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Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka to the United Nations in New York

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Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka to the United Nations in New York, located at 820 Second Avenue, 2nd Floor. View a location map, get driving directions or find information about the address, consular services, office hours, and head of mission (HOM).

  • Permanent Mission Address

    820 Second Avenue, 2nd Floor
    New York, NY 10017
    United States

  • Telephone

    (212) 986-7040

  • Fax

    (212) 986-1838

  • Email

  • Office Hours

    Wednesday 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
    Thursday 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
    Friday 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
    Saturday Closed
    Sunday Closed
    Monday 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
    Tuesday 9:00 AM–5:00 PM

    Status: 🔒 Closed – Opens today at 9:00 AM

    🕒 Current time in New York: 4:16 AM, Wednesday June 10, 2026

Location Map

Located at 820 Second Avenue, 2nd Floor, the mission is near key landmarks like United Nations Headquarters and Chrysler Building. Use the map below for detailed directions and nearby points of interest.

Location map of the Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka to the United Nations in New York

Visa Requirements

If you hold an American passport, you are required to obtain an eVisa or eTA to enter Sri Lanka.

Note: Visa requirements are determined by your nationality and the reason for your visit. Exceptions may arise based on the length of stay, specific conditions, or travel purpose.

Head of Mission

Jayantha Chandrasiri Jayasuriya, Ambassador Extraordinary & Plenipotentiary and Permanent Representative

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Types of Sri Lankan Passports

Sri Lankan government issues several types of passports including:

Regular Passport: This is the standard passport issued to Sri Lankan citizens for general travel purposes.
Diplomatic Passport: Diplomatic passports are issued to Sri Lankan diplomats and individuals representing the Sri Lankan government on diplomatic missions abroad.
Official Passport: Official passports are issued to Sri Lankan government officials, employees of state institutions, and individuals representing the Sri Lankan government on official business or diplomatic missions.

Emergency Certificate (EC)

An Emergency Certificate (EC) is a one-way travel document issued to Sri Lankan citizens who have lost their passports or have no valid travel documents to return to Sri Lanka on an emergency basis.

Online Resources

Explore the diplomatic mission's contact details and services. Visit their official website or follow them on their social media platforms.

Additional Missions in United States

Besides Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka to the United Nations in New York, Sri Lanka also has 6 representations in the following cities of United States:


View All Diplomatic Missions of Sri Lanka in United States

Diplomatic Missions in Neighboring Countries

Explore the diplomatic missions of Sri Lanka in neighboring countries or regions of United States.

See also

United States in Sri Lanka

United States has representation in the following city:

Nearby Landmarks

Nearby Airports

  • Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
    (11.46 miles away)
    Newark
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  • John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
    (12.62 miles away)
    New York
    Get Directions
  • Stewart International Airport (SWF)
    (52.51 miles away)
    Newburgh
    Get Directions

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This page was last edited on 02 March 2026 at 01:42 PM (EST).

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