You may need a visa to enter the countries you’re visiting with us. Visa requirements can change quickly, so the guidance below is just that: guidance. For the most up-to-date advice, please double-check the relevant official sources.
If you’re a British passport holder, we recommend checking the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) website. We’ve included links below for ease. Do also speak to your consultant for the latest information.
If you hold a different passport, please refer to the appropriate government advice.
Important: Most countries require at least six months’ validity and two blank pages in your passport.
Sri Lanka
Entry Requirements – FCDO Link
You must apply for a visa in advance of travelling to Sri Lanka: ‘Electronic Travel Authorization’ (ETA) online. We recommend applying 2 weeks before departure.
ETAs will be valid for 30 days. If you are in Sri Lanka longer than 30 days, you can apply for an extension online through Sri Lanka’s official Immigration portal.
India
You will also need to fill out a Digital Disembarkation (DE) Card within 72 hours before your flight. Online here. You’ll need to have your passport, visa, and flight details to hand to do so.
Maldives
Entry Requirements – FCDO Link
No visa required for British passport holders.
Nepal
Entry Requirements – FCDO Link
Vietnam
Entry requirements – FCDO link
For single-entry stays of less than 45 days, no visa is required. For longer stays or multiple entries, a visa is required; contact us for help with this.
Thailand
Entry requirements – FCDO link
British arrivals (and several other nationalities) can enter Thailand for 30 days without a visa (a visa exemption).
Cambodia
Entry requirements – FCDO link
A visa is required for Cambodia. You can obtain a visa-on-arrival, for which you will need US $30 cash (or equivalent) and one passport photo. When you book with ETG we can arrange for the visa-on-arrival fee to be included in your holiday cost as part of a fast-track immigration package.
Should you wish, it is also possible to obtain a visa in advance of travelling. https://www.evisa.gov.kh/
Laos
Entry requirements – FCDO link
A visa is required for Laos. Our recommendation is to obtain a Visa on Arrival at a cost of US $35 (all entry points). Two passport photos may be required.
Bhutan
Entry requirements – FCDO link
A visa is required. It must be organised through ETG as part of your booking, in advance of travel. Please get in touch for more details.
Malaysia / Malaysian Borneo
Entry requirements – FCDO link
A visa is not required to enter Malaysia (including Malaysian Borneo).
Indonesia
Entry requirements – FCDO link
A 30-day visa on arrival can be obtained at most major international airports. The cost is approximately $34 (500,000 IDR). For Indonesia, all international travellers must also complete the SATUSEHAT Health Pass (SSHP) via kemkes.go.id before departure and this E-customs declaration needs to be filled out and can be done so up to 3 days before your arrival.
Oman
Entry requirements – FCDO link
A visa is required for Oman for stays of more than 14 days. You can apply directly on the Royal Oman Police website for a tourist visa here: https://evisa.rop.gov.om/
Myanmar
Entry requirements – FCDO link
A visa is required for Myanmar. You can apply directly to the Burmese embassy via a postal application or, if you enter via Yangon and Mandalay, you can get an eVisa (recommended) from www.evisa.moip.gov.mm
