About Us

Sri Lanka Tax Guide is an independent online resource built to make Sri Lankan tax and cost estimates easier to understand for everyday users.

Why this website exists

Tax, property, business, banking, salary, and import-related calculations can be confusing, especially when users only need a practical first estimate before speaking to an accountant, tax consultant, employer, bank, notary, vehicle importer, customs agent, or government office.

Sri Lanka Tax Guide was created to give users a clearer starting point through simple calculators, plain-English explanations, and easy-to-follow examples.

Simple tools Quick calculators for common Sri Lankan tax and cost estimates.

Plain English Guides written for everyday users, not only tax professionals.

Practical examples Sample calculations to help users understand how estimates are formed.

Clear disclaimers Every estimate should be confirmed with the relevant authority or professional.

What we cover

Sri Lanka Tax Guide currently includes calculators and guides for:

Salary tax and APIT
Personal income tax
Rental income tax
Business income tax
VAT and SSCL
Fixed deposit interest tax
Stamp duty
Property tax and capital gains tax
Vehicle import cost estimates

Independent and educational

Sri Lanka Tax Guide is not an official government website and is not affiliated with the Inland Revenue Department, Sri Lanka Customs, the Ministry of Finance, any Provincial Revenue Department, the Department of Motor Traffic, or any other government authority.

The calculators and guides on this website are for educational estimates only. They are not tax, legal, accounting, financial, customs, payroll, investment, property, or professional advice.

Always confirm final amounts

Tax rates, thresholds, exemptions, documents, import classifications, bank policies, filing requirements, and government rules can change. Final amounts may also depend on personal circumstances, official interpretation, and supporting documents.

Before making tax filings, payments, property transfers, company decisions, vehicle imports, or financial decisions, always confirm with the relevant authority or a qualified professional.

Contact

If you notice an error, outdated information, broken link, confusing explanation, or calculator issue, please contact us.