{"id":19212,"date":"2024-07-26T22:17:00","date_gmt":"2024-07-26T22:17:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/simplebooks.com\/srilanka\/?p=19212"},"modified":"2025-10-13T23:15:57","modified_gmt":"2025-10-13T17:45:57","slug":"tax-identification-number-sri-lanka","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/simplebooks.com\/srilanka\/tax-identification-number-sri-lanka","title":{"rendered":"How to get your Tax Identification Number in Sri Lanka"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-luminous-vivid-orange-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-8a44d46bfde8620932adb29fb2bf2a4e\"><em>Updated 2024<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You have your<a href=\"\/srilanka\/how-to-come-up-with-business-ideas-in-sri-lanka-5-great-small-business-ideas\/\"> business idea<\/a>, your <a href=\"\/srilanka\/business-registration-sri-lanka\/\">company is regist<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/simplebooks.com\/srilanka\/business-registration-sri-lanka\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">e<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/simplebooks.com\/srilanka\/business-registration-sri-lanka\/\">red<\/a>, and now, you\u2019re trying to figure out how to get a Tax Identification Number in Sri Lanka for your company.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019re just a few steps away from running a fully functional business! We\u2019ll take you through the process, and by the end of this blog, you\u2019ll be equipped to get your Tax Identification Number in Sri Lanka.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1\">What is a TIN number?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) is issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) of Sri Lanka to register your business as a taxpayer. It is used to keep track of its taxpayers and optimise the process of tax compliance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s take a look at the steps you can take to obtain a TIN number for your business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to a recent announcement by the Sri Lankan Finance Ministry, Income tax registration became compulsory for everyone above 18 years as of April 1, 2024. While mandatory registration applies to all, not everyone registered will be required to pay taxes. The government clarifies that only those earning more than Rs. 100,000 per month will actually pay income tax.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But even if your income isn\u2019t high enough to be taxed, getting a Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) is important. You\u2019ll need it for everyday things like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Registering ownership of land<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Opening a current bank account<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Getting your building plans approved<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Registering a vehicle or renewing licenses<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"epyt-video-wrapper\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\"  id=\"_ytid_62225\"  width=\"1080\" height=\"608\"  data-origwidth=\"1080\" data-origheight=\"608\"  data-relstop=\"1\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ZD7zJdXv2Kw?enablejsapi=1&#038;autoplay=0&#038;cc_load_policy=0&#038;cc_lang_pref=&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;loop=0&#038;rel=0&#038;fs=1&#038;playsinline=0&#038;autohide=2&#038;theme=dark&#038;color=red&#038;controls=1&#038;disablekb=0&#038;\" class=\"__youtube_prefs__  epyt-is-override  no-lazyload\" title=\"YouTube player\"  allow=\"fullscreen; accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen data-no-lazy=\"1\" data-skipgform_ajax_framebjll=\"\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2\">How to get a TIN number?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s a step by step guide on how to obtain your Tax Identification Number in Sri Lanka:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"step3\">Step 01: Collect the right documents to submit<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>First, obtain the appropriate application form from the Taxpayer Services Unit\u200b (TPSU) at the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.ird.gov.lk\/en\/SitePages\/Contact%20Us.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">IRD Head Office<\/a> or download it <a href=\"http:\/\/www.ird.gov.lk\/en\/Downloads\/SitePages\/Forms.aspx?menuid=1804\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here<\/a>. Depending on the type of business you&#8217;ve registered as you may require different additional documentation:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\">For Individuals (Sole Proprietorships)<\/h6>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.ird.gov.lk\/en\/Downloads\/TaxpayerRegistrationDocs\/TPR_002_E.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Application form&nbsp;<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>NIC for Sri Lankans and a valid passport for foreign nationals<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Business Registration Certification&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Utility Bill \/ Statement of Bank Account or Pass Book \/ Grama Niladhari Certificate (if the address is different from NIC). For foreigners, local address proof is required.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\">For Partnerships<\/h6>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.ird.gov.lk\/en\/Downloads\/TaxpayerRegistrationDocs\/TPR_003_E.