- Sri Lankan Inland Revenue updated FAQs on VAT and SVAT changes
- Phased rollout of VAT changes began July 1
- Changes include VAT schedule record capturing, return filing, and refund requests
- SVAT regime abolished starting October 1
- All SVAT registrations cancelled, transitioning to standard VAT system
- Refund processing enhancements introduced
- New risk-based refund regime and process for eligible exporters and projects
- Eligible exporters and projects moved from quarterly to monthly taxable period
- Existing monthly eligible exporters and projects remain in monthly filing frequency
Source: news.bloombergtax.com
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