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Take Your Business to Port City Colombo

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Apply Online

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Receive Approval in Principle

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Obtain Regulatory Clearances

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Receive Your Licence

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Apply Online

  1. Submit your Authorised Person Application Form available on Schedule I. If you also wish to register your business as an offshore company, you may need to submit an Offshore Company Registration Form.
  2. Prepare and submit all supporting documents.
  3. To apply for AP status, you will need to submit:
    1. Certificate of Incorporation of the corporate shareholder/partner/member/ founder with a minimum ownership interest of 5%
    2. Certified copies of the shareholder/partner/member/founder’s passport biodata page
    3. Certified copy of passport biodata page and work permit of all directors and members of the corporation’s management body
    4. Authorised signatory document
    5. A viable business plan that defines the proposed business objectives and scope of operations. Should cover:
      • Objective of establishment
      • Type of products or services
      • Target market
      • Business strategic plan
      • Internal policies
      • Risk management strategy
      • Human resource allocations (first year)
    6. Certified copies of the audited financial statements and reports for the past three years. Should include:
      • Balance sheet
      • Profit and loss account
      • Auditor’s statement (if the applicant is mandated by law to run audits)
  4. If you are registering a company, you will need to:
    • Provide a copy of a relevant charter, statute, or memorandum and articles of association that define the constitution of the company. Ensure the documents are translated into English by the company secretary or other regulatory authorities.
    • Include a certified copy of the company’s Certificate of Incorporation in its respective country. The certificate should be obtained within 30 days prior to the submission.
    • If the company is incorporated in Sri Lanka, you may need to provide a copy of the Registrar of Companies - Form 15 or 20 which clearly defines the Board of Directors
    • A company statement signed by the Board of Directors declaring that the company is free of legal impediments
  5. Pay your application processing fee of $2,500. Other fees and payment information can be found here.
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Receive Approval in Principle

  1. Collect your letter of Approval in Principle, offered by the discretion of the Colombo Port City Economic Commission.
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Obtain Regulatory Clearances

  1. Receive regulatory authority clearances through the Colombo Port City Economic Commission, which acts as the Single Window Investment Facilitator for Port City Colombo.
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Receive Your Licence

  1. Obtain your Authorised Person Licence which will permit you to conduct business in and from the Port City Colombo Area of Authority for 12 months.
  2. You will also receive an Investor Agreement and Certificate of Registration if your company is registered as an offshore company.
  3. For licence renewals, you can fill out and submit the Application for Renewal of Licence.
  4. You may need to submit annual returns through Schedule IV.

Why Invest in Port City Colombo

Strategically positioned in Sri Lanka, Port City Colombo (PCC) is an international business and financial centre providing a range of premium investment opportunities and first-of-its-kind lifestyle offerings.

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Why Invest in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka provides a host of exciting opportunities for investments and start-ups in a well-connected South Asian location. Positioned in the heart of the Indian Ocean, Sri Lanka is a strategic hotspot for global businesses and start-ups. The country’s favourable investment climate, backed by investor-friendly legal structures, strong political frameworks, and bilateral ties with major regional countries, presents a wide variety of exciting opportunities for business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs.

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Why Invest in Port City Colombo

Strategically positioned in Sri Lanka, Port City Colombo (PCC) is an international business and financial centre providing a range of premium investment opportunities and first-of-its-kind lifestyle offerings.

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As a Business

Located in one of the fastest-growing regions of South Asia, Port City Colombo sustains a future-forward business ecosystem. With cutting-edge multi-sector developments, a thriving business and financial centre, and a well-regulated economic climate, Port City Colombo is a destination of choice for leading international investors.

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As an individual

Port City Colombo is an exquisite lifestyle destination offering world-class hospitality and entertainment experiences. The residential spaces and public amenities at Port City Colombo integrate the latest technologies and sustainability principles, fuelling high-end regional development.

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Single Window Investment

By order of the Colombo Port City Economic Commission (CPCEC) Act of 2021, the Commission acts as the sole regulator within the Port City Area of Authority. The Commission oversees administrative processes, grants business licences, and manages social infrastructure to create a highly regulated and secure environment for investment.

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Why Invest in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka provides a host of exciting opportunities for investments and start-ups in a well-connected South Asian location. Positioned in the heart of the Indian Ocean, Sri Lanka is a strategic hotspot for global businesses and start-ups. The country’s favourable investment climate, backed by investor-friendly legal structures, strong political frameworks, and bilateral ties with major regional countries, presents a wide variety of exciting opportunities for business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs.

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Investment Opportunities

Sri Lanka is a global business destination strategically connected by land, sea, and air routes. The country’s business and financial centre - Port City Colombo, offers a wide range of investment opportunities across diverse high-income sectors, driving regional business and economic growth.

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Land Development Investments

Investors can look forward to purchasing high-value land and real estate investments at Port City Colombo, enjoying exciting investor benefits such as corporate income tax holidays and enhanced capital allowances on their property.

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Business Set-Up and Investments

Aspiring entrepreneurs and business owners can enjoy high-return investments in key thrust sectors such as banking and finance, information technology, and the startup ecosystem, benefitting from tax exemptions and long-term tax holidays.

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Visas

Port City Colombo offers a number of visa options across residential, business, investment, and employment categories for people interested in living and investing in the region. These visa plans may include supplementary benefits such as visas for spouses and children depending on the type of visa and eligibility. All visa processes are facilitated through the preferential green channel for visas through the Colombo Port City Economic Commission.

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Areas of Business

International Trade

Shipping Logistics Operations

Offshore Banking and Financial Services

Information Technology

Business Process Outsourcing

Corporate Headquarters Operations

Regional Distribution Operations

Tourism and Other Ancillary Services

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Single Window Investment Facilitator Services at Port City Colombo

The Colombo Port City Economic Commission (CPCEC) functions as a Single Window Investment Facilitator for Port City Colombo (PCC) under the Colombo Port City Economic Commission Act No.11 of 2021. Here are some of the top services and benefits PCC provides its investors.

The Colombo Port City Economic Commission (CPCEC) facilitates the business registration process of companies looking to operate in Port City Colombo. Business owners can now apply for Authorised Person (AP) licences, register their companies, and obtain licence renewals directly through the CPCEC.

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The Colombo Port City Economic Commission provides a green channel for issuing investor visas. The regulatory body oversees the investor visa documentation process, issues work permits and offers visa extensions, ensuring investors can set a base in Sri Lanka hassle-free.

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Downtown Duty-Free Mall business operations are regulated by the Colombo Port City Economic Commission, creating a streamlined business environment where company owners can grow their businesses while enjoying high-return profits.

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Real estate purchases and land development investments are facilitated according to the Development Control Regulations (DCR) through the Colombo Port City Economic Commission (CPCEC). Investors can look forward to purchasing high-value land and property in a well-constructed urban development zone by obtaining a permit through the CPCEC.

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As a Single Window Investment Facilitator for the Port City Colombo region, the Colombo Port City Economic Commission (CPCEC) streamlines business registration services, manages regional operations, and maintains regulatory compliance. The CPCEC also supports investors through long-term fiscal incentives such as tax exemptions and tax holidays.

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Through the Colombo Port City Economic Commission, investors can set up and operate businesses outside the Port City Colombo region until the infrastructure development is complete. Investors registering before 2026 are entitled to full benefits under the Colombo Port City Economic Commission Act.

The Colombo Port City Economic Commission maintains comprehensive regulatory governance and supervision to ensure businesses run smoothly. Progressive employment regulations support the employment of non-residents and generate highly lucrative multi-sector employment opportunities.

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