Category: Investor / Business / Startup Visa
Overview: The Sri Lanka Investor/Business/Startup Visa facilitates foreign nationals establishing or investing in businesses in Sri Lanka, offering resident status and opportunities for economic contribution.
Eligibility: Requires demonstrating significant capital investment or sufficient funds for business operations, a viable business plan, and a clean personal record. BOI approval may be necessary for larger investments.
Processing Time: ~75 days
Visa Duration: 12 months
Renewable: Yes
Work Authorisation: true
Remote Work Allowed: Yes
Dependants Allowed: No
Path to Residency: Yes
Path to Citizenship: No
Sponsor Required: No
Official Government Page: https://www.immigration.gov.lk/web/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=160&Itemid=208&lang=en
Summary: Enables foreign investors, entrepreneurs, and business persons to reside in Sri Lanka by establishing or investing in local enterprises. Offers resident visa status, contributing to economic development.