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Should you return? Sri Lankans who came back from NZ/UK – regrets and wins

The Irresistible Call of Home: Why They Returned For many Sri Lankans who built successful lives in New Zealand or the United Kingdom, the decision to return was not driven by failure abroad, but by a powerful, persistent pull from the island they still called home. It’s a feeling that goes beyond...

Jan 10, 2026 5

Immigration 6 min read

Avoid these 5 migration mistakes: Sri Lankan student visa refusals and appeals.

Introduction: The Dream and the Hurdle For countless ambitious students in Sri Lanka, the dream of studying in Australia is a powerful one. It’s a vision of world-class universities, vibrant multicultural cities, and a future brimming with global opportunities. This isn't just about earning a degr...

Jan 10, 2026 5

Immigration 6 min read

Working Holiday Visa Australia for Sri Lankans: Ballot, jobs, extensions in regional areas

The Ballot System: Your First Step to Australia Due to the high demand and limited number of places available for Sri Lankan citizens, Australia uses a ballot system for the Work and Holiday (subclass 462) visa. This process ensures that every eligible person has a fair and equal chance of bei...

Jan 10, 2026 6

Immigration 6 min read

2026 Aus visa changes for Sri Lankans: Level 2 risks, partner visa pitfalls, employer sponsorship

2026 Australian Visa Changes for Sri Lankans Navigating the 2026 Australian Visa Landscape for Sri Lankans As Australia implements its new migration strategy, the visa landscape in 2026 will present distinct challenges for Sri Lankan applicants. A proactive approach and...

Jan 10, 2026 6

Immigration 6 min read

Salary vs expenses: Sri Lankan doctor's pay in UK vs home, with tax/remittance math

The Great Debate: Why Sri Lankan Doctors Look to the UK A Tale of Two Payslips: Salary vs. Expenses The decision for a Sri Lankan doctor to move to the UK often boils down to a complex financial equation that goes far beyond the headline salary. While life in Sri Lanka offers a lower cost of livin...

Jan 10, 2026 5

Immigration 6 min read

Cost of living breakdown: Is migrating from Sri Lanka to Aus/NZ worth the sacrifice?

The Starting Point: Economic Realities in Sri Lanka For many Sri Lankans, the dream of a stable and prosperous future at home has become a daily struggle against powerful economic headwinds. The recent economic crisis was not a sudden event but the culmination of years of instability, lea...

Jan 10, 2026 6

Immigration 7 min read

Mental health for Sri Lankan migrants: Coping with homesickness, winters, and isolation in Canada/UK

The Silent Struggle: Acknowledging the Migrant's Mental Load Beyond the visible challenges of adapting to a new country lies a silent, often unacknowledged burden: the migrant’s mental load. For Sri Lankans in Canada or the UK, this is more than just missing the warmth of the sun or the taste of h...

Jan 10, 2026 6

Immigration 6 min read

First-year struggles in New Zealand: Sri Lankan family's housing hunt, job hunt, and culture adaptation

A New Beginning: Hopes Meet Reality The Silva family arrived in Christchurch with hearts full of hope, their minds painted with images of serene landscapes and a prosperous future for their children. They envisioned a smooth transition, a welcoming start to their new chapter in Aotearoa. However,...

Jan 10, 2026 5

Immigration 7 min read

10 Sri Lankan Engineers in Australia: From Colombo IT job to Sydney downskilling – real stories

The Lure of Down Under: Why Sri Lanka's Tech Talent Looks to Australia For years, Sri Lanka's burgeoning tech sector was a source of national pride, with Colombo's IT hubs producing a generation of highly skilled and ambitious engineers. Yet, a perfect storm of economic headwinds and political ins...

Jan 10, 2026 5

Immigration 6 min read

Canada Express Entry for IT pros from Sri Lanka: CRS scores, PNP options, and family sponsorship

Understanding Canada's Express Entry for Sri Lankan IT Talent Express Entry is not an immigration program itself, but rather a streamlined online system Canada uses to manage applications from skilled workers worldwide. For IT professionals in Sri Lanka, it represents the most direct pathway to...

Jan 10, 2026 5

Immigration 7 min read

UK Health & Care Worker Visa: Fast-track for Sri Lankan nurses/doctors with dependents

UK Health & Care Worker Visa Opportunity Why the UK Needs You: The Health & Care Worker Visa Opportunity The United Kingdom’s renowned National Health Service (NHS) and wider care sector are actively seeking dedicated medical professionals to fill critical roles...

Jan 10, 2026 5

Immigration 6 min read

NZ Accredited Employer Work Visa for Sri Lankans: Job search, documentation, and 2-3 year wait realities

Understanding the AEWV Pathway for Sri Lankans The Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) is New Zealand's primary work visa and the main route for Sri Lankan nationals seeking employment in the country. This visa directly links you to a specific employer who has been approved by Immigration New Zea...

Jan 10, 2026 5