Does Sri Lanka allow dual citizenship?

Retention – Section 19(3) of the said act affords provisions in respect of a person who desires to obtain citizenship in another country while intending to retain the citizenship of Sri Lanka.

Who is Sri Lankan Ambassador in Australia?

J. C. Weliamuna
The current High Commissioner is J. C. Weliamuna.

How can I surrender my Sri Lankan passport?

Required Document

Applicant’s Request.
Form K.
Letter from the relevant country ( or certified copy of foreign Passport)
Birth Certificate.
Original Sri Lankan Passport ( & photocopy)
Original Identity Card ( & photocopy)
Original Dual Citizenship Certificate ( If available)

How do I renew my Sri Lankan passport in New Zealand?

Process for renewal of Sri Lankan Passport in New Zealand

Duly filled & signed Sri Lanka Passport Application Form;
3 Coloured latest photographs;
Current Passport;
Your Birth Certificate;
Copies of National Identity Card (NIC);
Copies of New Zealand valid visa;

Can a foreigner buy a house in Sri Lanka?

Foreigners are allowed to buy apartments, condominiums and freehold land, however, there is a 100% Land Tax for foreigners imposed on the property value, this will double the cost of the land for foreigners. Instead, foreigners can lease the land up to 99 years which is only taxed at 7%.

How can I get permanent residence in Sri Lanka?

To obtain a residence visa, the applicant must enter Sri Lanka on an entry visa issued by a Sri Lanka diplomatic mission abroad. Entry visa will be issued by the Embassy only upon approval by the Controller General of Immigration and Emigration.

Who is the Sri Lankan High Commissioner in Canberra?

Somasundaram Skandakumar
The High Commission of Sri Lanka in Canberra is the diplomatic mission of Sri Lanka to Australia. The high commission is also accredited to Fiji, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea and Vanuatu. The current high commissioner is Somasundaram Skandakumar.

How many Sri Lankans are there in Melbourne?

Sri Lankan Australians are the 12th largest ethnic group in Australia, numbering 86,412. The city of Melbourne contains just under half of the Sri Lankan Australians.

Can I surrender my expired Indian passport?

Yes, expired passports too can be presented for surrendering. (Surrender is allowed only for latest passport held by the applicant). Surrender will not, however, be allowed for Impounded, Revoked, Suspended, and Cancelled (against Re-issue) passports.