Foreign Individuals

Planning to invest in Sri Lanka as a Non-Resident Individual? With the CSE Mobile App, opening a CDS Account for Non-Resident Individuals is swift and seamless. Explore a world of investment possibilities at your fingertips.

How to Get Started?

Curious about the online account opening process? It is simple!

1. Gather your documents

2. Complete the online application form with the required information

Download the CSE Mobile App now from the Play Store or App Store and start your investment journey today!

Start Your Investment Journey Right

To open a Foreign Individual CDS Account, an Inward Investment Account (IIA) is mandatory. stay prepared and meet this key requirement effortlessly!

What is an IIA Account?

The Inward Investment Account (IIA) in Sri Lanka facilitates non-resident investors by allowing them to channel inward remittances for permitted capital transactions. This account enables investors to manage their capital investments and repatriate returns out of Sri Lanka.
Learn more about eligible certifications and permitted transactions here .

Do not have an IIA bank account yet? We have got you covered! You can easily open an IIA bank account through our Partner Bank while setting up your CDS account, ensuring a seamless experience on your path to investment goals.

Visit our Partner Banks page for more information.

Learn More

For detailed guidance on the online account opening process, access the full guidelines here