COLOMBO (News 1st); In line with the recent guidelines issued by the health authorities due to the prevailing COVID-19 situation, the Consular Affairs Division of the Foreign Ministry has limited its operating hours from 7.30 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. daily.

The Consular Affairs Division will prioritize its services to those in urgent/genuine need during the coming weeks.

The consular services, except in the cases of deaths of Sri Lankans overseas and attestation of export documents and related certificates, are provided strictly by appointment only.

The Foreign Ministry requests the general public to contact the Consular Affairs Division on Tel: 011 2335942, 011 2338836 and 011 2338812 or e-mail [email protected] to make an appointment.

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