·Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka·Material change·In force
Sri Lanka launches a Digital Nomad Visa
By Sam Parks · Last reviewed:
Sri Lanka introduced a Digital Nomad Visa in February 2026 for remote workers earning income from outside the country.
What changed
Policy claim 1
The Digital Nomad Visa is for remote workers serving non-Sri-Lankan clients or employers and is issued for up to 12 months, renewable annually.
Claim ID: lk-2026-02-digital-nomad-visa#claim-1·Cite this claim
Source: Department of Immigration and Emigration (Sri Lanka) (Department of Immigration and Emigration (Sri Lanka))·source verified ·page reviewed
Policy claim 2
Holders must notify the Department of Immigration and Emigration of material changes to income, employment, or dependents.
Claim ID: lk-2026-02-digital-nomad-visa#claim-2·Cite this claim
Source: Department of Immigration and Emigration (Sri Lanka) (Department of Immigration and Emigration (Sri Lanka))·source verified ·page reviewed
Policy claim 3
Sri Lanka does not offer permanent residence; the Digital Nomad Visa is a renewable temporary route.
Claim ID: lk-2026-02-digital-nomad-visa#claim-3·Cite this claim
Source: Department of Immigration and Emigration (Sri Lanka) (Department of Immigration and Emigration (Sri Lanka))·source verified ·page reviewed
Routes affected
Primary source
Primary source
Department of Immigration and Emigration (Sri Lanka) ↗ · Department of Immigration and Emigration (Sri Lanka)
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