Please read all the instructions carefully before filling the applications.
Guidelines on the application for obtaining police clearance certificates
- Sri Lankans living in the UAE can apply to obtain a Sri Lankan Police clearance through this Consulate.
- Any foreign national residing in the UAE at present, can apply through this Consulate if they wish to obtain a Sri Lankan Police clearance certificate for a period they were residing in Sri Lanka.
- The following documents must be submitted with an application for police clearance certificate.
- Duly completed application for police clearance certificate.
- Original passport with a photocopy.
- Copy of the Sri Lanka National Identity Card if available.
- If you have previously obtained a Sri Lankan Police clearance certificate, copy of the same or the reference number.
- For foreign nationals, any other supporting documents proof of the period resided in Sri Lanka, which will help to expedite processing of the application.
- Applications will be forwarded to the Inspector General of Police in Colombo.
- You are advised to complete the application clearly and furnish correct details (especially relevant police areas), otherwise it may cause delays in issuing the clearance certificate.
- For further details please visit the Sri Lanka Police Department website www.police.lk
- Please refer to Consular Fees section for relevant fee for the registration of a birth.
- Fee shall be paid by cash and please note that cheques will not be accepted.
- All other information should be furnished as required in the application form.
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