On-arrival driving licenses for foreign tourists at Airport

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Sri Lanka is to offer on arrival driving licenses for tourists at the Bandaranaike International Airport.

State Minister of Transport Lasantha Alagiyawanna said that foreign individuals seeking a driving license in Sri Lanka will have the convenience of applying for it directly at the airport from April 15th 2024.

Upon exiting the airport, they will be able to obtain their driver’s license swiftly and efficiently.

The fees for obtaining a driving license are as follows: USD 25 for one month, USD 50 for three months, USD 75 for six months, and USD 200 for a year or longer.

In collaboration with the Department of Immigration and Emigration, Civil Aviation Authority and the Ministry of Tourism, arrangements are being made to provide a driving license in Sri Lanka for foreigners seeking to have them, he said.

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Suman Udage
Sunday, 24 March 2024 06:30 AM
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