Effective regulation lays the foundation for investor confidence, supports efficient functioning of the capital market and thereby builds the platform for economic growth. We attempt to ensure that our regulatory environment is relevant and effective and that our Securities law is tailored to meet the needs of the market and international best practices.  Click here to download the Securities and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka Act (Incorporating amendments up to 2009)

Securities and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka Act no. 36 of 1987 as Amended by act no. 26 of 1991, act no. 18 of 2003 and act No. 47 of 2009

Refer the SEC Act and amendments archive.

• The Securities Council Act, No. 36 of 1987  [English]   [Sinhala]   [Tamil]
• Securities Council Amendment Act No 26 oF 1991 [English]   [Sinhala]  [Tamil]
• The Securities and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka (Amendment) Act, No.18 of 2003  [English]    [Sinhala]   [Tamil]
• Securities and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka (Amendment) Act, No. 47 of 2009  [English]   [Sinhala]   [Tamil]