Restrictions on outward investment by Sri Lanka due to COVID-19
Trade barrier summary
Sri Lanka has placed indefinite restriction on overseas investment until their current account balance recovers post COVID-19.
This restriction is mainly for local investors and is not imposed on foreign investors. The latter are free to take out the money invested in government securities.
Sectors affected
- Financial and professional services
Resolved
No
Date reported
14 December 2020
Last updated
25 May 2023
Public ID
PID-GE3WOG
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