Travel well
Sri Lanka safety and health guide
Insurance, mosquitoes, road awareness, ocean conditions and emergency planning.
EU → LK
Health preparation
Ask a qualified travel-health professional about your personal needs. Carry regular medication in original packaging and bring strong sun and mosquito protection.
Road and rail awareness
Traffic behaviour may feel unfamiliar to European visitors. Use seat belts, avoid unsafe motorcycles and never stand outside a moving train.
Sea conditions
Currents can be powerful even on calm-looking beaches. Follow local flags and advice, and choose beaches with lifeguards when possible.
Emergency plan
Keep insurer, embassy and accommodation contacts offline. EU citizens can sometimes seek help from another EU member state's mission when their own country is not represented.
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