Guide to obtain a Tax Identification Number (TIN) - (Video)

The Finance Minister of Sri Lanka has clarified that having a Tax Identification Number (TIN) does not automatically make an individual liable for income tax. The obligation to pay income tax arises only when an individual's income exceeds the annual tax exemption limit of Rs. 1.2 million for those above 18 years old.

However, starting from February 1, there are mandatory requirements for submitting the TIN in various transactions. These include:
Opening a current account
Requesting building plan approval
Registering a motor vehicle
Renewing a license
Registering title to land

In these instances, individuals will be required to provide their TIN as part of the transaction process. It's important for individuals to be aware of these requirements and comply with the new regulations.

This information is based on the announcement from the Prime Minister's Office in Sri Lanka.

The details below are from the Sri Lanka Inland Revenue regarding the TIN...you can obtain it online or manual by visiting the office. 

IRD PIN Request Detail Click here for details

Online Request For IRD PIN
The IRD PIN is an unique identification number issued to both individual and non-individual (e.g. Companies, Partnership etc.) to access IRD eService at IRD Tax Portal.

Please note that system will not process subsequent online requests for IRD PIN if your last accepted or processed online request was made within the last 7 working days.

This form takes about 5 minutes to complete. Please have the particulars (e.g. TIN and contact number etc.) ready before you apply.

Application Form
Email mode: The IRD PIN will be e-mailed to your address registered with and maintained by IRD. IRD PIN email will be sent to your registered email address within few minutes. If your entered email address is not matched with registered email address with IRD, you will not be qualified to proceed this mode.

Postal mode: The IRD PIN will be mailed to your address registered with and maintained by IRD. IRD PIN notice will be sent to your local address within 7 working days of your request. If your address registered and maintained by IRD is a foreign address, the IRD PIN notice will take 2 to 4 weeks to reach you.

Click here to start the registering process with IRD