The earlier travel restriction which was lifted on 10 June 2022 by the UK’s Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) is back in force due to the developing situation as a result of the ongoing economic crisis.

It once again advises against all but essential travel to the country from 5 July 2022.  However, this advice does not apply to airside transit through Sri Lanka’s international airport.

The country is under a severe economic crisis which has led to shortage of basic necessities like medicine, cooking gas, fuel, electricity and food. Major shortage of fuel (diesel and petrol) is affecting transport, businesses, and emergency services. There are daily power cuts due to electricity rationing. This has led to protest and violent unrest. Further protests, demonstrations, roadblocks and violent unrest could occur at short notice.

If you have any questions, please contact Sandeepa Sahay