Status of Vehicle Imports into Sri Lanka (Q4 2025)

Executive summary Sri Lanka lifted the five-year vehicle imports suspension in February 2025. Imports are open under phased controls, tighter age and valuation rules, and compulsory LCs. A public Vehicle Verification Portal is live. Import spend in 2025 has risen sharply, led by personal vehicles. Policy signals point to continuity, but FX risk and enforcement … Continue reading Status of Vehicle Imports into Sri Lanka (Q4 2025)