Allied Health Professionals
Allied Health Professionals form a vital part of Sri Lanka's healthcare system. SLMC registers AHPs across multiple disciplines under the Allied Health Service Act No. 36 of 1966.
10+
Registered AHP Categories
1966
Year of Statutory Foundation
5,000+
Registered AHP Practitioners
4
Registration Services
Registered AHP Categories
SLMC registers practitioners across the following Allied Health Professional disciplines, each with specific qualification requirements and training standards.
Registration Process
All Allied Health Professionals follow a four-step registration process with SLMC.
General Registration Requirements
While specific requirements vary by discipline, the following documents are required for all AHP registration applications.
- Degree/diploma from a recognised institution in your discipline
- Academic transcripts certified by the awarding institution
- Certified copy of birth certificate
- National Identity Card or passport copy
- Two recent passport-sized photographs
- Certificate of internship / supervised practice (where applicable)
- Completed SLMC AHP application form for your category
- Prescribed registration fee payment receipt
- Current SLMC registration certificate
- CPD completion log for the registration year
- Evidence of continued professional development (as required)
- Completed renewal form via MySLMC portal
- Prescribed renewal fee payment
- Previous SLMC registration certificate
- Explanation of reason for lapse (statutory declaration)
- CPD records for the lapsed period (where available)
- Evidence of continued professional practice or retraining
- Completed restoration application form
- Prescribed restoration fee
- Valid AHP registration in country of origin
- Certificate of Good Standing from home regulator
- Invitation or appointment letter from a Sri Lankan institution
- Passport copy (valid for duration of registration)
- Completed SLMC temporary registration application
- Prescribed temporary registration fee
Important Notes
Processing Time
AHP applications are typically processed within 15–20 working days. Ensure all documents are complete to avoid delays.
CPD Requirements
Registered AHPs must accumulate a minimum number of CPD credits annually as specified by their disciplinary board.
Fee Payment
Fees vary by AHP category and registration type. All fees are non-refundable once an application is processed.
Category-Specific Rules
Contact SLMC directly for requirements specific to your AHP category, as some disciplines have additional regulatory conditions.
Contact the AHP Division
For category-specific requirements, recognised institutions list, or eligibility queries, contact the SLMC Allied Health Registration Division.
MySLMC Portal
Ready to Register?
All AHP registration services are processed through the MySLMC portal. Create an account or log in to submit your application.