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Sri Lankan Investor Residence Visa

The residence route for foreign nationals investing in Sri Lanka, governed by the Department's investor-visa guidelines.

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The qualifying investment threshold is set in a separate official guideline not confirmed here, and the ~USD 200 annual fee is indicative; both should be re-verified.

Important information

Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Sri Lanka government website before you apply.
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Official name
Residence Visa — Investor category
Route type
Investment / residence visa
Fee
Around USD 200 per year for most residence categories
From the official fee schedule; confirm current amount
Basis
Qualifying investment in Sri Lanka

Who it is for

  • Foreign nationals making a qualifying investment in Sri Lanka

Requirements

  • A copy of the bio-data page of the applicant's passport
  • Evidence of the qualifying investment as set out in the investor-visa guidelines
  • Supporting documents specified by the Department

How to apply

  • Review the Department's investor-visa guideline document
  • Make and evidence the qualifying investment
  • Submit the residence-visa application to the Department
  • Renew while the investment is maintained

Official sources

For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.

Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.

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