A quick checklist so nothing holds you up at Bandaranaike Airport (CMB).

Before you leave home

  • Passport — valid for at least six months beyond your travel date, with blank pages.
  • Visa — for your destination (and any transit country), arranged in advance where required.
  • Confirmed air ticket — e-ticket for your outbound and return.
  • Onward/return proof — some countries require it at check-in.

Depending on your trip

  • Hotel booking or host details for tourist visas.
  • Invitation or employment letter for work travel.
  • Vaccination certificates where required.
  • Sufficient funds proof for some destinations.

At the airport

Arrive 3 hours before international departures. Keep your passport, ticket and visa easy to reach. If you're unsure what your destination requires, ask us — we confirm the documents for your route when we issue your ticket.