With the introduction of the International Telecommunication Traffic Bypass Control Rules of 2003, the Government of Sri Lanka is initiating a process (Through TRCSL) to eliminate the illegal termination of in bound and origination of outbound international telephony. The International Telecommunication Bypass Prevention Task Force (ITB‑PTF) is appointed by the cabinet to enforce the Rules and to receive information on such illegal activities.

The Public and. Subscribers are hereby advised to obtain International Services from licensed Telecommunication Operators whose Quality of Service is being monitored by the TRCSL on. a regular basis. (The list of licensed Operators could be viewed here)

It is further notified that if it is revealed that such services are being provided in contravention of the International Traffic Bypass Control Rules of 2003, such violators shall be prosecuted in terms of the Sri Lanka Telecommunications Act, No. 25 of 1991 (as amended).

Information on such illegal activities. which will be treated with utmost confidentiality should be brought to .the notice of TRCSL via. Tel : +941 689345, facsimile: +941 689341 or by letter to the following address:

Director General
TELECOMMUNICATIONS REGULATORY COMMISSION OF SRI LANKA
276, Elvitigala Mawatha, Colombo 08, Sri Lanka
T'elephone.+94 11 2689345 Fax.+94 11 2689341