On-arrival driving licenses to foreigners starting April 15

State Minister of Transport Lasantha Alagiyawanna revealed that foreign individuals seeking a driving license in Sri Lanka will be able to apply for it directly at the airport from April 15.

Upon exiting the airport, they can obtain their driver’s license swiftly and efficiently.

The State Minister mentioned that the program to compensate road accident victims without judicial action promptly was also started on March 01.

The individuals can claim a maximum compensation of up to Rs. 500 000 by applying to the relevant insurance company within one year of the accident.

He explained that this compensation can be availed from any branch of the insurance company across the island.