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How Sri Lanka's Vehicle Import Duty Jumped to 45% in 2026 – A Complete Timeline & Real Cost Breakdown Import Guide

How Sri Lanka's Vehicle Import Duty Jumped to 45% in 2026 – A Complete Timeline & Real Cost Breakdown

If you’ve been tracking vehicle import costs in Sri Lanka, you already know 2025–2026 has been a rollercoaster. The Customs Import Duty (CID) on motor vehicles has gone through five major revisions in barely 16 months — surcharges introduced, removed, base rates hiked, and surcharges slapped back on again. Here’s exactly what happened, when it happened, and what it means for your wallet today.

May 20, 2026 By PiX AMP Team
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