Sri Lanka Now Offers Temporary Driving Licenses at the Airport for Tourists: Step-by-Step Guide

16 August 2025 Β· Europe Permit

  1. πŸš— Sri Lanka now issues temporary driving licenses to tourists on arrival at Colombo Airport.

  2. πŸ›¬ The licensing counter is located at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA).

  3. 🌍 Visitors must hold a valid foreign driver’s license to be eligible.

  4. πŸ›‚ Present your passport, tourist visa, and a translated license if it’s not in English.

  5. πŸ’΅ Pay a small fee (around 2,000 LKR) to get the 30-day temporary license.

  6. πŸ“‹ The permit allows you to drive private vehicles and motorcyclesβ€”not tuk-tuks or heavy vehicles.

  7. 🧾 Payments are accepted in local currency onlyβ€”so carry Sri Lankan rupees or a credit card.

  8. βœ… The process takes just a few minutes and avoids extra trips to the transport office.

  9. 🚦 The temporary license ensures tourists can legally drive without relying on taxis or drivers.

  10. 🧳 This new system makes self-driving vacations in Sri Lanka easier and more convenient.

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