Digital Nomad Visa
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 365 days
- Processing time
- 2-4 weeks
- Fee
- $500 USD per year
- Validity
- 1 year
- Entry
- Multiple entry
New visa program launched in February 2026 for remote workers, freelancers, and digital entrepreneurs. Allows working remotely for companies/clients outside Sri Lanka while living in the country. Cannot work for Sri Lankan companies or conduct business registered in Sri Lanka.
Eligibility
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Employment
Must be employed by a company based in another country, be a freelancer, or own a business NOT registered in Sri Lanka.
Required status: Remote worker for non-Sri Lankan entity
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Financial
Minimum monthly income of $2,000 USD required from remote work sources.
Minimum funds: $2,000 USD per month
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Age
Applicant must be 18 years or older.
Max age: 999; Min age: 18
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
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Proof of funds
Accepted forms: Bank statements, employment contracts, client invoices; Minimum amount: $2,000 USD per month
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Employment letter
Provide a signed employer letter confirming your role, leave dates, salary and return to work.
Must include leave approval: No; Must include position: Yes; Must include salary: Yes
How to apply
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Document gathering
Gather proof of remote employment or freelance work, proof of minimum $2,000 monthly income, passport, and bank statements.
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Document submission
Submit digital nomad visa application to nearest Sri Lankan Diplomatic Mission or designated processing center.
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Fee payment
Pay digital nomad visa fee of $500 USD for one year validity.
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Processing wait
Wait for visa processing which typically takes 2-4 weeks.
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Visa collection
Collect approved digital nomad visa from the mission or receive electronically.