Having considered the spread of Covid-19 in the country, the validity period of all types of visa issued to all foreigners who are currently residing in Sri Lanka had been extended until 11th June 2020. Foreigners had been advised to pay the relevant visa fee and get the visas endorsed in the passport on or before 11th June 2020 after the submission of the application online.
It has been the practice of the Buddhists in our country, since ancient times to remember, with utmost devotion, the arrival of Arahat Mahinda Thero in the lsland carrying the message of the Buddha, by observance of religious rituals. Such devoted remembrance is due to the fact that the arrival of Arahat Mahinda resulted in a significant transformation of religious, cultural, social and political civilization of Sri Lanka.
I am pleased to pen this message of greetings on the occasion of the World Environment Day, marked on June 5 every year, which aims at enhancing the awareness among the people on the importance of protecting the environment and drawing attention of the policymakers to environmental issues.
Everyone will have the opportunity to return to Motherland
Medi lab at airport premises
Possibility to conduct PCR tests in relevant countries explored
My heartiest greetings to all Muslims in Sri Lanka, who celebrate the Ramazan or Eid-ul-fitr together with the Islam devotees around the World.
Secretary,Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Ravinatha Aryasinha, was interviewed on News 1st Newsline and emphasized the role of the Sri Lankans abroad for the future development in Sri Lanka. Please find the full interview under this link.
I write this message with utmost contentment and pride to pay homage to the valiant war heroes who defeated separatist terrorism and brought peace and harmony to the country.