# Sri Lanka digital administrative transitions

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/sri-lanka-digital-administrative-transitions
> Updated: 2026-10-02T02:33:52.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

Sri Lanka has begun implementing digital transformation initiatives across its judicial and customs sectors.

In late September, the Colombo District Court launched the first phase of the island-wide e-Courts Project. This system, developed by Sri Lanka Telecom and the Judicial Service Commission, allows registered attorneys to submit cases and documents electronically 24 hours a day. The initiative aims to replace paper-based processes to reduce administrative delays and physical travel.

Following this, Sri Lanka Customs transitioned to a paperless declaration process on October 1. Importers are now required to submit all declarations and supporting documentation electronically via the ASYCUDA system using digital signatures. This new framework is designed to create an audit trail to prevent fraud and corruption while facilitating more efficient inspections.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-02: Sri Lanka Customs implements paperless declaration process

Sri Lanka Customs has implemented a mandatory paperless declaration process, requiring importers to submit all documentation electronically via ASYCUDA using digital signatures.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sri-lanka-customs-implements-paperless-declaration-process

### 2026-09-24: Sri Lanka launches electronic case filing at Colombo District Court

Sri Lanka has launched an electronic filing system at the Colombo District Court as part of a nationwide e-Courts Project to digitalize the judicial system and reduce paper-based processes.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sri-lanka-launches-electronic-case-filing-at-colombo-district-court

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Cite as: Sri Lanka digital administrative transitions. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/sri-lanka-digital-administrative-transitions