Our offices, Teaching Centres and Libraries will be closed, all events suspended until further notice. May/June 2020 school exams are cancelled globally.

IELTS tests will resume in June.

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Welcome to the British Council in Sri Lanka

The British Council is the UK’s international organisation for cultural relations and educational opportunities. We are on the ground in six continents and over 100 countries, bringing international opportunity to life, every day. Find out more about us.

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Our collection includes over 50,000 latest books and many other resources. Join one of our libraries today!

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70 years in Sri Lanka

Making a lasting difference in Education and English, Arts, Society, and Women and Girls.

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SOCIETY

We facilitate dialogue and contribute to a more open, inclusive and prosperous world.

ARTS

We bring the best of UK creative talent to Sri Lanka and engage in innovative projects.

EDUCATION

We offer opportunities for English education and foster higher education collaboration.

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