🇱🇰 Sri Lanka · Religious Worker
Religious Category — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Proof of savings | €1,308 |
| Job offer | Required |
| Employer sponsor | Required |
| Health insurance | Required (valid in-country) |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 12 months. Does not lead directly to permanent residence.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://www.immigration.gov.lk/pages_e.php?id=18.
Frequently asked
Does this visa lead to permanent residence?
No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Do I need health insurance?
Yes — valid health insurance in the country is required.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“- Request letter from Religious Organization”
“All residence visa applicants are requested to undergo Health Protection Plan (HPP)...”
“Visto/permissão de trabalhador religioso = residência TEMPORÁRIA ligada à organização religiosa patrocinadora; a fonte oficial não estabelece via de residência permanente a partir deste visto (PR = processo geral separado). not_applicable. Quote do programa: - Request letter from Religious Organization”
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-22.