Question 1

Do I need a TIN (Taxpayer Identification Number) in Sri Lanka?

Accepted Answer

Since 1 January 2024 the IRD has required Sri Lankan residents aged 18+ to register for a TIN, and from 1 November 2026 you must present a valid TIN for banking, vehicle registration, land transfers, business registration, building approvals and share transfers.

Question 2

How do I get a TIN in Sri Lanka?

Accepted Answer

Register free online at ird.gov.lk under e-Services > Taxpayer Registration, or in person with form TPR_002_E at an IRD office. YenuIT can also register it on your behalf - see our Tax Registration service.

Question 3

Where can I find the latest Sri Lanka IRD and Maldives MIRA tax news?

Accepted Answer

This News section tracks regulatory changes affecting small businesses in the Maldives and Sri Lanka - including IRD VAT invoicing, TIN registration and MIRA GST updates - as they happen.

Question 4

Does YENU ERP support GST and VAT in Sri Lanka, India and the UAE?

Accepted Answer

Yes. YENU ERP supports MIRA GST (Maldives), IRD VAT (Sri Lanka), GST (India) and FTA VAT (UAE), with the correct tax settings applied automatically when you set up your company.

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