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Department for Registration of Persons

First NIC, lost NIC and amended NIC

For Sri Lankan citizens applying first time or needing correction/replacement

Research draft. Sources were collected on 9 November 2026; not every page was read in full. Current rules and the full application process are unverified. Follow the linked official source before acting.

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Steps

  1. Choose first issue, lost/duplicate, amended, dual citizen or one-day service

    drp.gov.lk (opens in a new tab)

  2. Use the applicable certification route, e.g. principal or Grama Niladhari

  3. Prepare birth evidence, photograph, form and fee receipt

  4. Submit through authorized channels; some one-day cases use Battaramulla/Galle with completed application

  5. For normal service, FAQ states mailing within 3 months except issues with submitted documents

    drp.gov.lk (opens in a new tab)
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