Getting an AAC endorsement to drive a rented Tuk Tuk in Sri Lanka
3 Answers from travellers
Yes, absolutely. An IDP for a car (Class B) or motorcycle (Class A) does not automatically cover a three-wheeler (Class G) under Sri Lankan law. You must visit the AAC office in Colombo with your IDP, passport, and a passport-sized photo to get the specific local endorsement. If you get pulled over without this, the police will fine you for driving without a valid license.
Do not skip this! The traffic police along the Galle Road actively look for foreigners driving tuk-tuks to check their paperwork. It is an instant 25,000 LKR fine if you do not have the local endorsement stamp.
Many reputable tuk-tuk rental companies will actually process this AAC endorsement for you before you arrive. You just send them a scan of your IDP and passport, and the paperwork is waiting in the glovebox when you pick up the vehicle.
Scam Watch: colombo
Driver claims the meter is broken and quotes an inflated flat rate. Common on arrival at airport or railway stations when tourists are tired and disoriented.
Drivers wearing official-looking uniforms claim to be "government-approved" and charge 3-5x normal rates. They may have fake badges or ID cards.
Women with babies approach asking you to buy milk powder at a nearby shop (not cash). The shop is run by accomplices and charges 5-10x normal price.
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