SLBFE announces concessions for returning migrant workers

April 28, 2025 at 4:33 PM
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The Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment (SLBFE) has announced various concessions for migrant workers registered with the SLBFE who are returning to Sri Lanka.

According to a SLBFE notice, the concessions are as follows; 

  • If you are an aspiring entrepreneur or already have a business, assistance up to Rs. 1 million to be provided. 
  • Those aspiring for self-employment or are already self-employed are to be provided with non-financial assistance of up to Rs. 150,000. 
  • A grant to develop and promote an already successful Business/industry. 
  • A one-time donation of stationery worth Rs. 10,000 if your child is completing their full education at a public, private, or religious school.
  • If you’re a migrant worker who earned less than US$ 300 and returned to the country, and your child is studying at a public, private university or higher education institute, education tools up to Rs. 200,000 to be provided. (Newswire)