Driving licence services for Sri Lankans abroad – Sri Lanka in Australia

Sri Lankan licence holders abroad can renew, replace or amend their Sri Lankan driving licence through the mission, and obtain a name verification or authentication letter from the Department of Motor Traffic.

Where to apply in Australia

Sri Lanka High Commission, Yarralumla (Canberra, ACT) for ACT, NSW, QLD, WA and NT (and NZ and Pacific states); Sri Lanka Consulate-General, Melbourne for VIC, SA and TAS. Honorary consulates (Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth) are used to certify documents for postal applications.

Contact details for every office are on the page of the embassy and consulates of Sri Lanka.

How to apply

Request form MTA 30/2 by email | complete in black ink and attach documents | hand in Mon-Fri 9:30-13:30 with the licence, or post it

Documents you need

Form MTA 30/2
Copy of licence
Medical certificate within three months
Certified passport and visa copies
Certified NIC copy unless NIC is in the passport
Three 35x45 mm black-and-white photos
Request letter to the Commissioner General of Motor Traffic
Police report for duplicates
Proof of name or address change

Fees and processing time

Official fee: renewal AUD 150.00; duplicate AUD 150.00; change of details AUD 150.00; name verification letter AUD 89.00
Other charges: late renewal AUD 15.00 per year since expiry; postage AUD 10.00 in Australia (AUD 40.00 outside)

Good to know

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Official sources

Check before you apply

This page summarises information published by Sri Lanka's official channels, last checked on 24 octubre 2026. Fees and requirements can change at short notice, so confirm with the office that will handle your case.

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Sri Lanka: Driving licence services for Sri Lankans abroad in Australia