The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has decided to resume document attestation services offered by its Consular Affairs Division to a limited number of clients per day with effect from tomorrow (11), strictly on a prior appointment basis.

In a notice published today, the ministry said the decision has been taken to ensure uninterrupted efficient service for the general public in line with the health-protective measures introduced.

Accordingly, an appointment should be made through the following web extension or telephone number prior to visiting the Consular Affairs Division and the appointments will be available only from 10.00 a.m. to 2.00 p.m. during working days:

• Web extension: http://consular.mfa.gov.lk/ONLINEBOOKING
• Telephone: +94 112 338 812

Those who have not made an appointment in this manner will not be allowed to enter the office premises located at the Ceylinco Building in Colombo 01, the ministry said adding that people living in areas of isolation or curfew should refrain from visiting the office during this time.

For queries related to death, compensation, repatriation and miscellaneous matters of Sri Lankans overseas, the following contact numbers have been made available:

• Fax: +94 112 473 899
• E-mail: consular@mfa.gov.lk

The foreign ministry noted that Regional Consular Offices in Matara and Jaffna will also be opened for the general public during working days. Visitors are urged to make an appointment in advance through the following telephone numbers:

• Regional Consular Office in Matara: +94 412 226 697
• Regional Consular Office in Jaffna: +94 212 215 972