Vehicle Import Tax Calculator - Sri Lanka

Estimate customs duty, excise, VAT and luxury tax on an imported vehicle using the 2026 tariff schedule.

Quick estimates for popular models

CIF Value (LKR)

Cost + Insurance + Freight at the port of entry

Fuel / Drivetrain Type

Engine Displacement (cc)

Vehicle Age (years)

Years since manufacture (0 = brand new)

50% Customs Surcharge

Gazette 2488/56, in force 2026-05-16 → 2026-08-15 · currently active

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Customs Duty is 30% of the CIF value.
The customs surcharge adds 50% on top of the customs duty during the gazetted window.
Excise Duty (SPD) is a specific rate per cc for combustion and hybrid vehicles, or per kW of motor power banded by age for electric vehicles.
VAT (18%) and SSCL (2.5%) apply to the assessable value: CIF plus a 10% notional uplift, plus customs duty, surcharge and excise.
Luxury Tax applies to the portion of the CIF value above a threshold that varies by fuel type.
PAL and Cess are exempt for HS 8703 motor cars.