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Application Form<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Partnership Registration Certification<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>All partners require a National Identity Card (NIC) for Sri Lankans or a valid passport for foreign nationals<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\">For Registered Companies (Private Limited, Company Limited by Guarantee, Foreign Company, Limited)<\/h6>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.ird.gov.lk\/en\/Downloads\/TaxpayerRegistrationDocs\/TPR_001_E.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Application form&nbsp;<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Company, Unlimited Companies, Offshore Companies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Certificate of Incorporation (Form 2A\/2D\/42\/41 etc.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.scribd.com\/document\/440457551\/FORM-1-doc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Form 01<\/a>, Form 05, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.drc.gov.lk\/en\/?page_id=1998\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Form 40<\/a>, certified by Registrar of Companies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>All <a href=\"http:\/\/www.drc.gov.lk\/en\/?page_id=1998\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Form 20s<\/a>, certified by the Registrar of Companies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>All directors must have a National Identity Card (NIC) for Sri Lankans or a valid passport if they are foreign nationals.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.drc.gov.lk\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/FORM-13.doc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Form 13<\/a>, certified by the Registrar of Companies (if applicable)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.drc.gov.lk\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/FORM-18.doc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Form 18<\/a>, certified by the Registrar of Companies, if Form 20 is obtained to recognize the director\u2019s signature<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Articles of Association<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The registration certificate issued by the Board of Investment and the relevant agreement<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\">For Other Entities (For Joint Venture \/ Project)<\/h6>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.ird.gov.lk\/en\/Downloads\/TaxpayerRegistrationDocs\/TPR_003_E.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Application Form<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Letter of request by the head of the institution<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>National Identity Card (NIC) for Sri Lankans or a valid passport for foreign nationals, as well as the signatory&#8217;s letter of appointment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Minutes of the AGM \/ Executive Report (if applicable)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Registration certificate<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Confirmation of the branch issued by the head office (For Branches only)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Act\/Gazette for the establishment (For Government &amp; Semi-Government Institutions only)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Joint Venture agreement and copies of TIN certificates of the partners (For Joint Ventures only)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Power of attorney for the signatory (For Joint Ventures and Foreign Companies if applicable)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Project agreement and cabinet approval etc. (For Projects only)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Trust deed and NIC (Sri Lankans) or Valid Passport (Foreign Nationals) of the Trustees (For Trusts)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Remember: You must have photocopies of all your documents along with the originals.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Useful links:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.ird.gov.lk\/en\/Shared%20Documents\/TPR_Guidelines_1.1_E.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">http:\/\/www.ird.gov.lk\/en\/Shared%20Documents\/TPR_Guidelines_1.1_E.pdf<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.ird.gov.lk\/en\/Shared%20Documents\/TPR_Guidelines_E.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">http:\/\/www.ird.gov.lk\/en\/Shared%20Documents\/TPR_Guidelines_E.pdf<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4\">Step 02: Submit your documents to the IRD<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that you&#8217;ve gathered all the essential documentation to apply, the next step would be to decide on a mode to obtain your TIN certificate. There are three ways to obtain your TIN number:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Online&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Offline<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>By Post<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s take a deeper look at how you can register for your Taxpayer Identification Number through each method.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Online<\/h6>\n\n\n\n<p>Have you figured out which type of business you\u2019re going to register as?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019ve got you covered either way!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Corporate Taxpayer (Company\/Partnership\/Joint Venture)<\/h6>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s how you can register as a corporate taxpayer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Go to the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.ird.gov.lk\/SitePages\/Default.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">IRD Sri Lanka website<\/a> and select your preferred language. On the main menu under e-Services, click on \u2018access to e-Services\u2019 and select \u2018Click on Taxpayer Registration: To register as a Taxpayer and obtain your TIN\u2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"837\" src=\"https:\/\/simplebooks25.wpenginepowered.com\/srilanka\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/02\/1-1536x1256-1-1024x837.