Matters needing attention in Colombo

1. Customs

The hand luggage inspection is very simple when entering the customs. The customs inspection distinguishes between the green line (Nothing to Declare) and the red line area. Passengers can choose freely, and they can bring in two bottles of foreign wine and 2 cigarettes within the duty-free range. Sri Lanka does not need proof of vaccination, but due to the poor sanitary environment, it is best to inject vaccination first and bring some drugs such as toilet water to prevent mosquito bites.

when entering the country, you must fill in the cash and traveler's checks in the DisembarkationForm for declaration, but there is no limit on the amount. This form should be taken back when leaving the country. If it is lost, it will be troublesome, so it must be properly kept.

2. Currency

The currency unit is Srilanka Rupee (LKR or Rps for short), and the rupee cannot be directly exchanged with RMB, with 99 rupees = about US$ 1. The denominations of banknotes are 1, 5, 1, 5, 2, 1, 5 and 2 rupees, and the denominations of coins are 5, 25, 1, 5, 2 and 1 cent.

There are money exchange counters set up by banks at the airport, but the exchange rate is slightly lower (US$ 1 is 95 rupees). You can also exchange foreign currency into rupees at foreign exchange banks or high-end hotels, but you must exchange the remaining rupees into foreign currency when you leave the country, and you must hold the original exchange certificate. There is a black market in foreign currency trading among the people, which is about 1% to 2% higher than the official exchange rate. In addition, some big hotels and shopping malls in Colombo accept VISA cards.

3. Time difference

5 hours and 3 minutes earlier than GMT and 2 hours and 3 minutes later than Beijing.

4. The power supply voltage

safe voltage is 22 volts, 5 Hz, and the British triangle socket is used. The general hotels can provide conversion plugs.

5. Drinking water

The drinking water in Sri Lanka does not meet the standards set by the World Health Organization. It is recommended to drink only bottled water and bring enough boiled water when hiking. In addition, it should be noted that many restaurants and hotels will not provide boiled water for free on the dining table, and the price of water is very expensive. Therefore, it is best to bring your own water, or ask for water to be filtered before drinking.

6. Business hours

Banks: Monday from 9: to 13: , Tuesday to Friday from 9: to 13: (closed on Saturdays and Sundays)

Government office and business hours: 8: /8: 3 to 16: 3 (closed on Saturdays and Sundays). Hotel waiters can tip 5 ~ 1 rupees when they help with luggage.

8. Others

In Sri Lanka, it is necessary to take off your shoes when visiting temples, and some temples will charge a photo fee of about 1-3 rupees/piece, so it is best to consult before taking photos; In addition, according to local customs, women should not wear short skirts or halter tops, and it is best to wear some casual clothes or suits.