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UK Foreign Office downgrades warnings over travel to Sri Lanka

British travellers are no longer being warned against travelling to Sri Lanka following a change in the UK Foreign Office’s advice.   The FCO issued a warning against all but essential travel on 25 April, four days after the Easter Sunday terror attacks, which killed 253 people, including eight British nationals. The latest advice, updated on 6 June, states that “terrorists are very likely to try to carry out attacks in Sri Lanka” and that travellers should “remain vigilant” and “avoid crowded public places, large gatherings and any demonstrations.”   A Foreign Office spokesperson said: “We have kept our travel advice for Sri Lanka under constant review since the Easter Sunday attacks when we advised against all but essential travel. Our latest assessment of the risk to British nationals now means we have revised our travel advice accordingly.”   Tour operators and hoteliers have welcomed the change in advice which comes just ahead of the busy summer months. Sam Clark, founder of Exper
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Sri Lanka travel for UK Citizen after COVID-19

The information on this page covers the most common types of travel and reflects the UK government’s understanding of the rules currently in place. Unless otherwise stated, this information is for travellers using a full ‘British Citizen’ passport.   The authorities in the country or territory you’re travelling to are responsible for setting and enforcing the rules for entry. If you’re unclear about any aspect of the entry requirements, or you need further reassurance, you’ll need to contact the embassy, high commission or consulate of the country or territory you’re travelling to.   You should also consider checking with your transport provider or travel company to make sure your passport and other travel documents meet their requirements.   Entry rules in response to coronavirus (COVID-19) Entry to Sri Lanka Commercial airlines are operating outbound flights from Sri Lanka. Some inbound flights are operating for repatriations of Sri Lankan nationals. Entry to Sri Lanka is currently p
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