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Sri Lanka Payroll Guide

Hire employees in Sri Lanka.

Currency

Sri Lankan Rupee (LKR)

Capital

Colombo (executive and judicial capital) / Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte (legislative capital)

Official language(s)

English

Sri Lanka Facts

Population

22,156,000

Capital

Colombo (executive and judicial capital) / Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte (legislative capital)

Offical language(s)

English

Currency

Sri Lankan Rupee (LKR)

Date format

dd/mm/yyyy

Fiscal year

1 January - 31 December

Why use PeoplePay?

Guaranteed Compliance

Robust, compliant payroll and hiring supported by a dedicated Account Manager.

Local Expertise

Avoid international payroll and hiring pitfalls including language barriers, regulations and employment laws.

Lower Costs

Reduced administration, no need for an in-country team, and consolidated, outsourced payroll.
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Who we work with

Sri Lanka Payroll

Get peace of mind with a streamlined, fully-managed payroll solution for 1+ employees.
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Sri Lanka HR

Helping you hire compliantly, steering you through the local HR laws and regulations.
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Sri Lanka Payments

Consolidated, one-wire transfers to cover your entire global workforce - at competitive rates.
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Sri Lanka Payroll & HR Solutions

PeoplePay Global are here to assist with all your Payroll and HR requirements in Sri Lanka.

In-Country Employment Contracts

Creation of locally-compliant Sri Lankan employment agreements, ensuring you and your employees are protected in-country. Our experts in Sri Lanka will create your bespoke agreement.

Payroll Processing

With global knowledge and local proficiency, we provide a fully-managed payroll solution that handles all the complex tasks, leaving you to focus on your business.

Tax and Labor Law

Sri Lanka’s complex legislation can be daunting. Our in-country specialists are an extended member of your team, steering you safely through tax and labor law.

Regulatory Compliance

Our in-country professionals provide a wealth of experience and expertise in Payroll & HR compliance, ensuring your venture complies with ever-changing legislation.

Start-Up Implementation

We’ll ensure you’re operational promptly in accordance with local law, advising on the best route for your business, whether it’s via a legal entity or foreign registration.

Declarations and Audits

Our local specialists will manage and submit annual declarations on your behalf, guaranteeing accurate and prompt reporting to the authorities and also providing support for audits.
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Our global reach and experience allows us to support your workforce expansion.

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countries covered

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transactions

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currencies supported

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Service

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Guidance

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