Free Export

• No information available.

Prohibited

• Narcotics
• Pornography
• Anti-religion materials
• Indian and Pakistani currency

Restricted

• Pets – import required obtainable from nearest Embassy or Mission
• Weaponry and ammunition - with permission only.
• Cultural artefacts
• Plants, animals any part thereof and foodstuff.
• Medicines, for personal use only, in original packaging and accompanied by the prescription and doctor’s note.
• Currency – any foreign currency up to the amount declared upon arrival, local currency (Sri Lanka Rupee) up to 5,000.

Basic health information for travelers to Sri Lanka

• Japanese encephalitis, Tetanus and Rabies are present in this country so every precaution needs to be taken in order to avoid infection (mosquitoes bites, animal bites, cuts)

• Travellers are advised to utilise insect repellent and close clothing to limit the risk of infection. There have been several cases of H5N1 Bird Flu in the country and travellers should avoid visiting live animal markets, poultry farms and other places where you may come into close contact with domestic, caged or wild birds; and ensure poultry and egg dishes are thoroughly cooked.

• Emergency medical treatment in Sri Lanka is not easily available outside main cities, Being brought to Colombo for treatment might be expected.

• Mosquito based diseases including Dengue fever, Chikungunya and Malaria are common in the country and travellers are strongly advised to wear close fitting clothing and obtain plenty of insect repellent for protection. Travellers bitten are urged to immediately seek medical aid before symptoms develop.

Basic security information for travelers to Sri Lanka

• There is a general danger from international terrorism in this country with both foreign and native civilians being at risk. Travellers should exercise consiThere is a greater than average danger from international terrorism in this country with both foreign and native civilians being at risk. Travellers should exercise considerable caution when visiting commercial establishments, government facilities, and public or religious sites.

• Credit card fraud is the most common type of crime affecting visitors. It is advisable to use cash wherever possible and to use ATMs attached to banks or major hotels.

• A high military presence and the ongoing possibility of a fresh outbreak of violence can be happned at any time.

For further assistance please contact the Sri Lankan Customs authorities directly. They will provide the latest information about customs regulations and export-import procedures.

Sri Lankan Customs contact information

Address:
Director General of Customs
Sri Lanka Customs
Times Building
Colombo 01
Sri Lanka
Telephone: +94112445147
Website: http://www.customs.gov.lk/


For additional information about travel restrictions, security warnings, political updates, and basic travel guidelines, please contact the nearest Sri Lankan Embassy.

List of Sri Lankan Embassies all over the world: http://sri-lanka.visahq.co.uk/embassy/United-Kingdom/