Sri Lanka•AsiaPermanent Residence Visa (Sri Lankan Descent)
At a Glance
Processing Time
42-56 days
Application Fee
1,000 USD
Stay Duration
10 years
Renewable
Varies
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
New permanent residency scheme for individuals of Sri Lankan descent and their dependents. Allows indefinite residence and work rights.
Sri Lanka has introduced a new permanent residency scheme for individuals of Sri Lankan descent whose Sri Lankan citizenship has ceased or whose ancestors were Sri Lankan. This includes non-Sri Lankan spouses of Sri Lankan citizens (married 6+ months) and children under 22.
The scheme grants comprehensive rights including residence, work, business, property ownership, and access to public services.
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Requirements
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
At least 6 months validity
Proof of Sri Lankan descent
Birth certificates, family records
Passport photos
Recent
Police clearance
Character certificate
OptionalSponsor Documents
Family member documentation
If applicable for descendants
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Advantages
- Permanent residency pathway
- Includes family dependents
- Work authorization included
- Can establish business
- Access to public services
- Property ownership rights
- Pathway to citizenship
- 10-year validity
Considerations
- Limited to those with Sri Lankan descent
- Application details still pending
- Implementation date not yet announced
- Dependency verification may be complex
- Age limits for children (under 22)
Application Process
Verify Sri Lankan descent
Provide proof of Sri Lankan heritage
Prepare documentation
Gather family records, birth certificates
Submit application
To Department of Immigration
Processing
6-8 weeks review
Receive PR visa
10-year Permanent Residence Visa
Exercise rights
Enter, stay, work, own property in Sri Lanka
Application Forms
Permanent Residence Visa Application
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