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let me know the deduction list for tax year 2025/26 in Sri lanka

Lalith Asked on Jul 17, 2025 11:22
kandy

admin Jul 17, 2025 11:23

You can deduct utility bills, and expenses relevant to your job

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can you let me know the list of expenses that need to be mentioned

Dilshan Asked on Jul 09, 2025 04:09

Admin Jul 09, 2025 04:11

Common Deductible Expenses:

1. Office Rent
2. Electricity & Water Bills (if related to work)
3. Internet and Phone Bills
4. Stationery and Office Supplies
5. Software Subscriptions
6. Travel Expenses (work-related only)
7. Vehicle Expenses / Fuel (if used for business)
8. Depreciation of Assets (e.g., computer, phone, printer, router, AC, furniture)
9. Repairs & Maintenance (office equipment or tools)
10. Professional Fees (e.g., tax consultant, accountant, legal)
11. Marketing & Advertising
12. Bank Charges / Payment Gateway Fees
13. Training / Courses (if directly related to your work)
14. Insurance Premiums (if business-related)
15. Client Entertainment / Meetings (where allowed)

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When is the last day for Q1 in the foreign currency earning category?

sadun Asked on Jul 08, 2025 04:26

Admin Jul 09, 2025 04:28

Independent service providers are required to pay quarterly tax installments for the year 2025/26. The due date for the Q1 payment is 15th August 2025.

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I am earning from youtube, Am I libale to pay income tax ?

Roshan Asked on Jul 08, 2025 03:29

kesara Jul 08, 2025 04:19

Yes, But 180000 excempt

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Darshana Jul 08, 2025 04:22

In 25/26 tax year, You are libale to pay tax

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I am new to filing a tax return. Can someone tell me the steps?

Sunil Asked on Jul 07, 2025 09:58

Harsha Jul 07, 2025 10:00

Visit the nearest IRD office in person, provide your National Identity Card (NIC), and you can request a TIN or PIN, as well as update your email address in the RAMIS system.

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kalpa Jul 07, 2025 13:44

Not the TIN or PIN
You should request both TIN and PIN, Otherwise you can't log to RAMIS

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Deshan Jul 08, 2025 03:27

Visit to nearest IRD office

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