Sri Lankan Driving Licence Services

Renewal of Sri Lankan Driving Licence

Documents Required

• Duly completed MTA 30/2 offline application form (original) (Available at the High Commission. Photocopies cannot be used. Form must be completed in BLACK ink only.)
• Current Driving Licence issued by the Department of Motor Traffic, Sri Lanka
• Medical Certificate from a GP confirming the applicant is fit to drive (click here to download the format)  
• Original valid passport with a copy
• Valid visa (e-visa share code or Irish Resident Permit card with a copy)
• Original National Identity Card (NIC) with a copy (Not mandatory if the NIC number appears in the passport or Driving Licence)
• Two black and white passport-size photographs (35mm × 45mm)

Apply for a Duplicate Sri Lankan Driving Licence

A duplicate licence may be issued if the original licence is lost, damaged, or illegible.

Documents Required

• Duly completed MTA 30/2 offline application form (original) (Available at the High Commission. Photocopies cannot be used. Form must be completed in BLACK ink only.)
• Police complaint report from the local police station where the applicant resides for the lost driving licence
• Medical Certificate from a GP confirming the applicant is fit to drive (click here to download the format)  
• Original valid passport with a copy
• Valid visa (e-visa share code or Irish Resident Permit card with a copy)
• Original National Identity Card (NIC) with a copy (Not mandatory if the NIC number appears in the passport or Driving Licence)
• Driving Licence Number or NIC Number must be provided to trace the records (Driving Licence copy can be submitted if available)
• Two black and white passport-size photographs (35mm × 45mm)

Change of Personal Details on Sri Lankan Driving Licence

Applicants may request changes to name or address details.

Documents Required

·        Duly completed MTA 30/2 offline application form (original) (Available at the High Commission. Photocopies cannot be used. Form must be completed in BLACK ink only.)

·        Current Driving Licence issued by the Department of Motor Traffic, Sri Lanka

·        Original valid passport with a copy

·        Valid visa (e-visa share code or Irish Resident Permit card with a copy)

·        Original National Identity Card (NIC) with a copy. (Not mandatory if the NIC number appears in the passport or Driving Licence)

·        Supporting documents relating to the requested change, such as: Birth Certificate/Marriage Certificate/Divorce Certificate/Resident Certificate (for address changes)

·        Two black and white passport-size photographs (35mm × 45mm)

Instructions for Completing the Application

• MTA 30/2 offline application forms are available at the Sri Lanka High Commission in London, and cannot be used with photocopies
• Applicant should come in person to submit their application.
• The form must be completed in English BLOCK LETTERS using BLACK ink only.
• Applicants must write the Sri Lankan Address and the National Identity Card (NIC) number in the relevant cages in the application.
• Do not write outside the scanning area of the form.
• In Part C of the application form, details of the Medical Certificate must be included.
• The medical certificate must indicate the applicant’s blood group.
• Black and white photographs must have a white background. (Passport Size: 35mm × 45mm)

Fees and Payment Details

*Other applicable charges will apply.

• Method of Payment – Cash, Debit/Credit card,
• Additional charges may apply if photocopies are taken at the High Commission
• Fees paid will not be refunded under any circumstances.