PCIA

Welcome to the Payment Card Industry Association

Empowering Sri Lanka’s Payment Card Industry through Collaboration

What We do

LEADING INDUSTRY RELATED DISCUSSIONS

Lead discussions impacting the overall industry with relevant regulatory authorities and stakeholders.

SECURITY INCIDENT RESPONSE

Minimize the impact of security incidents with prompt and effective response services by cordinating with memeber banks.

 

Security Awareness Programs

Promote a culture of security with engaging awareness programs.

About Us

We are an association comprised of dedicated professionals involved in the Payment Card Services Industry in Sri Lanka. Our membership encompasses a wide range of individuals, including Card Issuers, Merchant Acquirers, and other key players in the industry.

At PCIA, we have created a vibrant community and a platform for Payment Card Professionals to connect, collaborate, and exchange valuable insights. Our goal is to foster a dynamic environment where industry experts can come together to share knowledge, experiences, learning, and data pertaining to the Sri Lanka Payment Card Industry.

As an association, we recognize the importance of staying informed and adapting to the evolving landscape of technology, consumer spending patterns, fraud and risk management, card growth trends, and the overall outlook of the Payment Cards Industry. Through our network, we aim to facilitate meaningful discussions on these topics, enabling our members to stay ahead of the curve and drive positive change within the industry.

Join us at PCIA and become part of a community that promotes knowledge sharing, professional growth, and collaboration. Together, we can shape the future of the Payment Card Industry in Sri Lanka.

Vision

To be the leading association empowering and advancing the Payment Card Services Industry in Sri Lanka, driving innovation, collaboration, and excellence

Mission

Our mission is to foster the growth and development of the Payment Card Services Industry in Sri Lanka through advocacy, education, networking, and best practices. We strive to create a vibrant ecosystem that promotes trust, security, and convenience for all stakeholders.

our core values

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Integrity

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Collaboration

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Innovation

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Knowledge Sharing

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Customer Focus

Meet Our team

Darshin Pathinayake

The Chairman
(Sampath Bank PLC)

Neluka Perera

The Secretary
(Nations Trust Bank PLC)

Shalindrie Dharmaratne

Treasurer / Special Event Coordinator
(DFCC Bank PLC)

Ashan Wikramanayake

Head of Issuing Forum
(National Development Bank PLC)

AVISHKA JEEWANTHA

Head of Risk Forum
(LOLC Finance PLC)

Seevali Wickramasinghe

Head of Operations and Technical Forum
(Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC)

Gayan Gunawardane

Head of Acquiring Forum
(Hatton National Bank PLC)

Vacant

Assistant Secretary

Shihan Pathiraja

Assistant Treasurer
(Cargills Bank Ltd)

Niluka Gunatilake

Nations Trust Bank PLC
(Ex Officio)

Jayanath Dias

Peoples Bank PLC
(Ex Officio)

our members

Contact Us

Thank you for your interest in the Payment Card Industry Association (PCIA). We welcome your inquiries, feedback, and suggestions. Our team is here to assist you and provide the necessary information.

Thank you for your support and interest in PCIA. We look forward to connecting with you soon.

C/O Sampath Bank PLC, No: 110,
Sir James Peiris Mawatha, Colombo 02, Sri Lanka

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