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25192\" srcset=\"https:\/\/simplebooks25.wpenginepowered.com\/srilanka\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/02\/1-1536x1256-1-980x801.png 980w, https:\/\/simplebooks25.wpenginepowered.com\/srilanka\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/02\/1-1536x1256-1-480x393.png 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;Under Registration Type, select \u2018Registered Company\u2019<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"457\" src=\"https:\/\/simplebooks25.wpenginepowered.com\/srilanka\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/02\/2-1536x685-1-1024x457.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25193\" srcset=\"https:\/\/simplebooks25.wpenginepowered.com\/srilanka\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/02\/2-1536x685-1-980x437.png 980w, https:\/\/simplebooks25.wpenginepowered.com\/srilanka\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/02\/2-1536x685-1-480x214.png 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>A detailed form will appear below (see the below image for example). Fill in all the necessary details of your business, including selecting your preferred language and mode of communication for when the IRD contacts you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"806\" src=\"https:\/\/simplebooks25.wpenginepowered.com\/srilanka\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/02\/tin-registration-1024x806.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25194\" srcset=\"https:\/\/simplebooks25.wpenginepowered.com\/srilanka\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/02\/tin-registration-980x771.jpg 980w, https:\/\/simplebooks25.wpenginepowered.com\/srilanka\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/02\/tin-registration-480x378.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Be prepared with details regarding your parent company (if any), your director\u2019s information (reference numbers like TIN numbers, NIC or Passport details), and registered address.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"556\" src=\"https:\/\/simplebooks25.wpenginepowered.com\/srilanka\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/02\/registred-address-1024x556.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25195\" srcset=\"https:\/\/simplebooks25.wpenginepowered.com\/srilanka\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/02\/registred-address-980x532.jpg 980w, https:\/\/simplebooks25.wpenginepowered.com\/srilanka\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/02\/registred-address-480x261.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"783\" src=\"https:\/\/simplebooks25.wpenginepowered.com\/srilanka\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/02\/tin-fill-1024x783.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25196\" srcset=\"https:\/\/simplebooks25.wpenginepowered.com\/srilanka\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/02\/tin-fill-980x750.jpg 980w, https:\/\/simplebooks25.wpenginepowered.com\/srilanka\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/02\/tin-fill-480x367.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The next step is to upload all your <a href=\"#step3\">supporting documents<\/a>. You will have to make sure you have soft copies of all your documents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Under \u2018Document Type\u2019, select \u2018Supporting Documents\u2019. You will then have to select the type of documents and proceed with uploading them accordingly.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"138\" src=\"https:\/\/simplebooks25.wpenginepowered.com\/srilanka\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/02\/tin-supporting-1024x138.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25197\" srcset=\"https:\/\/simplebooks25.wpenginepowered.com\/srilanka\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/02\/tin-supporting-980x132.jpg 980w, https:\/\/simplebooks25.wpenginepowered.com\/srilanka\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/02\/tin-supporting-480x65.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Thereafter, add the purpose of your registration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"241\" src=\"https:\/\/simplebooks25.wpenginepowered.com\/srilanka\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/02\/tin-select-1-1024x241.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25198\" srcset=\"https:\/\/simplebooks25.wpenginepowered.com\/srilanka\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/02\/tin-select-1-980x230.jpg 980w, https:\/\/simplebooks25.wpenginepowered.com\/srilanka\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/02\/tin-select-1-480x113.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>And finally, the declaration form, where you have to add in your name, designation, and contact number before submitting the form.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You will then see an acknowledgement\/successful submission form on your screen. Be sure to print it out and take note of the acknowledgement number on the form.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And, that\u2019s it! In five &#8211; seven working days, you will receive an email with your TIN number.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Individual Taxpayer (Sole Proprietorship)<\/h6>\n\n\n\n<p>As an individual taxpayer, you will go through a similar process to that of registering as a corporate taxpayer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Under Registration Type, select \u2018Individual Local\u2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"465\" src=\"https:\/\/simplebooks25.wpenginepowered.com\/srilanka\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/02\/1-1-1536x697-1-1024x465.