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This barrier is unrelated to the end of the transition period, following the United Kingdom's departure from the EU.

Public ID: PID-GE3WOG

Restrictions on outward investment by Sri Lanka due to COVID-19

in Sri Lanka

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
  • Financial and professional services

Resolved

No

Date reported

14 December 2020

Last updated

25 May 2023

Public ID

PID-GE3WOG

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