@sammoon
Canadian expat in Sri Lanka
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About me
Canadian
Lives in Colombo
Speaks English, Sinhala, little French, little Arabic, little Hindi
Registration: 15 January 2013
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The jobs that are the most in-demand for expats in Sri Lanka by Priscilla
Hello, We invite you to share some information regarding the job market for expats in Sri Lanka. This information will be incredibly helpful to anyone considering moving there, so we're very grateful for your contribution. What are the types ...
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The jobs that are the most in-demand for expats in Sri Lanka by Priscilla
Hello, We invite you to share some information regarding the job market for expats in Sri Lanka. This information will be incredibly helpful to anyone considering moving there, so we're very grateful for your contribution. What are the types ...
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Sri Lankan Dual Citizenship - Resumption by Reeyal123
Hi everyone, I am new to this forum so please bear with me. I am interested in obtaining Sri Lankan Dual Citizenship. I currently hold Australian and British Citizenship (born in the UK) but had Sri Lankan birth citizenship registration (which was ...
You will be applying for resumption of citizenship and yes you can apply with your dual passports, that is not an issue. Though you may apply from overseas at the Embassy, it is recommended you make the application at the Dept of Immigration in ... Read More
Opening a small business in Sri Lanka by faisal67
hi, my name is faisal muzaffar, iam originally an English Professor got Phd from usa. iam interested in opening a small business where i can bring some delicious and spicy snacks from pakistan and sell it ina shop where there is good traffic and ...
If you are a genuine business person and have a genuine intention, you can register a company here in Sri Lanka and obtain a Line Ministry of Approval which allows you and your dependents (immediate) family to live in Sri Lanka. If you are hiring ... Read More
New members of the Sri Lanka forum, introduce yourself here 2017 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Sri Lanka forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Ayubowan, Vanakkam, Assalamalaikum, Greetings: My name is Sarrah and I moved here years ago after being brought up in the UAE, post secondary schooling in the UK, Moving to the US where my family remains and getting residency in Canada. I am in ... Read More
typhoid in Colombo? by lanabyko
dear all, i will be traveling with my kid through sri lanka next week and will stay a few days in Colombo. Is it a lot of typhoid cases in the capital lately? the reason i'm so worried about it is because i got typhoid few months ago in Bali and ...
As far as I know there is no typhoid here but there is a vaccine if you want to be sure. Read More
Heavens !! *Tearing away my hair in exasperation* by glittershimmer
Hi everyone who is reading ! I have tried each and everyway to send some cash to my friend in urgent need in Sri Lanka but failed !! India is a receiving country so there is no chance that I can use Western union and the likes of it ! Swift wont ...
Send a bank draft. Your Indian bank will issue a bank draft as long as you given the reason and your particulars. Read More
Work visa by francesca915
Good afternoon everybody! Sorry for my english, I'm Italian and I'm a member of the Sri Lankan forum on the italian site version, but nobody can help me. I'm trying to move to Sri Lanka, and probably I will go there to help a local man in the ...
Ok thanks. I will. I am not sure what I paid for then. Approx $300. will check. My mistake. Read More
Work visa by francesca915
Good afternoon everybody! Sorry for my english, I'm Italian and I'm a member of the Sri Lankan forum on the italian site version, but nobody can help me. I'm trying to move to Sri Lanka, and probably I will go there to help a local man in the ...
Hi all: I am not sure how this blog works though I have paid for membership. My responses keep getting moderated off as an ad when I am giving helpful information that is welcome by the people who post. So probably this will be moderated off too and ... Read More
Living in Sri Lanka. Long Term by a40bill
Hi, new to this forum. We are a married british couple currently "living in Goa" but the visa situation is getting really akward now. So we are looking at trying to live in Sri Lanka. When we were last in Colombo in early February this year. the ...
If you are retired depending on your age you can apply for the Dream Home Program. This is the most ideal for retirees in Sri Lanka. RGS is also convenient but you do need to contribute to our economy with your skills or investment. I just realized ... Read More
How come Colombo Hotels are very expensive ? by jaison0133
I was going through few of the hotels in Colombo for my next trip, but looks these are expensive than anywhere else. like cinnamon, Hilton are above 220 USD level , is this worth or let me know the alternative options I usually travel for both fun ...
Both business and tourist people stay at Global Towers Residence. And it has some quirky restaurants around the area for real Sri Lankan food: Beach Wadiya where Queen Elizabeth has dined at on the beach! Lovely club called Kinross Club (you do have ... Read More
Want to work a bit to pay my way? by happy hacker
Appreciate some pointers to advice on this. British and do some beach work or stuff. Thanks. Am a PADI diver.
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Job & Visa Requirements by muteflower
Hi Guys, I am currently based in Bangalore and currently awaiting an job offer letter. Am having around 8yrs of IT experience. My queries are 1) What is the pay that i can expect 2) Cost of Living for a family of 4 with 1 kid in school 3) If I ...
1) What is the pay that i can expect Expat pays differ from our domestic market rates drastically. 2) Cost of Living for a family of 4 with 1 kid in school With rent, transport and kid in international school and living a luxurious life with gym ... Read More
Homeschooling in Sri Lanka by CC1
Hi I was wondering if home schooling was allowed in Sri Lanka? Thank you Caroline
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Opening a bank account in Sri Lanka by Julien
Hi all, is it difficult for expats to open a bank account in Sri Lanka ? Which documents are required to open a bank account in Sri Lanka ? How long does it take to open it ? Is there any restriction for expats regarding the services ...
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