"afternoons spent temple-hopping in Anuradhapura, a long loop around Galle Fort, and the kind of beach days in Mirissa that don't require an itinerary. Now, the country is making it easier to stretch that trip into something longer. First discussed in 2021, Sri Lanka's digital nomad visa has officially launched in February 2026, opening the door for remote workers to live on the island for up to a year while working for clients outside the country."
"Photocopy of passport (valid for at least six months) Two recent passport-sized photographs Marriage Certificate (for spouse) Birth Certificate (for dependants) A completed security clearance form A medical clearance report Proof of a clean criminal record from the home country police (issued within the last three months) International health insurance coverage valid in Sri Lanka Recommendation from the Ministry of Digital Economy Proof of the minimum monthly remittance for the main applicant and the dependents"
"Like most digital nomad visas, Sri Lanka's comes with a minimum income requirement. Applicants must earn at least $2,000USD (around £1,472) per month. That threshold remains the same if you have fewer than two children, but increases by $500USD (around £368) for each additional child. To qualify, applicants must be 18 years or older, demonstrate they meet the income requirement, and confirm they work exclusively for clients outside Sri Lanka."
Sri Lanka launched a digital nomad visa in February 2026 that permits remote workers to reside on the island for up to one year while working for clients outside Sri Lanka. Applicants must be at least 18 years old and earn a minimum of $2,000 USD per month, with the threshold increasing by $500 USD for each additional child beyond two. Nomads may not accept employment with Sri Lankan companies. Required documentation includes a completed application, passport copy, photos, marriage and birth certificates for dependents, security and medical clearances, a recent police record, international health insurance, a Ministry of Digital Economy recommendation, and proof of remittances.
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