Department of Motor Traffic
Convert an old Sri Lankan driving licence to newer format
For Applicant or current/previous vehicle holder according to the official eligibility rules
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.
Steps
Check eligibility for conversion of existing old licence
dmt.gov.lk (opens in a new tab)Collect current licence, identification and required current medical fitness certificate
Check official DMT office, booking and current levies
dmt.gov.lk (opens in a new tab)Apply through service counter; retain acknowledgment or temporary document if issued
dmt.gov.lk (opens in a new tab)