(LANKAPUVATH | COLOMBO) – The National Secretariat for Non-Governmental Organizations has issued a circular to streamline and formalize the visa process for foreigners coming to work in non-governmental organizations (NGOs).
Arrangements have been made to issue visas online and to extend the validity period of Residence Visa up to one year. Accordingly, they can apply for the visa by accessing the website www.eta.gov.lk.
The Director General of the Secretariat of Non-Governmental Organizations, Sanjeeva Wimalagunaratne, has issued the circular after considering the convenience of foreigners coming to work in NGOs and thereby increasing the government’s revenue.
The circular has been issued after considering all the requests, grievances and suggestions received from non-governmental organizations.
