Can I carry Indian rupees to Sri Lanka?

Local currency (Sri Lanka Rupee-LKR) up to LKR 20,000. Foreign currencies: no restrictions, however amounts over USD 15,000. – (or equivalent) must be declared on arrival, except for Indian and Pakistan currencies which are prohibited. Amounts over USD 10,000.

How much currency can we carry to Sri Lanka?

1. A person may bring any sum of money in foreign currencies into Sri Lanka. This sum could be in TCs, Bank drafts or currency notes. However, if the total of such sum exceeds US$ 15,000, such sum should be declared to the Sri Lanka Customs.

Which country accepts Indian rupee as a legal tender?

Which of the following neighbouring countries accept Indian currency as a legal tender? Notes: The rupee is a legal tender in India and is also accepted as legal tender in neighbouring Nepal and Bhutan, both of which peg their currency to that of the Indian rupee.

Can I use dollars in Sri Lanka?

Get familiar with the Sri Lankan rupee The official currency of Sri Lanka is the rupee (LKR). Because the Sri Lankan rupee isn’t an international currency, you’ll need to change your US dollars or withdraw rupees from an ATM when you arrive.

What is the best currency to use in Sri Lanka?

Sri Lankan rupee
Coins commonly in circulation are in the denominations of 5cents, 10cents, 25 cents, 50 cents, One Rupee, Two Rupees, Five Rupees and Ten Rupees. It is best if you exchange the cash into Sri Lankan rupee at the airport before you begin your Sri Lanka trip.

What is the limit of foreign currency?

Carrying foreign exchange RBI has laid down an upper cap of $3,000 per visit on purchase of foreign currency in the form of notes and coins. One can purchase an equivalent of maximum $10,000 in the form of a forex card.

Do Indian citizens need a visa for Sri Lanka?

As an Indian citizen, do I need a visa to enter Sri Lanka? Yes, Indian citizens will need to apply for an ETA to obtain a visa on arrival while in Sri Lanka. You can check the requirements for the ETA here.

Where is INR accepted?

The rupee has arrived. Long before the domestic currency gets the `convertible’ tag, it’s being freely accepted and exchanged in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Hong Kong, Sri Lanka and other countries.