The final tax payment for Y/A 2025/2026 is due on 30 September 2026.
Summary
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.
Key points
- Online tax payments can be made through the Online Tax Payment Platform (OTPP).
- Withholding tax (WHT) payments are accepted at any People's Bank branch, whereas all other tax payments must be made at Bank of Ceylon (BOC) branches.
- Pre-printed paying-in-slips are no longer dispatched by post and must be obtained from BOC branches.
- A Document Identification Number (DIN) must be obtained (online or via 0112134780) and entered in the 'Payment Voucher Number' field for bank branch payments.
- Interest and penalties will be strictly imposed on late or non-payments, and interest will not be waived off or reduced.
What to do
Obtain a Document Identification Number (DIN) before paying via bank branches, use the designated bank for the specific tax type or pay online via OTPP, and ensure timely settlement to avoid penalties.
Applies to All taxpayers making tax payments to the Inland Revenue Department