Tax Invoice in Sri Lanka: A Comprehensive Guide By Kokila Mudugamuwa A tax invoice is an essential document in the administration of Value Added Tax (VAT) in Sri Lanka. It serves as evidence of a taxable transaction between a VAT-registered supplier and customer. Understanding the key elements of a tax invoice and the regulations surrounding…
Central Bank has issued a circular on concessions granted to Tourism Industry. Circular No. 07 of 2019 (on 08.05.2019)
Ernst & Young has published tax alert containing amendments to direct and indirect taxes as approved by the Cabinet of Ministers on 27 November 2019. The contents of this Alert, including our analysis, are based on the press briefing given by the Cabinet Spokesman subsequent to the Cabinet meeting. Income tax – Effective Date 1…
An amendment proposal to the Value Added Tax Act No. 14 of 2002 was officially released on August 31, 2023, and awaits presentation in Parliament. The purpose of this post is to elucidate the key provisions contained within this proposal. It is essential to underscore that the content of this Bill remains subject to potential…
Circular to Commercial Banks and Specialized Banks – Furnishing of Tax Clearance Certificate to Banks Circular No. SEC/2017/05 [16 November 2017]
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…
Download – English Download – Sinhala The Government of Sri Lanka is permitted to issue International Sovereign Bonds in 2018 and to make any payments in relation to such issuance, for non-resident investors.
An extract of a notice published in the Ministry of Finance website relating to Inland Revenue Act, No. 24 of 2017 is quoted below for your information. “Policy Decisions on the Amendment to Inland Revenue Act, No.24 of 2017” PUBLISHED ON 11TH OCTOBER 2018 The amendments to the Inland Revenue Act, No.24 of 2017, as proposed…
The Certificate of Income Tax Deductions, commonly referred to as the T-10, is an essential document prescribed under Section 87 of the Inland Revenue Act in Sri Lanka. This certificate plays a vital role for both employers and employees in the process of Advance Personal Income Tax (APIT) compliance. Purpose of the T-10 Certificate The…
Schedule File Verifier – Version: 3.7.4 Department of Inland Revenue has issued new version of schedule file verification tool to verify schedules (VAT/SVAT/PAYE/WHT) and submit via E-filing.
Notice to ETF Board, Provident Funds and Employers who have retained the Tax on Terminal Benefits to Retiring Employees. Any amount retained by the Employees’ Trust Fund (ETF) Board, any Provident Fund or Employer (hereinafter referred to as the “Retainers”) as per the Guideline published by Circular No. SEC/2020/02 of the Commissioner General of Inland…
Key Tax Proposals – Imposition of New Taxes Surcharge Tax It has been proposed to introduce a Surcharge Tax at the rate of 25% on individuals or companies, whose taxable income exceeds LKR 2,000 Mn for the year of assessment 2020/2021. This proposal has been introduced as one-time tax charge to the taxpayers. Social Security Contribution It…
Following gazettes to be released on Budget 2019. DATE GAZETTE NO. DESCRIPTION DOWNLOAD 09-04-2019 2118/24 Luxury Tax on Motor vehicles Click here to download 04-04-2019 2117/48 Gazette Notification Issued under Excise (Special Provisions) Act to Release Vehicles Laying in Hambantota Port in 2015 – 2017 Click here to download 04-04-2019 2117/48 Application Specified in Schedule…