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Updated weekly based on Sri Lanka Customs rates.
Understand the taxes that make up the total vehicle import cost for Sri Lankan importers. Below is a breakdown of the main taxes applied in Sri Lanka. For accurate CIF values, contact our team for expert guidance.
A base tax of 20% of the vehicle's CIF (Cost, Insurance, and Freight) value. See the Sri Lanka Customs Guide.
A 50% tax on top of the CID, increasing it to 30% of the CIF value. See the Surcharge Gazette.
A major tax based on engine capacity and fuel type, per the latest Excise Duty Gazettes: 2418/43, 2421/42, 2434/04.
Applied when CIF value exceeds thresholds by fuel type. See the Luxury Tax Gazette.
A flat Rs.15,000 for motor cars. See the VEL Circular.
An 18% tax on the sum of CIF, taxes, and a 10% PAL uplift plus VEL. See the Customs Duty and VAT Guide.
The total import tax includes CID, Surcharge, Excise Duty, Luxury Tax, VEL, and VAT, based on CIF value, engine/motor capacity, fuel type, and age. Our calculator uses 2025 Gazette rates for accurate estimates.
CIF (Cost, Insurance, Freight) is the vehicle's total value upon arrival in Sri Lanka, used as the base for CID and VAT calculations. Accurate CIF values ensure precise tax estimates.
Yes, hybrids (petrol, diesel, plug-in) have different excise duty rates to promote eco-friendly vehicles. Our calculator reflects these rates for accurate tax figures.
Electric vehicle duties are based on motor capacity (kW) and age, including CID, VEL, VAT, and others. Use our calculator for precise EV tax estimates.
Luxury Tax applies when CIF exceeds thresholds: Petrol/Diesel (5M LKR), Hybrid/Plug-in (5.5M LKR), Electric/e-SMART (6M LKR). Rates vary, and our calculator applies them automatically.
HS codes classify vehicles (e.g., Petrol: 8703.2x.xx, Electric: 8703.8x.xx), determining tax rates. Our calculator uses these codes for accurate tax estimates.
Vehicle taxes in Sri Lanka are based on HS codes, such as petrol (8703.2x.xx), diesel (8703.3x.xx), and electric (8703.8x.xx). Our calculations align with these codes for Sri Lankan importers.
Important Note: This calculator is for standard motor cars within the listed HS codes and does not support special-purpose vehicles like hearses or ambulances.