Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte, also known as Kotte, is the legislative capital city of Sri Lanka. Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte is located adjacent to the urban area of Sri Lanka's de facto economic capital, Colombo.

Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte · CC BY-SA 4.0

Map of places

Now in the citySri Jayewardenepura Kottesunset 06:08 PM

EntryPick a passportThe answer depends on the passport.

Places on the map44

Safety and health

Official travel advice and the medical minimum

Safety · official adviceour data as of Sep 15, 2026

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

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New information about Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) which will now be issued free of charge as of 25 May 2026 ('Entry requirements' page).

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice

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

terrorism

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There were no changes to the advisory level. The Other risk indicator was added. Advisory summary was updated Exercise increased caution in Sri Lanka due to unrest , terrorism, and landmines. Read the entire Travel Advisory. Advisory Summary: Demonstrations Protests over the economic and political situation in Sri Lanka can happen at any time.

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.