Compliance guide launched to help Sri Lankan organisations meet PDPA deadline

Xapi has unveiled what is being described as Sri Lanka's first practical compliance framework for the Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA), providing organisations with a detailed roadmap to meet mandatory requirements before the January 2027 regulatory deadline.

The 160-page playbook translates the PDPA's complex provisions into an implementation-focused guide designed for both private and public-sector entities. The document addresses key compliance areas including data collection, storage, processing, and protection mechanisms that organisations must establish to align with the new legislation.

With less than two years until enforcement begins, the guide aims to assist Sri Lankan businesses in avoiding potential penalties and reputational damage associated with non-compliance. The playbook covers sector-specific considerations, helping organisations across different industries understand how the PDPA applies to their operations.

The release of this compliance resource comes as regulatory awareness in Sri Lanka gradually increases, with many organisations still in early stages of understanding their obligations under the new data protection framework. The guide represents an effort to accelerate compliance preparation across the business community.