Filing your income tax in Sri Lanka doesn’t have to be confusing or stressful — especially if you’re based in Galle and want to do it right for the 2024/2025 tax year. Whether you’re employed, self-employed, or run a small business, this guide breaks everything down step by step — in simple English.

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✅ Step 1: Know If You Need to File

If you:

• Earn over LKR 1.2 million per year
• Are self-employed or freelance
• Have rental income or business profits

👉 Then you must register with the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) and submit a return.

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✅ Step 2: Gather These Documents

Before logging into the IRD system, get ready with:

• Your NIC or Passport
• Your IRD number (register at ird.gov.lk if you don’t have one)
• Salary slips
• Bank statements
• Business income records (if any)
• EPF/ETF contributions (optional but helpful)

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✅ Step 3: Log in to the IRD e-Services Portal

Visit: eservices.ird.gov.lk

Steps:

1. Click on “Taxpayer Login”
2. Enter your TIN (Taxpayer Identification Number) and password
3. Go to “Tax Return Submission”

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✅ Step 4: Fill in Your Return (YA 2024/2025)

What you need to fill:

• Employment income (from payslips)
• Rental, business, freelance, or foreign income
• Deductions (e.g., personal relief of LKR 1.2M)
• Tax credits (withholding tax, PAYE, etc.)

🧠 Tip: Use our online tax calculator to check how much tax you owe before submitting.

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✅ Step 5: Submit Before the Deadline

📅 Deadline: Usually November 30 each year
Submit your return before this date to avoid penalties.

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✅ Step 6: Pay Tax (If Applicable)

Once submitted:

• Download your Acknowledgement
• If tax is payable, use bank payment slips or online payment portals linked with the IRD.

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🏁 Done! What’s Next?

You’ve just filed your tax like a pro! 🎉
Keep a PDF copy of your tax return and payment receipt. You might need it for:

• Bank loan applications
• Visa purposes
• Compliance certificates

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At TaxCalculator.lk, we help individuals and small business owners across Sri Lanka — including Galle — to file taxes easily. Our team of experts can:

• File your taxes on your behalf
• Calculate your liability
• Help with IRD registration

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🧠 Final Tips

• Always file even if your tax is zero — it’s still a legal requirement.
• Use official portals only.
• Store your records for at least 5 years.

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