Entering Sri Lanka with a connecting ticket to India and an expiring visa

hi, Is it possible to enter Sri Lanka with a continuation ticket to India without having a valid Indian visa for the planned departure date from Sri Lanka? That way, I could get my visa during my stay in Sri Lanka. I have a valid Indian visa that expires mid-stay, and I can only apply for a new one once the current one has expired. Thanks

Hi Iku, You didn’t mention it, but to enter Sri Lanka, you must have your ETA approved.

For the Indian visa, try the embassy in Colombo or the consulate in Kandy: https://ivsvisalanka.com/

Hi there Thanks for your reply. If I understand correctly, I don’t need to already have my India visa when I enter Sri Lanka.

No, they’re two different countries. The Sri Lankan immigration officer won’t check your Indian visa—they’ll just verify that you have your ETA. During your stay, go to the Indian consulate in Kandy or the embassy in Colombo (I gave you the addresses). You submit your application, and they’ll get back to you once it’s approved...