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25199\" srcset=\"https:\/\/simplebooks25.wpenginepowered.com\/srilanka\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/02\/1-1-1536x697-1-980x445.png 980w, https:\/\/simplebooks25.wpenginepowered.com\/srilanka\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/02\/1-1-1536x697-1-480x218.png 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>A detailed form will appear below (see the below image for example). Fill in all your personal details, like full name, date of birth, gender, nationality, and country of birth.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"762\" src=\"https:\/\/simplebooks25.wpenginepowered.com\/srilanka\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/02\/tin-individual-1024x762.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/simplebooks25.wpenginepowered.com\/srilanka\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/02\/tin-individual-980x730.jpg 980w, https:\/\/simplebooks25.wpenginepowered.com\/srilanka\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/02\/tin-individual-480x357.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Thereafter, fill in your permanent address, residential address, contact details, bank information, and family information (civil status and spouses\/children&#8217;s details).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"721\" src=\"https:\/\/simplebooks25.wpenginepowered.com\/srilanka\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/02\/tin-p-address-1024x721.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25201\" srcset=\"https:\/\/simplebooks25.wpenginepowered.com\/srilanka\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/02\/tin-p-address-980x690.jpg 980w, https:\/\/simplebooks25.wpenginepowered.com\/srilanka\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/02\/tin-p-address-480x338.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"555\" src=\"https:\/\/simplebooks25.wpenginepowered.com\/srilanka\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/02\/tin-r-adress-1024x555.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25202\" srcset=\"https:\/\/simplebooks25.wpenginepowered.com\/srilanka\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/02\/tin-r-adress-980x531.jpg 980w, https:\/\/simplebooks25.wpenginepowered.com\/srilanka\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/02\/tin-r-adress-480x260.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"708\" src=\"https:\/\/simplebooks25.wpenginepowered.com\/srilanka\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/02\/tin-contact-1024x708.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25203\" srcset=\"https:\/\/simplebooks25.wpenginepowered.com\/srilanka\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/02\/tin-contact-980x677.jpg 980w, https:\/\/simplebooks25.wpenginepowered.com\/srilanka\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/02\/tin-contact-480x332.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, coming to a section titled \u2018Individual Business\u2019, select \u2018Add Business\u2019. Fill in the following details on the form:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Name of your business<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Registration number<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The principal activity of the business<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Date of commencement of business&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Confirm if the business is registered with the Board of Investment (BOI)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If it is your primary business<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Address of your business.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>And, remember to press the \u2018save\u2019 button to store all your details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"225\" src=\"https:\/\/simplebooks25.wpenginepowered.com\/srilanka\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/02\/tin-individiual-1024x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25204\" srcset=\"https:\/\/simplebooks25.wpenginepowered.com\/srilanka\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/02\/tin-individiual-980x216.jpg 980w, https:\/\/simplebooks25.wpenginepowered.com\/srilanka\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/02\/tin-individiual-480x106.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The next steps are similar to registering as a corporate taxpayer. 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Print it out and take note of the acknowledgement number on the form.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Offline<\/h6>\n\n\n\n<p>Visit the TPSU at the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.ird.gov.lk\/en\/SitePages\/Contact%20Us.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">IRD Head Office<\/a> and collect a registration form from the officer in charge. Fill in the required details, and submit them, along with your <a href=\"#3\">supporting documents<\/a>. Given that all your details are accurate and your documents are valid, they will issue the TIN number to you immediately.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Note: The IRD Head Office is open from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Monday &#8211; Friday).<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\">By Post<\/h6>\n\n\n\n<p>Obtain a registration form from the nearest IRD office or download it <a href=\"http:\/\/www.ird.gov.lk\/en\/Downloads\/SitePages\/Forms.aspx?menuid=1804\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here<\/a>. Fill in the form, attach all your <a href=\"#3\">supporting documents<\/a>, and mail it to the below address,<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Commissioner General<br>Inland Revenue Department<br>Sir Chittampalam A Gardiner Mawatha,<br>Colombo 02<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You will receive your TIN Certificate by post in a matter of a few working days.