List of SEA Games records in swimming

Singapore has historically proven to be a powerhouse in swimming, especially in Southeast Asia.

Of these, 12 records were broken by Singapore, eight by Malaysia, two by the Philippines, and one each by Indonesia, Thailand and Vietnam.

However, most of these records were broken while non-textile swimsuits were legal for use between February 2008 and December 2009.

The following lists athletes holding three or more records in Southeast Asian swimming.

The following lists athletes holding three or more records in Southeast Asian swimming.