Sri Lanka Personal Data Protection Act (No. 9 of 2022)
The Sri Lanka Personal Data Protection Act No. 9 of 2022 establishes a comprehensive data protection framework for Sri Lanka. It creates the Data Protection Authority of Sri Lanka, establishes data processing principles, individual rights, and obligations for controllers and processors. Applies to processing of personal data of individuals in Sri Lanka. Implementation phased over 18 months from commencement.
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Framework Domains (6)
Exemptions and Penalties
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| SLPDPA-15 | Exemptions (Section 40) |
| SLPDPA-16 | Penalties (Part VII) |
Part I — Legal Principles for Processing
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| SLPDPA-1 | Scope of Application (Section 2) |
| SLPDPA-2 | Legal Bases for Processing (Section 5) |
| SLPDPA-3 | Lawfulness, Transparency, and Accuracy |
Part II — Rights of Data Subjects
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| SLPDPA-4 | Right to Withdraw Consent |
| SLPDPA-5 | Right to Object and Access |
| SLPDPA-6 | Right to Rectification and Erasure |
| SLPDPA-7 | Right to Review Automated Decisions |
Part III — Controller and Processor Responsibilities
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| SLPDPA-10 | Data Breach Notification |
| SLPDPA-8 | Data Protection Officer |
| SLPDPA-9 | Data Protection Management Program |
Part IV — Direct Marketing
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| SLPDPA-11 | Consent for Direct Marketing |
| SLPDPA-12 | Opt-Out Mechanisms |
Part V — Data Protection Authority
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| SLPDPA-13 | Establishment of Authority |
| SLPDPA-14 | Director-General and Staff (Part VI) |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sri Lanka Personal Data Protection Act (No. 9 of 2022)?
Sri Lanka Personal Data Protection Act (No. 9 of 2022) is a compliance framework from Sri Lanka with 6 domains and 16 controls. The Sri Lanka Personal Data Protection Act No. 9 of 2022 establishes a comprehensive data protection framework for Sri Lanka. It creates the Data Protection Authority of Sri Lanka, establishes data processing principles, individual rights, and obligations for controllers and processors. Applies to processing of personal data of individuals in Sri Lanka. Implementation phased over 18 months from commencement. It is used by organisations to establish and maintain compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
How many controls does Sri Lanka Personal Data Protection Act (No. 9 of 2022) have?
Sri Lanka Personal Data Protection Act (No. 9 of 2022) has 16 controls organised across 6 domains. The largest domains are Part II — Rights of Data Subjects (4 controls), Part I — Legal Principles for Processing (3 controls), Part III — Controller and Processor Responsibilities (3 controls). Each control defines specific requirements that organisations must implement to achieve compliance.
What frameworks does Sri Lanka Personal Data Protection Act (No. 9 of 2022) map to?
Sri Lanka Personal Data Protection Act (No. 9 of 2022) maps to 608 other compliance frameworks. The top mapping partners are Angola Personal Data Protection Law (Law No. 22/11) (44% coverage), Hungary Act CXII of 2011 on Informational Self-Determination and Freedom of Information (Info Act) (44% coverage), CISA Cross-Sector Cybersecurity Performance Goals (CPG) 2.0 (44% coverage). Use our comparison tool to explore control-level mappings between frameworks.
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