Sri Lanka Sri Lanka My Dream Home — Residency Program
🏠 OVERVIEW
Initial Duration
24 months
Renewable
Yes
(24 mo)
Residence visa for retirees aged 55+ with $15,000 fixed deposit and $1,500/month income remittance.
🪙 INVESTMENT OPTIONS
| Type | Min Amount | USD Equivalent | Holding | Returnable | Required |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bank deposit | USD 15,000 | $15,000 | -- | Yes | Required |
💰 FINANCIAL REQUIREMENTS
Income Requirement
$1,500/mo
Pension Requirement
$1,500/mo
Savings Required
$15,000
Application Fee
$200
📋 ELIGIBILITY
Min Age
55+
Criminal Record Check
Required
Health Check
Not required
Health Insurance
Required
💼 WORK RIGHTS
Employment
Not allowed
Self-Employment
Not allowed
Own Business
Not allowed
Work Permit Included
No
👨👩👧 FAMILY & DEPENDENTS
Dependents Allowed
Yes
Spouse Included
Yes
Max Child Age
18
Parents Allowed
No
Extra per Dependent
$750
💰 TAX DETAILS
Tax Regime
Territorial
Foreign Income Taxed
No
Capital Gains Taxed
No
🌍 BENEFITS & MOBILITY
Bank Account
Can open
Property Purchase
Allowed
Public Healthcare
No access
📝 HOW TO APPLY
Method
in country
Processing Time
14–45 days
Apply from Abroad
Yes
📝 NOTES
$15,000 fixed deposit in approved Sri Lankan bank. Monthly remittance: $1,500 principal, $750 per spouse/dependent child. Visa fee $200/year per person. Medical insurance required. Employment prohibited.
📋 ALSO IN SRI LANKA
Sri Lanka also offers a digital nomad visa for remote workers:
- Digital Nomad Visa (digital nomad visa)