To get a temporary driving license as a foreign national, you will have to visit the Department of Motor Traffic in Sri Lanka with your Foreign Drivers License, Passport & Visa.
Find out more on how to obtain a temporary driving license in Sri Lanka for foreigners.
As a tourist, if you have a valid permit to drive in Sri Lanka you will face no issues. The minimum age limit to acquire a driving license in Sri Lanka for locals is 18 years of age. Currently there is no upper age limit in place for driving in Sri Lanka.
Yes, tourists with a valid Driving License (endorsed by the AA or Sri Lanka) or an International Driving Permit / License or a Temporary Driving License issued by the Department of Motor Traffic of Sri Lanka are allowed to drive in Sri Lanka. Find out more on how to obtain a valid driving permit in Sri Lanka for foreigners.
To get a tourist driving license in Sri Lanka you have the following options:
Find out more how to obtain a valid driving permit in Sri Lanka.
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