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Allowed, but an authority can refuse the permit.
Nationwide, any home, bungalow or apartment rented to tourists must be registered and licensed by SLTDA under the Tourism Act No. 38 of 2005, after an inspection and committee evaluation that can refuse it.
Property eligibility: Not assessed A market overview can't tell whether a specific home qualifies (zoning, permits, HOA).
17 rules on record for Sri Lanka (nationwide). Every rule traced to its official source. How we research
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Source: sltda.gov.lk (official), checked 25 Oct 2026. Official links, citations and how to apply come with a paid plan.
Yes, if you get a permit the authority can refuse. Nationwide, any home, bungalow or apartment rented to tourists must be registered and licensed by SLTDA under the Tourism Act No. 38 of 2005, after an inspection and committee evaluation that can refuse it.
Yes, a licence or registration is required.
We last checked the short-term rental rules for Sri Lanka (nationwide) on 25 Oct 2026.
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