INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
The Inland Revenue Department (IRD) has revealed that the deadline to obtain the Tax Identification Number (TIN) is likely to be further
extended.Speaking in this regard, IRD Deputy Commissioner Saman Shantha added that upon further expanding the tax net, it is likely that the
tax imposed will be reduced.It is now mandatory for any individual aged 18 years or above or who attains the age of 18 years on or after
50,000, the IRD warned.On 02 January, the Ministry of Finance clarified that having a TIN does not automatically imply liability for income
tax.Further, a TIN is made mandatory for specific activities including opening a current account, seeking building plan approval,
registering a motor vehicle, renewing a license, and registering title deeds to land.Members of the public can register for the TIN via the
e-service, by post or by visiting the IRD
Mentioned below are the methods of applying for registration:1
Online RegistrationVisit the Inland Revenue Department website www.ird.gov.lk and follow the steps given below.Click the following link for
Registration may be downloaded through the following link.https://www.ird.gov.lk/en/Downloads/TaxpayerRegistrationDocs/TPR_002_E-R2.0.pdfThe
IRD says a PDF of the National Identity Card (with scanned copies of both sides) should be uploaded for registration through e-service
If the address specified on the NIC has been changed, a copy of an acceptable document should be uploaded.
