VFS Global has launched a new Korea Visa Application Centre in Colombo starting August 21, 2026, allowing Sri Lankan applicants to submit visa applications at a centrally located facility with mandatory prior appointment booking.
VFS Global, a global provider of visa and mobility services, has announced the establishment of a South Korea Visa Application Centre in Colombo. The facility will begin operations on August 21, 2026, and will serve visa applicants throughout Sri Lanka seeking to travel to the Republic of Korea. The centre is located on the 2nd Floor of No. 657, Dr. Danister de Silva Mawatha, Colombo 09.
Applicants wishing to submit their visa applications must book appointments in advance through online channels. The centre operates from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with application submissions accepted between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., and passport collection available from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. According to VFS Global Chief Operating Officer - South Asia Yummi Talwar, the modern facility aims to provide a comfortable and convenient application environment staffed with trained customer service representatives.
Deputy Head of Mission at the Korean Embassy in Sri Lanka, Eunji Kang, expressed hope that the partnership with VFS Global would enhance convenience and service quality for visa applicants. VFS Global has maintained a partnership with the South Korean government for visa processing since 2011, currently operating seven visa application centres across five countries.
The company clarifies that its responsibilities are limited to administrative tasks such as collecting application forms, documentation, and biometric enrollment. Final visa approval or rejection decisions remain the exclusive responsibility of the Korean Embassy. Applicants are advised to obtain visa requirements, fees, and appointment booking information exclusively through the official Korean Embassy website and VFS Global's official platform.
