Department of Inland Revenue has published a notice (PN/IT/2020-03) on 12 February 2020 pertaining to changes proposed to the Inland Revenue Act, No. 24 of 2017. These changes mainly relate to the following: Removal of Withholding Tax (WHT) on the payments made to Resident Persons WHT on the payments made to Non-Resident Persons Revision of Income…
Department of Inland Revenue has published a notice as per the approval granted by the Cabinet of Ministers and instructed by the Ministry of Finance on April 24, 2020, the supply of services in respect of inbound tours by a travel agent registered with the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority is exempt from Value Added…
Companies incorporated under the Companies Act No. 07 of 2007 Request letter Affidavit Copy of Business Registration Certificate Copy of Form 01 Copy of From 20 NIC or Passport copy of Director who signed request letter Letter of authorization NIC or Passport copy of authorized person Proprietorship / Partnership Request letter Affidavit Copy of Business…
Eminent lawyer Dr. K. Kanag-Isvaran highlights need for Tax Ombudsman at CA Sri Lanka’s 22nd Annual Tax Oration President’s Counsel Dr. K. Kanag-Isvaran, who is one of the country’s most respected lawyers highlighted the need for a “Tax Ombudsman” in Sri Lanka while delivering the keynote speech at the 22nd Annual Tax Oration of CA…
The Commissioner General of Inland Revenue has issued a new directive outlining updated formatting and specifications for Value Added Tax (VAT) invoices. Published in the Gazette Extraordinary No. 2481/22 on March 27, 2026, these new rules aim to standardize tax documentation across Sri Lanka. Here is a comprehensive breakdown of the new requirements and how…
Income Tax (Amendments to the Inland Revenue Act, No.24 of 2017) Exemptions The Earnings by any non-resident person on any sovereign bond denominated in local or foreign currency will be exempted. Interest income earned by any resident person on sovereign bonds denominated in foreign currency, including Sri Lanka Development Bonds (SLDB) will be exempted. Interest…
As tax season approaches in Sri Lanka, accurate data entry is critical for a smooth filing process. One of the most common administrative hurdles taxpayers and practitioners face is locating the correct Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) for banks and finance companies. When preparing your Return of Income, you are often required to disclose specific details…
Department of Inland Revenue has opened the RAMIS to submit ESC Return online. Effective from 01 April 2019 (for Year of Assessment 19/20) – Due on April 20, 2020 Download the Quick Guide of the same.
Department of Inland Revenue has published Annual Statement of Employer (PAYE Return) for the Y/A 2019/2020. Download Annual Statement of Employer 2019/2020 Schedule 01 – For Remuneration Other than and Once- and –for – all payments Schedule 02- For Ones- and-for-all Payments Instructions to Complete the Annual Statement of Employer and Schedules
The Tax Appeals Commission (TAC) has requested from Commissioner General of Inland Revenue (CGIR) to make aware the Taxpayers who are aggrieved by the determinations of the CGIR and could not lodge an appeal to the TAC against such determinations within thirty (30) days in terms of section 7(2) of the TAC Act No. 23…
Department of Inland Revenue has published Pay As You Earn (PAYE) Tax Calculator for Year of Assessment 2018/2019 which can be used for PAYE tax annual declaration purpose. Download PAYE Tax Calculator_1819_V1_E.
The public notice number PN/VAT/2020-14 issued on 30.12.2020 has been amended as follows. Validity of the last issued extension letters with regard to Credit Vouchers (CV) due against the VAT deferred at the Customs/BOI under deferment facility, has been further extended up to April 30, 2021. Please note that this notice is issued with the awareness…
In Sri Lanka, employment income taxation has undergone significant reforms in recent years, especially with the revival of Advance Personal Income Tax (APIT). For the Year of Assessment (YA) 2024/2025, salaried employees must be aware of how primary and secondary employment income is taxed and the importance of filing T-10 forms. This article serves as…
Tax Payments & Returns due dates in the month of September 2021 Tax payments & Returns due Tax Payments & Returns due dates in the month of September 2021 dates and tax types & payment period codes for the month of September 2021 are as follows: SEPTEMBER 15TH Advance Personal Income Tax (APIT) for the…