The easy way to collect Sri Lanka Stamps is by opening a Standing order Deposit Account (SODA). After you open a SODA you will receive all your stamps and other philatelic items automatically.

Each order will be accompanied by a statement of account which will indicate the current balance in your account.

But issues which are still on sale or any other items not covered by your SODA.

You may fund your SODA through Western Union Money transfer system, Money Gram or Electronic Money Transfer system or by Bank Draft, Certified Cheque, British Postal Order or International Money Order.

An initial deposit of at least US$ 50.00 or the equivalent in the othe approved currencies is required when opening an account.

All cheaque should be drawn in favour of the Postmaster General, Sri Lanka and should be crossed.

Please note that all orders will be despatched to you under Registered Mail and the postage incurred will be deducted from your account (overseas customers).

For opening a SODA, please send your remmitance with duly completed SODA FORM to the following address by registered post.

The Director,

Philatelic Bureau,

Sri Lanka Post,

Postal Headquarters,

# 310, D. R. Wijewardena Mawatha,

Colombo 01000,

Sri Lanka.