Do Indian citizens need to show proof of funds for Sri Lanka visa.
3 Answers from travellers
Officially, the Sri Lankan immigration department requires all tourists, including Indian citizens, to have proof of sufficient funds to cover their stay. However, in practice, immigration officers at the Colombo airport very rarely ask to physically see bank statements or cash.
If you have a confirmed return flight ticket and a legitimate hotel booking for your first few nights, the officers will almost always stamp your passport without asking any financial questions.
It is still highly recommended to carry a major international credit card and a small amount of USD or LKR cash just to be completely safe in case you get a very strict immigration officer.
Scam Watch: colombo
Driver claims the meter is broken and quotes an inflated flat rate. Common on arrival at airport or railway stations when tourists are tired and disoriented.
Drivers wearing official-looking uniforms claim to be "government-approved" and charge 3-5x normal rates. They may have fake badges or ID cards.
Women with babies approach asking you to buy milk powder at a nearby shop (not cash). The shop is run by accomplices and charges 5-10x normal price.
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