Udupila, Mirissa, Matara, Sri Lanka +94 412 260 312 dgsecretariat@coastguard.gov.lk

Sri Lanka Coast Guard (SLCG) is the premier maritime law enforcement force functions under the Ministry of Defence. SLCG is established under the ‘Department of Coast Guard Act No. 41 of 2009’ as a multi-mission service for the purpose of ensuring the security of the coastal areas ,the Maritime Zones, the territorial waters and the High seas. SLCG has been empowered to assist in preventing, the entry and exit of illegal immigrants and emigrants, the trafficking of narcotic drugs and contrabands.

SLCG also entrusted to assist vessels in distress at sea and safety of life at sea, protect the marine environment, prevent and combat maritime disasters ensuring national security and protecting the national economy and the national integrity of Sri Lanka. Every Coast Guard officer of the Department of Coast Guard shall be deemed to be a ‘Peace Officer’ within the meaning for the purposes of the Code of Criminal Procedure Act No. 15 of 1979.

Vision

A peaceful maritime environment whilst protecting the national interests

Mission

To ensure the security, safety and serenity of the maritime environment whilst enforcing the law at sea. Coast Guard is further committed towards the sustainable management and development of maritime resources

Role & Task

Maritime Law Enforcement

Maritime & Marine Environmental Protection

Maritime Safety

International Cooperation

Sustainable Initiatives

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COAST GUARD LIFESAVERS PREVENT TRAGEDY, RESCUE 03 TOURISTS IN NILAVELI

In a swift and valiant response, lifesavers of the Sri Lanka Coast Guard rescued 03 foreign tourists who were at risk of drowning in the seas off Gopalpuram, Nilaveli on 31st July 2025...

|2025-07-31|

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A SUSPECT ARRESTED WITH 485 PREGABALIN CAPSULES BY SRI LANKA COAST GUARD IN WELIGAMA

The Sri Lanka Coast Guard, in collaboration with the National Medicines Regulatory Authority (NMRA), arrested a suspect in possession of 485 Pregabalin capsules intended for illegal sale during a joint raid in the Weligama area on 29th July 2025...

|2025-07-29|

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SRI LANKA COAST GUARD RESCUES TWO FISHERMEN FROM CAPSIZED BOAT OFF SOUTHERN COAST

The Sri Lanka Coast Guard (SLCG) successfully rescued two fishermen who were in distress after their fishing boat capsized due to rough seas off the southern coast near Mirissa on 27th July 2025...

|2025-07-27|

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