Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment - SLBFE

Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment (SLBFE) plays a pivotal role in regulating and facilitating the process of foreign employment for Sri Lankan employees. Established in 1985 under the Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment Act, presently operates under the purview of the Ministry of Labour and Foreign Employment, and its functions are carried out through an island wide network and as well as the global network in 13 countries.

The SLBFE through its regulatory functions, welfare services, and reintegration initiatives, strives to ensure the protection, well-being, and empowerment of Sri Lankan migrant workers, contributing to the sustainable development of the country’s labor migration sector. SLBFE collaborates closely with international organizations, foreign governments & other stakeholders to foster bilateral agreements, promote ethical recruitment practices, and enhance the overall welfare and protection of Sri Lankan migrant workers.