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Sri Lanka Budget 2026 – Key Tax and Fiscal Updates

Sri Lanka Budget 2026 – Key Tax and Fiscal Updates

by Dinithi Palliyaguru | Nov 8, 2025 | Uncategorized

1. Economic Context and Fiscal Outlook Sri Lanka’s 2026 Budget, presented by Finance Minister Anura Kumara Dissanayake, aims to strengthen macroeconomic stability while maintaining a deficit of 5.1% of GDP and targeting revenue above 15% of GDP.Government expenditure...
NGO Registration in Sri Lanka – A Step by Step Guide

NGO Registration in Sri Lanka – A Step by Step Guide

by Aabith Sabeer | Oct 9, 2025 | English

Business Registration in Sri Lanka: The Simple Handbook

Business Registration in Sri Lanka: The Simple Handbook

by Aabith Sabeer | Oct 7, 2025 | English

 Starting a new business in Sri Lanka is an exciting opportunity. This handbook is crafted to be your go-to resource, guiding you through the necessary steps, legal aspects, and practicalities of business registration in Sri Lanka. Whether you’re just kicking off your...
Corporate Income Tax in Sri Lanka- A Simple Guide (2025)

Corporate Income Tax in Sri Lanka- A Simple Guide (2025)

by Dinithi Palliyaguru | Aug 15, 2025 | Uncategorized

Do you have to file a tax return? You may have questions about whether you have to pay and file taxes. However, after reading this blog, all your questions regarding Corporate taxes will be answered. You’re in the right place to stay ahead in the corporate tax...
Form 6 – How to issue or transfer shares in a Private Limited Company | Step-by-Step Guide

Form 6 – How to issue or transfer shares in a Private Limited Company | Step-by-Step Guide

by Aabith Sabeer | Jul 24, 2025 | English

When you’re looking to bring in new investors to your business, increase your percentage of shares, or even exit a company – one of the main things you will look to do is either issue or transfer shares.  Obviously, there are a lot of other scenarios in...
What is VAT Sri Lanka? Here’s everything you need to know

What is VAT Sri Lanka? Here’s everything you need to know

by Dinithi Palliyaguru | Jul 21, 2025 | Uncategorized

Updated 2025 As VAT regulations and rates change frequently, Sri Lankan business owners can find it challenging to stay up to date with the latest information. As a result, they may fail to take the necessary steps to remain compliant with tax regulations. To make...
How to File Form 15 in Sri Lanka – Annual Returns

How to File Form 15 in Sri Lanka – Annual Returns

by Aabith Sabeer | Jul 14, 2025 | English

Everything you need to know about Income Tax in Sri Lanka

Everything you need to know about Income Tax in Sri Lanka

by Aabith Sabeer | Jul 8, 2025 | English

Withholding Tax Sri Lanka? Here’s Everything You Need to Know

Withholding Tax Sri Lanka? Here’s Everything You Need to Know

by Aabith Sabeer | Jul 8, 2025 | English

The Withholding tax was introduced in Sri Lanka as a tax charge on interest payments in 1986. In recent times, withholding tax has been the subject of many changes, including periods where it was completely removed and then reintroduced.Due to the complexity and the...
APIT Return Filing in Sri Lanka: A Complete Guide

APIT Return Filing in Sri Lanka: A Complete Guide

by Dinithi Palliyaguru | Jul 7, 2025 | Uncategorized

Filing your Advance Personal Income Tax (APIT) return is a crucial responsibility for employers in Sri Lanka. It ensures compliance with tax laws, avoids penalties, and keeps your business in good standing with the Inland Revenue Department (IRD). If you’re unsure...
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