Sri Lanka Specific Risk of Coronavirus (COVID-19)

This country has reported a recent increase in case numbers of coronavirus disease (COVID-19).

Following a review of the public health risk assessment process, this country has now changed from a moderate to a high risk of exposure to COVID-19.

• Please check the TRAVAX Sri Lanka page regularly for updates on any changes to the risk of exposure to coronavirus (COVID-19).

Advice for Travellers

There is a high risk of exposure to coronavirus (COVID-19) in this country. Prior to travel, all travellers should consider:

Is the journey necessary?

• Check the FCDO travel advice and country specific pages for the latest government guidance to ensure travel is legally permitted.

Their risk of severe COVID-19 and availability of medical facilities at the destination.

• Travellers at increased risk of severe COVID-19 should consider changing travel plans.

Their ability to comply with COVID-19 prevention advice during travel and at their destination.

• All travellers should read the fitfortravel page COVID-19: Health Considerations for Travel.

Further information can be found on the Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) page.