Currency
Sri Lankan RupeeLanguage
Sinhalese, TamilPhone code
+94Recognition of dual citizenship
yesCovid
There are no COVID restrictionsInsurance policy
Insurance policy is requiredCurrency
Sri Lankan RupeeLanguage
Sinhalese, TamilPhone code
+94Recognition of dual citizenship
yesCovid
There are no COVID restrictionsInsurance policy
Insurance policy is requiredResidence permit in Sri Lanka
A residence permit may be granted to a non-Sri Lankan citizen for special purposes. It is issued to individuals who are not citizens of Sri Lanka and who have been decided to grant residence for the purpose of investment or otherwise, in circumstances where the relevant authority is assured that the stay in Sri Lanka and the pursuit of their profession will not harm the interests of the citizens.
What are the conditions for obtaining a residence permit?
To obtain a residence permit, one must arrive in Sri Lanka on an entry visa issued by a Sri Lankan mission abroad with the approval of the Controller General of Immigration and Emigration. The fact that you wish to apply for a residence permit in Sri Lanka must be indicated when obtaining an entry visa and the necessary supporting documents must be provided.
What documents must be submitted to obtain a residence permit?
Application for an entry visa;
Valid passport (passport must be valid for at least six months after the date of entry into Sri Lanka);
Two photos (standard photo format);
A copy of the entry visa approval notice from the Department of Immigration and Emigration of Sri Lanka;
Plane ticket.
What is the processing period of an application?
The processing time for a residence permit application is one to two working days.