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Deputy High Commission of Sri Lanka in Chennai, India

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Deputy High Commission of Sri Lanka in Chennai, India, located at 56, Sterling Road. View a location map, get driving directions to the High Commission of Sri Lanka, or find information about the address, consular services, visa list, upcoming holidays, office hours, and head of mission (HOM).

  • High Commission Address

    56, Sterling Road
    Nungambakkam
    Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600034
    India

  • Telephone

    +91 44 2824 1896, +91 44 2825 2612

  • Fax

    +91 44 2824 1894, +91 44 2825 4242

  • Email

  • Office Hours

    Wednesday 9:00 AM–5:30 PM
    Thursday 9:00 AM–5:30 PM
    Friday 9:00 AM–5:30 PM
    Saturday Closed
    Sunday Closed
    Monday 9:00 AM–5:30 PM
    Tuesday 9:00 AM–5:30 PM

    Status: 🟢 Open now – Closes at 5:30 PM

    🕒 Current time in Chennai: 1:48 PM, Wednesday June 10, 2026

Location Map

Located at 56, Sterling Road, the high commission is near key landmarks like Valluvar Kottam and Thousand Lights Mosque. Use the map below for detailed directions and nearby points of interest.

Location map of the Deputy High Commission of Sri Lanka in Chennai, India

Upcoming Holidays

Please note that the High Commission may be closed on the following holidays. We recommend contacting the High Commission directly to confirm their operating hours or availability on these dates.

  • Muharram/Ashura: June 26 Flag of India
  • Esala Poya Day: July 29 Flag of Sri Lanka
  • Independence Day: August 15 Flag of India
  • Milad un-Nabi: August 26 Flag of Sri Lanka Flag of India

Available Services

The following is a brief list of services offered at the Deputy High Commission of Sri Lanka in Chennai, India:

  • Process passport applications
  • Process visa applications
  • Issuing emergency travel documents
  • Register marriages, births, and deaths
  • Police Clearance Certificate (PCC)

Visa Requirements

If you hold an Indian 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.

Common Visa Types

Citizens of qualified countries may be able to travel to Sri Lanka without a visa. The most common types of Sri Lanka visas are the following.

  • Visit visas
    • Tourist visit visa
  • Residence visas
    • Employment category visa
    • Investor category visa
    • Religious category visa
    • Student category visa
  • Business purpose visa
  • Registered Indians covered by the 1954 Indo-Lanka agreement
  • Ex- Sri Lankans and their dependants
  • Family members of a Sri Lankan
  • Diplomatic and official visa
  • My dream home visa programme
  • Resident guest visa programme

Head of Mission

Dr. Ganesanathan Geathiswaran, Deputy High Commissioner

Related Content

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 high commission and its resources. Visit their official website or follow them on their social media platforms.

Additional Missions in India

Besides Deputy High Commission of Sri Lanka in Chennai, India, Sri Lanka also has 2 representations in the following cities of India:


View All Diplomatic Missions of Sri Lanka in India

Diplomatic Missions in Neighboring Countries

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

India in Sri Lanka

India has 4 representations in the following cities:

Nearby Landmarks

  • Valluvar Kottam (1.23 km away)

    Kodambakkam High Road, Nungambakkam, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600034, India

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  • Thousand Lights Mosque (2.18 km away)

    Anna Salai, Royapettah, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600006, India

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  • Government Museum (2.18 km away)

    Pantheon Road, Egmore, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600008, India

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  • Chennai Central Railway Station (4.58 km away)

    Station Road, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600003, India

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  • Arignar Anna Zoological Park (26.63 km away)

    Vandalur, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600048, India

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  • Ashtalakshmi Temple (8.74 km away)

    Beach Road, Besant Nagar, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600090, India

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