Sri Lanka is entering a new era of opportunity.
A strategic Indian Ocean location, skilled people, established export industries, tourism assets and a growing pipeline of investable projects create a distinctive proposition for international investors.
A country transforming. An economy opening new opportunities.
Sri Lanka is positioning itself for a new phase of growth, investment and international opportunity. Its location along major Indian Ocean trade routes connects South Asia with the Middle East, Europe and East Asia, while the country combines established export capabilities with strong potential in tourism, food, agriculture, renewable energy, manufacturing, technology, logistics and wellness.
For investors prepared to evaluate projects carefully, today's transformation offers the possibility to participate early in the country's next stage of development.
Sri Lanka has the potential to become one of Asia's most dynamic and competitive economies.
Strategic location
Positioned on major Indian Ocean shipping routes with access to fast-growing South Asian and Asian markets.
Investor framework
The Board of Investment promotes foreign and local investment and provides investor facilitation across priority sectors.
Diverse sectors
Opportunities span manufacturing, IT, logistics, tourism, agriculture, food processing, infrastructure and renewable energy.
45 tax treaties
Sri Lanka has double-taxation avoidance agreements with 45 countries, supporting cross-border investment structures.
Investment protection
Investment protection treaties with multiple countries provide an additional framework for international investors.
Foreign ownership
100% foreign ownership is permitted in many BOI investment sectors, subject to sector-specific laws and restrictions.
Potential does not remove risk.
Every project should be assessed on its own merits. Land title, approvals, tax treatment, ownership restrictions, financial assumptions, contracts and projected returns should be verified with qualified legal, tax, financial and technical advisers before an investment decision is made.