Vehicle Import Documents in Sri Lanka: Personal and Company Checklists

Documentation is one of the areas where first-time importers can lose time. Preparing the required documents early can reduce avoidable delays.

Importing under your personal name

Personal and registration documents

• Both sides of the applicant's NIC in colour
• Applicant's signature
• Passport-size colour photograph
• Active email address and contact number
• District, Divisional Secretariat and Grama Niladhari Division details
• Previous month's mobile bill as ownership proof
• Mobile confirmation from the relevant mobile provider
• TIN certificate
• IRD PIN number
• Temporary VAT registration from the IRD
• GS Form 01 when NIC information differs from VAT registration

Import and shipping documents

• Commercial invoice or proforma invoice
• Letter of Credit copy
• Bill of Lading

Importing under a company name

Company credentials

• Business Registration Certificate
• VAT certificate
• TIN certificate
• Form 1 or Form 40
• Official company email address

Premises and financial documents

• Property deed
• LECO or CEB bill
• Bank certification or previous month's bank statement

Authorised person details

• GS Form 01 or 02
• Both sides of NIC in colour
• Colour passport copy
• Passport-size photograph
• Specimen signature

Shipping and supporting documents

• Bill of Lading
• Commercial invoice
• Mobile bill issued under the company name

Requirements can change. Always confirm the current requirements before beginning customs registration or clearing.