Visas & Permits
Every practical guide we have on Visas & Permits — 8 in total, covering process, required documents and common pitfalls.
8 articles
Sri Lanka Business Visa vs Work Visa Stay Periods
Understand the practical differences between Sri Lanka business visa and work visa arrangements, including stay conditions and multiple-entry travel. Learn what to confirm about activities, employer relationships, travel plans and supporting documents before applying.
Sri Lanka Employer Documents for Foreign Work Visa
An employee’s passport, qualifications and CV may not be enough. Employers should prepare clear evidence of the employing entity, role, signing authority and local employment arrangements before starting a Sri Lanka work visa application.
Sri Lanka Executive Family Visa and Residence Planning
When relocating an executive and family to Sri Lanka, do not treat the employee’s work arrangements and the family’s residence arrangements as one process. This guide covers coordination points for the main applicant, dependants, travel timing, address documents and renewals.
Sri Lanka Work Visa Costs for Foreign Employees
Work visa costs for foreign employees in Sri Lanka go beyond government fees. This guide explains document, professional service, travel, renewal and dependant-related costs, and how companies can allocate them.
Sri Lanka Work Visa Processing Time
A work visa approval milestone is not the same as an employee’s actual start date. Learn how to align employer preparation, employee documents, application follow-up, travel and onboarding in one timeline.
Sri Lanka Police Clearance Certificate Document Expiry
When assigning managers or technical staff to Sri Lanka, companies should confirm the issuing location, authentication chain, translation requirements and submission timing for police clearance certificates before arranging issuance.
Sri Lanka Entry, Work and Residence Requirements
Being able to enter Sri Lanka does not automatically allow a foreign national to work for a local entity or remain long term. This article explains why entry, work and residence arrangements should be reviewed separately.
Sri Lanka Visas and Work Permits for Offshore Teams
A step-by-step guide for Chinese tech and BPO companies relocating staff to Sri Lanka — visa types, work permit process, timelines and common pitfalls.