Colombo: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

Colombo is Sri Lanka's executive and judicial capital, as well as the country's most populous city. It is also the financial centre of the island and a tourist destination.

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Now in the cityColombosunset 05:50 PM

EntryPick a passportThe answer depends on the passport.

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Exchange rateRs 332.32per 1 $LKR — the local currencyas of Nov 2, 2026

Safety and health

Safety · official adviceour data as of Nov 3, 2026

UK Foreign Office (FCDO)No restrictionsNo travel restrictions in force.

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Addition of information about heavy rainfall, flooding and landslides (‘Warnings and insurance’ page)

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice

US State DepartmentLevel 2Watch your surroundings and belongings more closely than usual.

civil unrest
terrorism

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Exercise increased caution in Sri Lanka due to civil unrest , terrorism , and landmines . Read the entire Travel Advisory. Demonstrations Protests over the economic and political situation in Sri Lanka can happen at any time. Police have used water cannons and tear gas to disperse protesters. Avoid all gatherings, even peaceful ones. Protests could turn violent with little or no warning.

Source: US Department of State Travel Advisory

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice · US Department of State Travel Advisory

Stay longer on a programme

Work and Travel, internships, au pair and volunteering in Sri Lanka: visa, invitation and on-site support are handled by CMO International Programmes.

1programme in the country

volunteeringupdated Mar 12, 2026

Volunteer Programs in Asia

Seasonyear-roundLanguageEnglish · B2

any · for students

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Source: IEC International Programmes (workandtravel.com) · As of November 3, 2026

Colombo: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

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