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Sri Lanka · Government & Safety
Gov.lk
Sri Lanka's central government web portal, providing information and access to a range of official services.
What it helps with
- Finding a government officeContacts.
- Forms and certificatesDownloads.
- Official informationAll ministries.
About Gov.lk
Gov.lk is the government's main web portal, consolidating information from multiple ministries and departments and providing links to specific online services.
Key Features
- Service Directory: A structured directory of government services organized by ministry or department.
- Official Announcements: Government notices and public service updates published centrally.
- Links to Specialized Systems: Directs users toward the specific department or system needed for detailed transactions.
- Multilingual Access: Information available in Sinhala, Tamil and English.
How to Get Started
- Visit the Gov.lk website.
- Browse or search for the government service or information you need.
- Follow the provided link to the relevant department's specific online system.
- Check for any required identity verification steps before submitting sensitive requests.
Before you use it
- Limits: Many services still need a visit in person with original documents.
- Good to know: Visas are handled on eta.gov.lk and by the Department of Immigration and Emigration.
English available
Local ID needed
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Does Gov.lk work with a foreign bank card in Sri Lanka?
- Not reliably - a foreign card may be declined. Check the notice above, or plan to use a local payment method.
- Is Gov.lk available in English?
- Yes, Gov.lk has an English-language interface.
- Do I need a local phone number to use Gov.lk?
- No, an international phone number generally works for Gov.lk.
- Do I need local ID or residency for Gov.lk?
- Yes, Gov.lk requires local ID or residency status.
- Where can I use Gov.lk?
- iOS · Android · Web
- How much does Gov.lk cost?
- Free portal; fees per service