REGISTRATION

How do I get registered with Customs?

All Customs House Agents registration details could be found at:

🔗 TIN / VAT Unit › CHA Registration
ASYCUDA

How to obtain access to ASYCUDA World?

All ASYCUDA registration information will be found at:

💻 ICT Directorate › Registration › Exporters
DECLARATION

How should I declare the Export consignment to Customs?

Export consignments should be declared to the Customs and submit a Customs Declaration online once the Exporter is ready to do the export. Either Customs House Agent or Exporter can be the declarant.

TIMING

When should I submit the Export Entry?

The Customs Declaration (CusDec) should be submitted before export of goods (after obtaining necessary approvals when necessary).

⏱️ Export should be effected within 30 days from the CusDec registration date.
OFFICES

Where should I process these CusDecs?

Export CusDecs could be processed at the following 3 offices:

01
Export Office at Customs HeadquartersSpecially LCL cargo and Air Freight Cargo
02
Export Facilitation Centre (EFC)FCL cargo (when necessary LCL cargo)
03
Air Cargo Export OfficeAll air freight cargo shipments including perishables
HS CODE

How can I find the correct HS Code?

HS Code could be found in the Tariff Guide in Sri Lanka Customs website. Further assistance could be obtained from the Customs Information Centre and the Commodity Classification Branch.

CHARGES

What are the Customs charges I need to pay?

Rs. 550/- per declaration
Computer FeeRs. 250/-
Examination FeeRs. 300/-
LEVIES

Do I need to pay any Export Levies?

A few commodities are liable for export levies depending on the commodity and the HS Code. The following should be paid according to the declared rates:

  • Customs Duty
  • EDB Cess
  • Tea Board Cess
  • Tea Medical Aid Cess
  • Coconut Cess
  • Rubber Cess
LEVY RATES

What would be my Export Levies?

Once the HS code is identified, the duty rates applicable for each and every HS code is mentioned in the National Export Tariff Guide.

PAYMENT

How do I pay?

  • Payment can be made at any Bank of Ceylon Branch or People's Bank branch.
  • Payment can be made online if the consignee has internet payment facility.
  • Payment can also be made at the Customs Headquarters Banks by Bank Drafts / Bank Branch Cheques.
EXAMINATION

Will my consignment be subjected for examination?

Depending on the commodity and other risk management criteria, goods will be selected under three categories:

✅
Exempted
Released to export without examination.
🔍
Panel Examination
Selected consignments are subjected for examination.
📦
Cargo to be Examined
Selected consignments are subjected for examination.
PERMITS

What are the permits should I obtain before export of commodities?

Permits mentioned in National Export Tariff Guide should be obtained from respective institutes before exportation.

🔗 Further details could be found at Licences / Approvals of OGAs
FRIC

Can I send and receive any machinery or equipment after repairs without paying duties and other levies?

FRIC (Free Re-Importation Certificate) should be obtained before export of such items from the Export Office of the Customs Headquarters. After arrival, such item could be cleared without paying duties subject to identification of the item.

CERTIFICATE

How can I get an Export (Shipment effected) Certificate?

By submitting a written request and relevant export documents you can obtain an Export (Shipment effected) Certificate.

CONTACT

Whom should I contact in case of any doubt?

You can contact the Customs Information counter or Export Directorate over the phone in case of any doubt about export matters.

📞 Information Center: 0112143434  ·  Contact details: Exports Directorate Contacts