Information on the specific procedure to obtain a new national identification card (NIC) which reflects the new place of residence can be found in the 17 March 1995 report by the Canadian High Commission in Colombo entitled "Questions From Ontario Region: Sri Lankan Conditions." This report is available in all Regional Documentation Centres.

The report states that it is possible for persons to apply for a new NIC following establishment of a permanent residence in a new location. Persons must provide proof of identity, such as a birth certificate, and proof of residence, such as telephone or electricity bills or a deed to a house. The report further indicates that it is advisable to apply for a new NIC upon establishing a new place of permanent residence in order to be eligible to vote in the new location. A non-resident in a sensitive area would likely invite additional questioning during identification checks by police or security forces.

Please consult Response to Information Request LKA20349.E of 6 April 1995 for further information on the obtention of new NICs.

This Response was prepared after researching publicly accessible information currently available to the DIRB within time constraints. This Response is not, and does not purport to be, conclusive as to the merit of any particular claim to refugee status or asylum.

Citizenship and Immigration Canada, International Services Group (ISG), Hull. 17 March 1995. Report of 17 March 1995 from the Canadian High Commission in Colombo entitled "Questions From Ontario Region: Sri Lankan Conditions."

Citizenship and Immigration Canada, International Services Group (ISG), Hull. 17 March 1995. Report of 17 March 1995 from the Canadian High Commission in Colombo entitled "Questions From Ontario Region: Sri Lankan Conditions."