If you permanently live in Sri Lanka, have spent 183 days or more there in 12 months, work for the state or work on a Sri Lankan ship, you are a resident.

What is the personal income tax rate?

18%.

How much does a business pay?

Corporate income tax is 28% and VAT is 11%.

How is rental income taxed?

Separately, at 20%.

How much do I need to earn for the Sri Lanka nomad visa?

From $2,000 a month received from abroad. Each dependant beyond the first two adds another $500 a month. Income is proved with bank statements and contracts, so build that history in advance.

How much does the Sri Lanka digital nomad visa cost?

The visa fee is $500. On top of that come translations, certificates and document preparation. The final cost depends on family size and how many papers have to be reissued.

What to do when you visit

What to see in Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte

Sight

Sri Lankan Parliament Building

Geoffrey Bawa's elegant parliament complex, set on an artificial island in Diyawanna Lake.

Sight

Kotte Raja Maha Vihara

An ancient 1415 Buddhist temple known for its painted walls and reclining Buddha statue.

Park

Diyawanna Lake

A scenic wetland lake where dawn visitors can spot dozens of bird species.

Park

Diyatha Uyana Park

A lakeside promenade park with a floating restaurant and rows of plant and flower stalls.

Museum

Kotte Museum

A small museum tracing the history of the 15th-century Kingdom of Kotte's ancient capital.

Museum

Colombo National Museum

The country's leading museum, holding royal regalia and Sri Lankan art, a twenty-minute drive away.

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