@Rathnavali
Sri lankan citizen
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Sri lankan
Lives in Colombo
Registration: 22 May 2012
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Considering the purchase of a small home by Marys man
Hello all,I am a recent legal resident based on my marriage to my Lankan wife. We have tried for 4 years to obtain spousal visas to USA, my home. All have failed but we are still trying. So it is time to have the plan B of me living here most of the ...
@Marys manTitle search is important which is done by a lawyer/notary. Yes, getting a survey done is also important to ascertain that you have the land extent indicated on the seller's own Deed of Transfer. Please also check whether owner's land ... Read More
present situation in sri lanka by amit.rathod13
How is present situation in sri lanka? Is it safe there to migrate to work in sri lanka
@amit.rathod13 The country situation is normal now. There are no power cuts or water cuts. Food available in supermarkets. Rupee has depreciated and therefore it is good for people coming with foreign currencies. Overall a beautiful scenic country ... Read More
The crisis situation in Sri Lanka. Come or not come now? by Swede Becca
Hi everyone! I was before the crisis considering relocating and settling down in Sri Lanka but have now reconsidered because of the current situation. What do you guys say who live in Sri Lanka allready? Should I look at another country ...
@Swede Becca Every country has its ups and downs. It is the poor people over here who are at a disadvantage due to lack of jobs and cash for day to day living. People who come here with their own income do not have a problem since there is food in ... Read More
HARRASSMENT IN SRI LANKA AIRPORT by Sujith Fernando
Hello everyone.im a new member here..I’m looking for someone who can give me an advice what to do about those officers on arrival area of Sri Lanka airport..coz mostly all filipinos whose staying with me from Qatar has been interrogated and ...
Please write to the Bribery Commission of Sri Lanka. You can get all contact information from the internet. They will investigate this complaint and take action against the errant officer/s. It would be helpful if the victim can get the name or some ... Read More
Living and investing destination - Sri Lanka by Olivia Mayor
Hi,, I'm Olivia, Came to Sri Lanka few months back. Traveled to few destinations there and I'm truly in love with this wonderful country. the food and people are so nice. I would like to start a guest house or a Holiday Bungalow in Sri ...
You can lease a property and thereafter operate it as a guest house. But you cannot do that on a tourist visa. If you can register it as a Board of Investment approved entity, it would be possible to request a short term resident visa. The ... Read More
Tax on sale of property in Sri Lanka by GirlfromUK
Hi guys, My partner owns property in Sri Lanka. Neither he nor I hold Sri Lankan passports. He is of Sri Lankan descent. The land was a gift from his parents. I know we can sell the property legally to a local. Now my question is, do we have to ...
Yes, the Seller has to pay Capital Gains Tax on the sale of the property. CGT is 10% of the profit margin (that is; the difference between the sale price and the cost of the property as at 30.9.2017). Cost of the property is based on a valuation as ... Read More
How to care for parents at Sri Lanka? by Yellowpostit
Hi My wife and I live in Australia. My brother also lives in Australia and we are only able to visit SL once a year. My father is a patient but my mother is in good health. Recently, I'm very worried about the well being of my parents whilst ...
Over here, we have organizations providing live in Home Nursing for elderly patients. They are Care Givers. I am engaging such Care Givers for my elderly parents who live with me. Read More
Foreigners cannot own land anymore? by Dannoush
Hi all I was looking at some articles online and a few mention that laws have changed and that a foreigner you cannot own land in Sri Lanka anymore, unless you're leasing it for 99 years. Is this true? Has this law come into effect? This is one ...
Foreigners cannot own immovable property other than a condominium unit on the 4th floor and above of a subdivided building. The restriction on leasing immovable property has been lifted by a Gazette Notice issued on 1st January 2016. Ajithaa ... Read More
Property sales tax for non citizens in Sri Lanka by reeyal
Hi everyone, I have a friend who recently inherited a property in Galle after his mother died. He is a non-citizen and is now considering selling the property. Does anyone know what tax/fees would be payable from the sale? Thanks
If the property value is above Rs. 4 Million, he can acquire title, but only after his inheritance is established through a testamentary case. As the next of kin, he can inherit property belonging to his mother, even though he is a non-citizen. ... Read More
Buying land/property in Srilanka by lankanexpat
We are expats living in Colombo for many years. We have legally adopted a Sri Lankan kid few years ago. We were initially planning to go back to our country but after the kid came into picture our approach has changed. We are planning to settle down ...
I have commented elsewhere on this blog that foreigners can buy property without the 100% tax if its above the 4th floor of a condominium property. (The car parking floors are excluded in determining the floor level) Also please note that the stamp ... Read More
Buying property in Sri Lanka by Christine
Hi, can a foreigner buy property in Sri Lanka? If so, is it complicated? What is the process of purchasing a property in Sri Lanka? Any tips for buying property, such as a check-list of items to verify ? Thanks in advance for ...
You are right....there is currently a restriction on foreign ownership of property. But this does not apply to condominium units above the 4th floor of a subdivided building. (Car parking floors excluded) I am a lawyer and thought of making this ... Read More
Long-term shared flat in Colombo 7? by vapham2000
Hi guys, I am brand-new to this website and forum. I will be in Sri Lanka in July this year to work for an international NGO for at least 2 years, and am looking at different accommodation options in Colombo. I love Colombo 7, and am thinking ...
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