🇱🇰 Einfuhrzoll und Abgaben: Sri Lanka
Kurz & knapp
Zollfreier Schwellenwert
$0
Zoll ab $0
MwSt / Steuer
15%
CIF value + duty + all surcharges. Essential food items (rice, wheat, milk) and medicines exempt.
Verzollungsdauer
2-7 Tage
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Zollsätze nach Kategorie
| Kategorie | Zollsatz | HS-Kapitel |
|---|---|---|
| Electronics | 15% + PAL + NBT surcharges (smartphones 15%, laptops 0%, TVs 15%) | HS 85 |
| Clothing | 30% + PAL 5% + CESS (finished garments 30%) | HS 61-62 |
| Footwear | 15-30% + surcharges (leather shoes 30%, rubber slippers 15%) | HS 64 |
| Food products | 0-30% (rice 15%, wheat 0%, sugar 15%, spices 30%) | HS 01-24 |
| Machinery | 0-15% (industrial machinery 0%, generators 15%) | HS 84 |
| Cosmetics | 15-30% + PAL (perfumes 30%, soap 15%) | HS 33 |
| Books | 0% | HS 49 |
| Toys | 15-30% (basic toys 15%, electronic toys 30%) | HS 95 |
Angegebene Sätze gelten für Standardwaren. Der genaue Satz hängt vom HS-Code Ihres Artikels ab.
Zollrechner
Verzollungsprozess
Sri Lanka Customs uses ASYCUDA World system for electronic declarations. Three main tariff bands: 0%, 15%, and 30% customs duty plus multiple surcharges: PAL (Ports and Airports Development Levy 5%), CESS (0-35%), RIDL, and NBT. Colombo port handles 95%+ of imports and is a major South Asian transshipment hub. Bandaranaike International Airport for air cargo.
Was tatsächlich zu erwarten ist
Recovering from 2022 economic crisis. Colombo port is efficient as a major transshipment hub, one of the busiest in South Asia. ASYCUDA works reasonably well. Multiple surcharges (PAL, CESS, RIDL) significantly increase total landed cost well beyond base customs duty, calculate carefully. Express couriers operate well. Vehicles face duties sometimes exceeding 200%.
Erforderliche Dokumente
Handelsrechnung
Artikelbeschreibung, Menge, Wert, Absender- und Empfängerdaten
Packliste
Detaillierte Inhaltsauflistung
Zollerklärung (CN22/CN23)
Erforderlich für Postsendungen
Luftfrachtbrief (AWB)
Wird vom Spediteur erstellt
Ursprungszeugnis
Kann für reduzierte Zölle erforderlich sein
Export-/Importlizenz
Für eingeschränkte Waren
Anforderungen an Einfuhrlizenzen
Import Control License needed for certain goods from Department of Imports and Exports. Restricted: vehicles (extreme duties often exceeding 200%), alcohol, tobacco, weapons, used goods, certain chemicals. Pharmaceutical imports need NMRA (National Medicines Regulatory Authority) approval.
Ursprungszeugnis
Issued by Ceylon Chamber of Commerce or Department of Commerce. India-Sri Lanka FTA certificates for duty-free access. SAFTA preferential certificates for South Asian trade. GSP+ certificates for EU preferential access (reinstated in 2017).
Mehr erfahren →Verbotene & eingeschränkte Waren
Verboten
- xBetäubungsmittel und illegale Drogen
- xSprengstoff und brennbare Materialien
- xWaffen und Munition
- xGefälschte Waren
- xFalschgeld und gefälschte Dokumente
Eingeschränkt (Genehmigung erforderlich)
- !Medikamente
- !Lebensmittel und Getränke
- !Pflanzen und Samen
- !Elektronik (Lithiumbatterien)
- !Parfüm und Kosmetik
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Zoll- & Steuerschätzung
Geschätzte Einfuhrabgaben beim Versand nach Sri Lanka:
| Warenwert | Zoll | MwSt/Steuer | Gesamtkosten |
|---|---|---|---|
| $50 | $8 | $9 | $16 |
| $100 | $15 | $17 | $32 |
| $200 | $30 | $35 | $65 |
| $500 | $75 | $86 | $161 |
| $1000 | $150 | $173 | $323 |
Nur Schätzungen. Tatsächliche Zölle hängen von der Produktkategorie ab.
Beliebte Routen nach Sri Lanka
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What is the duty-free threshold for Sri Lanka?
Sri Lanka has no duty-free threshold. All imported goods are subject to duties regardless of their value.
What is the VAT rate on imports to Sri Lanka?
The VAT/tax rate on imports to Sri Lanka is 15%. VAT applies to: CIF value + duty + all surcharges. Essential food items (rice, wheat, milk) and medicines exempt.
How long does customs clearance take in Sri Lanka?
Typical customs clearance in Sri Lanka takes 2-7 days. Express shipments usually clear faster.
What documents are needed to import into Sri Lanka?
To import into Sri Lanka, you typically need: commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading/airway bill, and customs declaration. Some goods may require a certificate of origin or import license.
What items are prohibited from import into Sri Lanka?
Sri Lanka prohibits the import of narcotics, weapons, counterfeit goods, certain animal products, and hazardous materials. Restrictions may also apply to alcohol, tobacco, pharmaceuticals, and certain electronics.