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📰 Sri Lanka Removes ETA Requirement for Tourists — A New Era for Travel Freedom

Sri Lanka has taken a bold step toward revitalizing its tourism industry by officially removing the Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) requirement for most international visitors. The announcement, effective from October 31, 2025, marks the beginning of a new era of travel freedom, making it easier than ever for travelers to experience the island’s breathtaking beauty […]

November 9, 2025

By SLDirectory

World Bank: Sri Lanka’s Recovery Still Fragile — Reforms Needed to Secure Growth

The World Bank’s latest report on Sri Lanka’s economic outlook delivers a mixed message — acknowledging progress while warning that the recovery remains incomplete without deep structural reforms. Progress Since the Crisis Sri Lanka’s economy collapsed in 2022 due to severe foreign exchange shortages, spiraling inflation, and political unrest. Since then, the country has made […]

October 31, 2025

By SLDirectory

Sri Lanka’s Tourism Boom Strengthens Economic Recovery in 2025

Colombo, October 2025 —Sri Lanka’s tourism industry continues to surge, surpassing 1.75 million arrivals year-to-date, signaling a strong revival after years of disruption. October began with more than 34,000 arrivals in the first week alone, driven largely by markets such as India, China, Russia, and the Middle East. Tourism earnings have exceeded US$2.3 billion in […]

October 9, 2025

By SLDirectory

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