Sri Lanka Passport Online Appointment Booking 2026: Complete Guide

The Department of Immigration and Emigration of Sri Lanka requires applicants to schedule an online appointment prior to submitting passport applications. This system eliminates long queues and allows you to select a convenient date, time, and regional office for your application submission.

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Passport Service Overview 2026

Feature Details
Authority Department of Immigration and Emigration
Official Portal immigration.gov.lk
Service Categories Urgent (One Day Service) / Normal Service
Branch Locations Battaramulla (Head Office), Kandy, Matara, Vavuniya, Batticaloa
Photo Standard Authorized ICAO Digital Photo Reference

How to Book Your Passport Appointment Online

  1. Obtain an ICAO Digital Photo Reference Number:

    Visit a studio authorized by the Department of Immigration and Emigration. After taking your photo, obtain the printed Photo Reference Number (Acknowledgement Note).

  2. Access the Official Web Portal:

    Go to immigration.gov.lk and select “Online Passport Appointment Booking”.

  3. Fill in Required Information:

    Input your National Identity Card (NIC) number, active mobile phone number, and the ICAO Photo Reference Number provided by the studio.

  4. Select Service Branch & Appointment Slot:

    Choose your preferred location (Battaramulla, Kandy, Matara, Vavuniya, or Batticaloa) and pick an available date and time slot.

  5. Download & Print Confirmation:

    Once submitted, download the generated PDF Confirmation Slip and print it out to present on your appointment day.

Required Documents Checklist

  • Original Birth Certificate (with a certified photocopy).

  • Original National Identity Card (NIC) (with a photocopy).

  • ICAO Photo Reference Slip obtained from an authorized studio.

  • Current/Previous Passport (if applying for renewal or replacement).

  • Printed Online Appointment Confirmation Slip.

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