Sri Lanka VAT calculator 2026
Add or remove 18% VAT for Sri Lanka.
- Net (excl. VAT)
- LKRย 100.00
- VAT
- LKRย 18.00
- Gross (incl. VAT)
- LKRย 118.00
How VAT works in Sri Lanka
The standard VAT rate in Sri Lanka is 18%, applied to most goods and services. For example, adding VAT to a net price of LKRย 100.00 adds LKRย 18.00 in tax for a gross price of LKRย 118.00; removing VAT from LKRย 118.00 gives back the LKRย 100.00 net price.
| Rate type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Standard rate | 18% |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the VAT rate in Sri Lanka?
The standard VAT rate in Sri Lanka is 18%. Reduced rates may apply to specific goods and services.
How do I remove VAT from a gross price?
Switch to remove mode and enter the gross amount. We divide it by 1 plus the VAT rate to get the net price.
How do I add VAT to a net price?
Use add mode and enter the net amount. We multiply it by 1 plus the VAT rate to get the gross price including VAT.
Are reduced VAT rates included?
The calculator uses the standard rate of 18% by default. Many countries apply reduced rates to food, books or medicine, so check the rate for your specific category.
Is the VAT rate up to date?
We use the current standard rate for Sri Lanka (18%). Rates change only when the law changes, and we update them when that happens.
Approximate 2026 estimate. Simplified model, verify before relying on it. Not tax advice.
Rates updated June 2026