Can I get a temporary motorcycle driving permit at Colombo Airport?

Yes, eligible foreign visitors may get a short-term motorcycle driving licence in Sri Lanka at Bandaranaike International Airport, near Colombo. The Department of Motor Traffic runs a conversion option for drivers who meet the rules for motorcycle and certain light vehicle licences.

You can use the service at a marked counter in the arrivals hall. To apply, you need a valid full driving licence from your home country. That licence should still have at least one year left before it expires. You also must bring your passport and entry documents. If your licence is not in English, you may need a translation, depending on what the office asks for.

The airport instructions say the temporary licence can be valid for up to five months. However, the airport fee table shows longer time periods too. Since these points do not match, check the current validity period, the current charges, and the exact processing steps with the Department of Motor Traffic before you travel.