Sri Lankan travellers need a visa to enter Australia, applied for online before travel. The right visa depends on your purpose.

Common Australian visa types

  • Visitor visa (subclass 600) — tourism and family visits.
  • Student visa (subclass 500) — for enrolment at an Australian institution.
  • Skilled / work visas — points-tested or employer-sponsored.

Documents you'll usually need

  • A passport valid for your stay.
  • Proof of funds and ties to Sri Lanka (for visitor visas).
  • Confirmed enrolment (for students) or a skills assessment (for skilled routes).
  • Health and character requirements, which may include a medical.

Cost and processing time

Fees and processing vary by visa type — visitor visas are usually processed faster than student or skilled visas. Processing can range from days to several weeks, so apply early.

Flights to Australia from Colombo

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