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tax.simplebooks.com\/register\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"620\" height=\"620\" src=\"https:\/\/simplebooks25.wpenginepowered.com\/srilanka\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2023\/01\/Blog-Banner-Option-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25886\" srcset=\"https:\/\/simplebooks25.wpenginepowered.com\/srilanka\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2023\/01\/Blog-Banner-Option-1.png 620w, https:\/\/simplebooks25.wpenginepowered.com\/srilanka\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2023\/01\/Blog-Banner-Option-1-480x480.png 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 620px, 100vw\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5\">Step 03: Who can submit these documents?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This would apply to offline\/in-person registration, and the rules vary depending on the type of business:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>For a sole proprietorship, the owner must submit it&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For a partnership, one of the owners must submit it&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For a company, a director must submit it<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>In the scenario where someone is submitting a document on behalf of the said individual, a formal letter of authority must be submitted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And, there you go, that\u2019s it. If you follow these steps, you should be able to obtain your TIN number in a matter of days.<\/p>\n\n\n[et_pb_section global_module=\"25606 \"][\/et_pb_section]\n\n\n\n<p>Useful links: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.ird.gov.lk\/en\/eServices\/Lists\/Registration\/Attachments\/1\/TIN%20Registration%20v0%2011.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">http:\/\/www.ird.gov.lk\/en\/eServices\/Lists\/Registration\/Attachments\/1\/TIN%20Registration%20v0%2011.pdf<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6\">Obtain your TIN number with Simplebooks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, you should have a pretty good idea of how to obtain a TIN number in Sri Lanka. Make sure your documents are in order, you have all the necessary details for your forms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At Simplebooks, we are equipped with tax industry experts ready to assist our clients with tax-related matters. If you need help obtaining your TIN, feel free to reach out to us:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Call: <a href=\"tel:0772705624\">077 270 5624<\/a><br>Email: <a href=\"mailto:tax@simplebooks.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">tax@simplebooks.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you need help <a href=\"\/srilanka\/services\/\">registering your business<\/a>, this is something Simplebooks can do for you!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re still confused or have more questions and need some assistance. You can simply sign up for a free consultation with us and we\u2019ll help you out!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button ctat\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"\/srilanka\/contact\/\">&nbsp;&nbsp;Get a Free Consultation<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7\">FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1708537400491\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How can I get my TIN number online in Sri Lanka?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The process of getting a TIN number online in Sri Lanka is pretty simple. Head over to <a href=\"http:\/\/www.ird.gov.lk\/SitePages\/Default.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">IRD Sri Lanka\u2019s website<\/a>. On the main menu under e-Services, click on \u2018access to e-Services\u2019 and select \u2018Click on <a href=\"https:\/\/eservices.ird.gov.lk\/Registration\/TINRegistration\/ShowRequestHeader\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Taxpayer Registration<\/a>: To register as a Taxpayer and obtain your TIN\u2019.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1708537468154\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Where will I find my Tax Identification Number?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Depending on the mode of application you have selected, your TIN number will be issued to you immediately (in person), by email (online), or by postal mail.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1708537480103\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Does Sri Lanka issue Tax Identification Numbers?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, you can get your TIN number in Sri Lanka from the TPSU at the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.ird.gov.lk\/en\/SitePages\/Contact%20Us.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">IRD Head Office<\/a>.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1708537508654\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What is the format of Sri Lanka\u2019s Tax Identification Number?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">A TIN number in Sri Lanka is a nine-digit number that will be on the top left corner of the TIN certificate issued by the IRD Sri Lanka.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Updated 2024 You have your business idea, your company is registered, and now, you\u2019re trying to figure out how to get a Tax Identification Number in Sri Lanka for your company.&nbsp; You\u2019re just a few steps away from running a fully functional business! 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