Memoranda of Understanding (MoU)

Asia-Pacific Region

New Zealand
New Zealand

MoU with International Centre for Migration Policy Development (ICMPD) Signed: December 11, 2023 Status: Valid and Existing

Establishing the Migrant Resource Centre to champion safe migration and worker rights.

Japan

Japan Technical Intern Training Programme for Sri Lankan Technical Interns Signed: July 25, 2017 Status: Valid and Existing

Opening pathways for Sri Lankan professionals to gain valuable skills in Japan’s dynamic industries.

Japan
New Zealand
Republic of Korea

Employment Permit System (EPS) Signed: November 29, 2017 (Renewed) Status: Valid and Existing (Currently in the process of renewal)

Facilitating transparent and regulated employment opportunities through Korea’s trusted EPS framework.

Republic of Korea

Republic of Korea National Pension Benefits Reception

Signed: November 22, 2011

Status: Valid and Existing

Ensuring Sri Lankan workers in Korea receive their rightful pension benefits.

Japan
New Zealand
Republic of Korea

Republic of Korea Seasonal Worker Program with Yeongwol-gun, Gangwon State 

Signed: August 27, 2025

Status: Valid and Existing

Connecting Sri Lankan seasonal workers with agricultural and fishing communities in Yeongwol-gun.