The Immigration and Emigration Controller General has taken a decision to extend the validity period of all types of visas of foreigners who are currently in Sri Lanka taking into consideration the spread of the Coronavirus in the country.
Accordingly, the validity period of all types of visas currently obtained by foreigners residing in Sri Lanka has been extended by 30 days from 8th August 2021 to 07th September 2021.
Only Visa fees applicable for that period will be charged for the Visas expire within this period and exempted from charging overstay penalty, the Immigration and Emigration Department said in a statement.