating to your visa and also currency related information. While most leading stores and service provider accept currency such as British Pounds and US Dollars, you will require your money to be transferred to Sri Lankan Rupees for your daily spending. The exchange rates we provide are up-to-date.
In the event you have any questions about your forthcoming holiday in Sri Lanka, feel free to check out our FAQ section, which outlines some of the most common concerns that travellers have. In the event you do not find the question the question you have in mind, feel free to contact us for clarifications.
All foreign nationals visiting Sri Lanka on holiday, excluding Singaporean and Maldivian nationals, are required to obtain an entry visa
Visit : www.immigration.gov.lk
The Sri Lankan Rupee (Rs.) is divided into 100 cents. The coins and notes fall into the following denominations
Coins Notes
1 cent 10 Rupees
2 cents 20 Rupees
5 cents 50 Rupees
10 cents 100 Rupees
25 cents 500 Rupees
50 cents 1,000 Rupees
1 Rupee 2,000 Rupees
2 Rupees 5,000 Rupees
5 Rupees
10 Rupees