78. Driving License in Sri Lanka for Foreigners ๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ฐ

 

Thinking of driving around beautiful Sri Lanka during your stay? Here’s what you need to know ๐Ÿ‘‡



1️⃣ Temporary Driving Permit for Tourists
✅ Where to get it: Available at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) upon arrival.
๐Ÿ’ฐ Fee: Previously LKR 2,000 per month — recently proposed to increase to LKR 15,000 (check the latest rate at the airport counter).
๐Ÿ“… Validity: Based on your tourist visa (up to 5 months).
๐Ÿชช Requirements:
Valid passport
Tourist visa
2️⃣ Endorsement / Conversion for Longer Stays
If you’re staying in Sri Lanka longer or want to drive officially, you have two options:
๐Ÿš˜ Option A – Endorsement of IDP (via Automobile Association of Ceylon)
Fee: LKR 11,040 – 15,000 (approx.)
Validity: Up to 1 year
Note: Requires an International Driving Permit (IDP) from your home country.
๐Ÿš— Option B – Temporary Permit / Conversion (via Dept. of Motor Traffic – Werahera)
Fee: LKR 1,000 – 2,000 per month (temporary permit)
Medical Certificate: Around LKR 7,500 for foreigners (if full conversion needed).
Validity: Matches your visa duration.
⚠️ Important: Fees are subject to change. Always confirm the latest rates with the Department of Motor Traffic (DMT) or the Automobile Association (AA) of Sri Lanka before applying.
๐Ÿ›ฃ️ Explore Sri Lanka safely and legally — and enjoy the ride through paradise! ๐ŸŒด
๐Ÿ“– Read more travel insights on my blog ๐Ÿ‘‰ exploresrilankawithami.blogspot.com

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