- The Inland Revenue Department (IRD) is cracking down on businesses charging VAT without being VAT-registered.
- Customers affected by unlawful practices can complain directly to the IRD Commissioner General.
- IRD officials raided a business entity in Colombo after a customer complaint and seized documents and computers.
- Police assistance was required to enter the premises of the business entity.
- A separate audit inquiry has been launched to determine if the entity maintained VAT files and paid relevant taxes.
- Legal action and penalties can be initiated against non-VAT registered entities.
- Individuals who were wrongfully charged with VAT can send relevant details to the IRD Commissioner General for action.
Source: sundaytimes.lk
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