Tourist driver’s licence : New move by Transport Ministry

July 18, 2025 at 12:54 PM

The Ministry of Transport and Highways has decided to issue temporary driver’s licences to foreign visitors at the Katunayake airport upon arrival, it is reported.

Transport Minister Bimal Rathnayake told Newswire that the ministry has decided to set up a dedicated counter at the Katunayake Airport for this purpose.

The ministry intends to officially launch the new procedure with effect from 03 August this year.

Per the existing regulations, foreign tourists are required to obtain a temporary driver’s licence from the Motor Traffic Department office in Werahera.

According to Minister Rathnayake, the new move aims to streamline the process and improve convenience for tourists. (Newswire)