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Department of Motor Traffic

Convert a foreign driving licence to a Sri Lankan licence

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.

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Steps

  1. Check current DMT conversion circular and whether its 2022/14 provisions have been amended

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

  2. Under 2022/14, determine foreign licence issuing country and eligible vehicle class (normally A motorcycle or B light vehicle)

  3. Check full licence and at-least-one-year residual validity; exclude learner and probationary licences under this circular

  4. Prepare identity, visa, NTMI medical certificate, issuing-country visa evidence where required, and practical-test eligibility

  5. Confirm current fees and book actual DMT practical/inspection route before surrendering documents or paying

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