Port City Colombo (PCC) provides various visas for those interested in living in the city for residential, business, investment, and employment reasons, facilitated by the preferential green channel for visas through the Colombo Port City Economic Commission. Supplementary benefits are available depending on the type of visa required and fulfilment of eligibility criteria, including visas for spouses and children and a work permit for spouses. For further information regarding visas, refer to the tables provided below.
| Port City Colombo visa category | Eligibility criteria | Term (Renewable) | Supplementary benefits | Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Investor | Minimum investment of $100,000 for 5 years or $200,000 for 10 years in Port City Colombo | 10 years | Visas for spouse and children Spouse is permitted to work in Port City Colombo | $200 |
| Business | Directors, shareholders, and partners of an Authorised Person | 5 years | Visas for spouse and children Spouse is permitted to work in Port City Colombo with a separate employment visa | $200 |
| Employment | Employees of an Authorised Person | Up to 5 years or tenure of employment contract | Visas for spouse and children Spouse is permitted to work in Port City Colombo with a separate employment visa | $200 |
| Resident | Lessee of a Residential Property in the Colombo Port City | Up to 5 years or tenure equal to the term in the lease agreement | Visas for spouse and children Lessee and the spouse is permitted to work in Port City Colombo with a separate employment visa | $200 |
