Is e-Invoicing mandatory in Sri Lanka?

e-Invoicing is currently planned for future implementation for B2B and planned for future implementation for B2G transactions in Sri Lanka.

What is the B2B e-Invoicing status in Sri Lanka?

B2B e-Invoicing in Sri Lanka is planned for future implementation. Mandatory e-invoicing planned by the [Inland Revenue Department (IRD)](https://www.ird.gov.lk/en/sitepages/default.aspx) under the [Treasury / Ministry of Finance](https://www.treasury.gov.lk/web/budget-documents-all), as confirmed in the [Budget 2026 speech](https://www.treasury.gov.lk/web/budget-speeches/section/2026) and supporting documents tabled before [Parliament](https://www.parliament.lk/en/budget-2026). Implementation expected to leverage the [IRD e-Services portal](https://eservices.ird.gov.lk/) for VAT modernisation.

What is the B2G e-Invoicing status in Sri Lanka?

B2G e-Invoicing in Sri Lanka is planned for future implementation. B2G to be included in the planned e-invoicing framework administered by the [IRD](https://www.ird.gov.lk/en/sitepages/default.aspx) under the [Treasury](https://www.treasury.gov.lk/web/laws-regulations-and-reforms/section/inland%20revenue), aligned with the broader public finance reform agenda.

What e-Invoice formats does Sri Lanka support?

Sri Lanka supports the following e-Invoice formats: Not yet specified.

What e-Invoicing standards does Sri Lanka use?

Sri Lanka uses the following e-Invoicing standards: Not yet specified — to be defined by the Inland Revenue Department.

What ERP systems support Sri Lanka e-Invoicing?

Major ERP systems including SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, Sage, and QuickBooks support Sri Lanka e-Invoicing through Not yet specified. Integration typically requires integrating with the centralised government platform.

How do I integrate my accounting software with Sri Lanka e-Invoice requirements?

To integrate with Sri Lanka e-Invoicing: 1) Ensure your software supports Not yet specified, 2) Implement the required transmission method, 3) Comply with Not yet specified — to be defined by the Inland Revenue Department.

How do I get started with e-Invoicing in Sri Lanka?

To get started with e-Invoicing in Sri Lanka: 1) Review Sri Lanka's specific requirements, 2) Ensure your software supports Not yet specified formats, 3) Connect to the required transmission network, 4) Test compliance before deadlines.

Is B2C e-Invoicing required in Sri Lanka?

B2C e-Invoicing in Sri Lanka is planned for future implementation. B2C transactions to be brought into scope of the future e-invoicing platform of the [Inland Revenue Department](https://www.ird.gov.lk/en/type%20of%20taxes/sitepages/value%20added%20tax%20(vat).aspx) in line with broader VAT modernisation. Detailed B2C requirements not yet published.

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Sri Lanka e-Invoicing

Q: What technical standards must my software support for Sri Lanka e-Invoicing?

Sri Lanka requires compliance with Not yet specified — to be defined by the Inland Revenue Department standards. Supported formats include Not yet specified.

Updated 10 November 2025

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B2B

planned

Mandatory e-invoicing planned by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) under the Treasury / Ministry of Finance , as confirmed in the Budget 2026 speech and supporting documents tabled before Parliament . Implementation expected to leverage the IRD e-Services portal for VAT modernisation.

B2C

planned

B2C transactions to be brought into scope of the future e-invoicing platform of the Inland Revenue Department .aspx) in line with broader VAT modernisation. Detailed B2C requirements not yet published.

B2G

planned

B2G to be included in the planned e-invoicing framework administered by the IRD under the Treasury , aligned with the broader public finance reform agenda.

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Standards:

Not yet specified — to be defined by the Inland Revenue Department

Supported Formats:

Not yet specified

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Inland Revenue (Amendment) Bills Tabled

1 October 2025

Legislative

Inland Revenue (Amendment) Bills and accompanying budget documents were tabled before Parliament, foreshadowing VAT modernisation supported by an electronic invoicing programme administered by the Inland Revenue Department .

Budget 2026 Confirms e-Invoicing Programme

10 November 2025

Legislative

The Budget 2026 speech confirmed the introduction of a mandatory e-invoicing programme as part of VAT modernisation, with subsequent rollout details to be published by the Inland Revenue Department .