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Notice15 Oct 2026PDF

Making Payments for the Month of September 2026

The Inland Revenue Department has issued a reminder for taxpayers regarding Social Security Contribution Levy (SSCL) obligations for September 2026 and the third quarter of 2026. Both the SSCL payment for September 2026 and the SSCL return for the quarter ending September 30, 2026 are due on or before October 20, 2026. Payments can be made via the Online Tax Payment Platform (OTPP) or at any Bank of Ceylon branch using Tax Type Code 32 and Payment Period Code 26303. Penalties apply for late payment, non-payment, late filing, or submitting incorrect returns.

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Notice26 Sept 2026PDF

The final tax payment for Y/A 2025/2026 is due on 30 September 2026.

This notice outlines the official payment procedures and channels for tax settlements to the Inland Revenue Department. Payments can be completed online via the Online Tax Payment Platform (OTPP) or physically at designated banks, with Withholding Tax accepted at People's Bank and all other taxes at Bank of Ceylon (BOC). For payments made at bank branches, taxpayers must obtain a Document Identification Number (DIN) and specify it on the paying-in-slip, which must be collected directly from BOC branches as hard copies are no longer posted. Failure to pay on time will result in non-waivable interest and statutory penalties.

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Notice15 Sept 2026PDF

Making Payments for the Month of August 2026

The Inland Revenue Department has issued a payment reminder for VAT on Financial Services (VAT on FS) for the month of August 2026. Taxpayers liable for VAT on FS must settle their due payment on or before September 20, 2026. Payments should be made via the Online Tax Payment Platform or at any Bank of Ceylon branch. Required remittance details include Tax Type Code 75, Payment Period Code 26080, and Payment Category S. Non-payment or delayed realization of cheques after the due date will attract penalties.

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Notice02 Sept 2026PDF

Payment of Levy on the Gross Collection of Bookmaker & Gaming Business

Bookmakers and gaming operators whose monthly gross collection exceeds LKR 1 million must remit their monthly levy for August 2026. The applicable levy rate is 18% on gross collection for the month. Payments must be made at any Bank of Ceylon branch on or before September 07, 2026. Late payments, including bank drafts realized after the due date, will incur statutory penalties.

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Notice02 Sept 2026PDF

Make the tax payments, withheld in the month of August 2026 on or before September 15, 2026 x

This notice serves as a reminder to taxpayers to remit taxes withheld during the month of August 2026 on or before September 15, 2026. It covers Advance Income Tax (AIT), Withholding Tax (WHT), and Advance Personal Income Tax (APIT). Specific tax type codes, payment period codes, and approved banking channels are provided to ensure accurate remittance. Late payments or payments via bank drafts realized after the due date will incur statutory penalties.

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Notice25 Sept 2026PDF

Mandatory Submission of the Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) Certificate for Specified Transactions

Effective 1 November 2026, individuals carrying out specified transactions in Sri Lanka are required to submit a valid Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) Certificate or an online verification printout. The requirement covers bank account opening, building plan approvals, vehicle registration and licensing, land transfers, business registration, share transfers, and credit card applications. Responsible officials across relevant public and financial institutions must verify TIN documentation before processing these transactions.

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