How this calculator works
- Enter the CIF amount, the currency, and the exchange rate used for your import planning scenario.
- Choose the vehicle type, fuel type, age band, and either engine CC or motor kW depending on the vehicle.
- The calculator estimates the main tax layers such as CID, surcharge, PAL, VEL, excise, luxury tax, and VAT, then adds optional clearing and bank costs to show a landed-cost view.
Worked example
Using a CIF of USD 12,000 at LKR 302 with a 1,490cc petrol hybrid car in the 2 to 3 year band, the planning estimate comes to LKR 11,545,942.80 including taxes and selected charges.
Important assumptions
- This is a planning estimate inspired by public Sri Lanka vehicle-cost calculators and customs reference material, not an official customs assessment.
- Published duty structures change, and vehicle-specific treatment can depend on body type, import conditions, emission rules, and circular updates.
- Bank charges, clearing charges, commissions, inland transport, insurance adjustments, and registration costs vary by importer and are only included when you enter them.
- Always confirm the final payable amount with Sri Lanka Customs or your clearing agent before making a purchase decision.
FAQ
Are these calculators free?
Yes. lankacalculator tools are free to use and designed to be quick to access without sign-up.
How accurate are the results?
The calculators use clear assumptions and formulas, but results are estimates and should be checked against official documents or provider terms.
Can I use this on mobile?
Yes. The layout is built to work cleanly on phones, tablets, and desktops.
Do you store my inputs?
No account is required for these tools, and calculator inputs are not stored as user profiles in this v1 setup.