Sri Lanka introduces free visas for Russians

According to The Star, on sri Lanka From August 1, visa fees are not charged for citizens of 48 countries, including Russia, the United States, Canada, Australia, and European countries.

Free visas will now be issued at the airport on arrival. Previously, the registration of the document cost the Russians $ 35-40.

It should be noted that this measure is temporary and will be in effect in the next six months. The government will then evaluate the results of this initiative.

The authorities of the country made this decision to attract tourists after the terrorist attacks that occurred during the celebration of Catholic Easter in April this year. After the terrorist attacks, the tourist flow fell by a record 70.8%.

A series of bombings hit hotels and Catholic churches in Sri Lanka on April 2, killing 359 people and injuring hundreds. Responsibility was claimed by the terrorist group IG (Islamic state, banned in Russia).

On April 29, it was reported that Sri Lankan intelligence learned about the preparation of a new series of terrorist attacks in Buddhist temples located on the island.

Source: iz