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Do Sri Lanka citizens need a visa for Japan?

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Sri Lanka citizens need a visa to enter Japan. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.

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Sri Lanka vs Japan: passport comparison

Sri Lanka

19

visa-free countries

Global rank: #180 · mobility 71.4

Japan

116

visa-free countries

Global rank: #24 · mobility 168.8
16

countries both Sri Lanka and Japan can enter visa-free together

Sri Lanka + Japan: passport compatibility

35%

of the world — where both passports have the same visa access

Where Sri Lanka and Japan travel together — by entry type:

16 both visa-free
17 both visa on arrival
22 both e-visa / eTA
14 both need a visa
128 access differs

Where Sri Lanka and Japan can travel visa-free together

Travelling as a pair with two different passports? Here is the full list of countries where BOTH of you can enter without a prior visa — plus where your access differs.

Both visa-free (16)

Sort by max stay or the destination's passport strength (tap a header), and filter by region.

Only Sri Lanka is visa-free (3)

How the entry rule changed: Sri Lanka → Japan

We keep our own archive of visa-rule snapshots and diff them against each other. Here is what changed over the observed period.

The Sri Lanka → Japan rule itself held steady over the observed period. The context around it did move:

4passports gained easier entry to Japan
0passports saw Japan tighten its rules
July 2024 — June 2026our archive observation window

Comparison is built from our own dataset snapshots; the date marks when we recorded the change, not the official decision date. See all changes →

Japan: good to know

Tokyo

Capital

Japanese Yen (JPY)

Currency

Japan Standard Time (UTC+9)

Time zone

+81

Calling code

A, B

Power plug

100V / 50–60Hz

Voltage

Left-hand

Driving side

Where else Sri Lanka goes visa-free

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Documents you'll usually need for Japan

The usual basics for the trip. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy or consulate.

Valid passport

Valid at least 6 more months

Return / onward ticket

Proof you will leave the country

Proof of funds

Enough money for your stay

Accommodation

Hotel booking or an invitation

Travel insurance

Recommended, sometimes required

Visa

Obtained at the embassy in advance

Frequently asked

Do Sri Lanka citizens need a visa for Japan?
Sri Lanka citizens need a visa to enter Japan. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.
Which passport is stronger — Sri Lanka or Japan?
The Japan passport is stronger: 116 visa-free countries versus 19. Global rank: Sri Lanka #180, Japan #24.
Where can Sri Lanka and Japan citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 16 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for Japan?
Usually: a valid passport (6+ months), a return ticket, proof of funds and accommodation. Plus a visa obtained from the embassy in advance. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy.
Can visa requirements change between Sri Lanka and Japan?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Aug 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

Sri Lanka passport ranking

Where else the Sri Lanka passport can take you and how it ranks worldwide.

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