The latest data shows that India remained the leading source market, contributing 47,533 tourists, which accounts for approximately 26% of total arrivals for the month.

Other key source markets included:

The United Kingdom with 18,092 visitors

Russia with 15,685 visitors

China with 14,064 visitors

Germany with 13,429 visitors

France with 8,359 visitors

Cumulatively, Sri Lanka welcomed 740,634 tourists between January 1 and March 31, 2026, reflecting a positive trend in international travel demand to the island.

Tourism officials view these figures as a strong indication of continued growth, particularly with rising interest from both regional and long-haul markets.