Shareholder Request for EGM

Take control of your shareholder rights with our Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) Requisition Template, designed in full compliance with Section 134 of the Companies Act No. 07 of 2007 (Sri Lanka). This professionally drafted template ensures your request to convene an EGM is legally valid, properly formatted, and meets all statutory requirements. Whether you are a shareholder seeking to address urgent matters, a company secretary ensuring governance compliance, or a director managing corporate obligations, this template provides a clear, structured approach to initiating an EGM.

Key Features

• Legally Compliant: Aligns with Section 134 requirements, including requisition format, shareholder signatures, and registered office deposit.
• Ready-to-Use: Pre-formatted with placeholders for agenda items, shareholder details, and company information.
• Professional Design: Ensures clarity and credibility when communicating with the Board.
• Downloadable & Editable: Available in Word format for easy customization.

Why You Need This Template

Under Sri Lankan law, shareholders holding 10% or more voting rights can requisition an EGM. However, failure to comply with statutory requirements can invalidate your request. This template eliminates guesswork and helps you:

• State the purpose of the meeting clearly.
• Include all mandatory details.
• Avoid legal disputes and delays.

Ideal For

• Shareholders exercising governance rights.
• Company Secretaries managing compliance.
• Directors ensuring transparency and accountability.

Related reading

Need more than just the requisition letter? Our Complete EGM Compliance Toolkit bundles this template with notices, proxy forms, and a directors’ guide.

For the full legal requirements behind EGM requisitions, refer to the official Companies Act No. 7 of 2007, published by the Parliament of Sri Lanka.