As Sri Lanka’s diplomatic representation in the Netherlands, the Embassy of Sri Lanka in The Hague handles political, economic and consular relations.
Contact Details
| Address | Javastraat 2 C, 2585 AM The Hague, Netherlands |
| Telephone | +31 70 365 59 10 |
| Fax | +31 70 346 55 96 |
| mission@embsl.nl | |
| Head of Mission | Thilakamuni Rekha Nisansala Gunasekera, Ambassador |
| National Day | 4 February |
Opening Hours
No opening hours are published by the Dutch government. Check the embassy’s website or call before visiting.
Location of the Embassy
Before your visit
Visitors go to Javastraat 2 C, 2585 AM The Hague.
- Opening hours: not published by the Dutch government – check the embassy’s website or call before you go.
- Documents: take originals and photocopies, and a valid passport or identity card.
The embassy and its network in the Netherlands
Thilakamuni Rekha Nisansala Gunasekera heads the embassy as ambassador; the Dutch protocol list gives 26 June 2024 as the date of the presentation of credentials. Unlike in most countries, the embassies in the Netherlands are not in the capital Amsterdam but in The Hague, the seat of government. One honorary consulate supports Sri Lankan citizens in other parts of the Netherlands.
Consular services
Requests the consular staff deal with:
- Sri Lankan passports and emergency travel documents
- Powers of attorney and notarial acts
- Certificates for pensions abroad
- Visas for travellers who need one for Sri Lanka
- Help for citizens in difficulty – illness, arrest or loss of documents
Documents checklist
The most frequent applications and the documents the Sri Lankan authorities ask for:
Sri Lankan passport (new or renewal, abroad)
- Apply through the Sri Lankan mission in your country (or the nearest one) on Form K-35A, including the signed client undertaking
- Your current passport and a photocopy of the bio-data page
- Photo with the photo studio acknowledgement
- Original birth certificate and National Identity Card, each with a photocopy; marriage certificate for a married name
- Minors with parents abroad: consent letter and parents’ passport copies certified by the mission
- Urgent travel abroad: the mission can issue a one-way travel document
Sources: Department of Immigration and Emigration, Sri Lanka – overseas applications, Department of Immigration and Emigration, Sri Lanka – issue of passports (checked October 2026). Requirements and fees can change and individual posts may ask for more – confirm the current list with the embassy before your visit.
Do I need an appointment?
Walk-in capacity is limited, so check the procedure on the website first.
Visa and entry information for Dutch citizens
Dutch citizens need a visa for Sri Lanka, to be obtained before travelling. The Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs publishes the current entry rules in its travel advice (in Dutch); check it before booking.
Closing days
Expect the embassy to be closed on Dutch holidays such as King’s Day (27 April), Ascension Day and Whit Monday and on Sri Lanka’s national day (4 February). If your visit falls close to a holiday, confirm by phone or e-mail.
Emergency assistance
Sri Lankan nationals in urgent need of help can reach the embassy on +31 70 365 59 10. Consular staff can replace lost travel documents and inform family members; they do not provide legal representation or money. In the Netherlands, the emergency number is 112; for non-urgent police matters call 0900 8844.
Diplomatic missions of Sri Lanka in the Netherlands
Sri Lanka in the Netherlands
- The Hague – Embassy of Sri Lanka (this page)
- Ter Aar – Honorary Consulate
Frequently asked questions about the Embassy of Sri Lanka in The Hague
Where is the Sri Lankan Embassy in The Hague?
At Javastraat 2 C, 2585 AM The Hague.
Who is the ambassador of Sri Lanka to the Netherlands?
Thilakamuni Rekha Nisansala Gunasekera, who presented credentials on 26 June 2024, according to the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
When is the Sri Lankan national day?
The national day of Sri Lanka is 4 February; embassies usually close or hold a reception on that day.
Do I need a visa for Sri Lanka with a Dutch passport?
Yes, a visa is required before travelling.
Details checked on 11 October 2026. Sources: Government of the Netherlands – foreign representations in the Netherlands (government.nl, October 2026), Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs – ambassadors in the Netherlands (as of 2 September 2026), Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs – travel advice for Sri Lanka (Nederland Wereldwijd). Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the embassy before your visit.
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