Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka’s proximity to major trade routes and key Indian Ocean ports positions it as a natural hub for logistics and transshipment. The Colombo Port is one of South Asia’s busiest, and infrastructure investments in port terminals and logistics zones are drawing greater international attention. We support clients evaluating Sri Lanka as a node in cross-border supply chains and regional trade strategy.

The Sri Lankan government welcomes foreign investment and offers streamlined processes through the Board of Investment (BOI), particularly in sectors like apparel, tourism, logistics, and renewable energy. Tax holidays, land access, and repatriation guarantees are available under BOI-promoted zones. Our local partner helps investors navigate sector-specific requirements, licensing needs, and incentive schemes aligned with government priorities.

While Sri Lanka has made strides in economic reform and business process simplification, challenges remain in regulatory predictability, foreign exchange controls, and administrative procedures. Our alliance provides clear, up-to-date guidance to help businesses manage local compliance and risk. We also work with clients to ensure operational alignment with Sri Lanka’s labor, tax, and reporting obligations.

As regional integration strengthens under initiatives like BIMSTEC and Indo-Pacific trade networks, Sri Lanka is enhancing ties with India, Bangladesh, and ASEAN. Investors are increasingly positioning Sri Lanka as a complementary base for regional operations, sourcing, or service delivery. We assist businesses in evaluating Sri Lanka’s fit within multi-country expansion plans, especially when coordinated with India-based operations.