Status Update: Sri Lanka’s E-Passport Procurement Process 📜

• Current Status: Cabinet Spokesman Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa confirmed the tender for issuing personalized e-passports to the Department of Immigration and Emigration (DIE) is still in the evaluation phase. • Key Figures: • Total Bidders: 8 foreign companies have submitted bids following the tender notice issued on 27 April 2025. • Authority: Final selection remains with the Procurement Committee, adhering strictly to Government procurement guidelines. • Sector Impact: This transition to ICT-driven travel documents is critical for national security and modernizing the public service infrastructure. The government aims to ensure transparency amid media reports and allegations regarding the evaluation process. 📈 • Context: While companies are free to present their cases, no final decision has been reached. The process aims to resolve ongoing passport issuance challenges through digital transformation. _Note: Information based on official Cabinet briefing on May 5, 2026._