No vehicle import concessions announced in 2027 Budget – VIASL

No tax reductions or other concessions for vehicle imports have been announced in the 2027 Budget, according to the Vehicle Importers Association of Sri Lanka (VIASL).

VIASL Vice President Arosha Rodrigo stated that the existing vehicle import taxes and surcharges remain unchanged.

He noted that the Finance Ministry had indicated that vehicle imports should continue under existing arrangements, considering the country's foreign exchange reserves and the ongoing Middle East conflict.

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