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Activated carbon

To operate a business in Sri Lanka this registration is mandatory. The TIN certificate is issued by Sri Lanka Inland Revenue Department . In order to obtain the TIN certificate to export, this registration is mandatory.

Obtain VAT certificate

To export any product this registration is mandatory. The VAT certificate is issued by Sri Lanka Inland Revenue Department for an initial three-month period and has to be obtained every three months until income exceeds 3 million rupees. After income exceeds 3 million rupees, the exporter can request the permanent VAT registration.

It is mandatory for any exporter exporting any product to register their VAT/TIN number in the Customs system (ASYCUDA World). This is a one-time registration.

To obtain a certificate of origin exporters need to register with the Department of Commerce (DoC). This is a one-time registration.

An applicant registering as exporter of coconut with the Coconut Development Authority (CDA) needs to provide also the manufacturer registration certificate released by CDA. The manufacturer certificate can be his own, if the applicant is also the manufacturer, or of his manufacturer supplier. The registration as manufacturer is valid for a period of one year and thereafter must be renewed annually.

Renew manufacturer registration with Coconut Development Authority (CDA)

A manufacturer of coconut needs to be registered with the Coconut Development Authority (CDA). The registration is valid for a period of one year and thereafter must be renewed annually.

It is mandatory for an exporter of coconut and coconut value-added products to be registered with the Coconut Development Authority (CDA). The registration is valid for a period of one year, which needs to be renewed annually.

Obtain test report

This report gives a detailed description on the tested parameters relating to the coconut-related product. The report can be obtained from the Coconut Development Authority (CDA) head office.

Obtain approved cost statement

To obtain a certificate of origin exporters need to submit cost statement to the Department of Commerce (DoC). For exporters who have sufficiently worked or processed products, it is mandatory to obtain certified cost statement from the Department of Commerce.

Obtain Certificate of origin

The Department of Commerce (DoC) is responsible for issuing the various preferential certificates of origin (COOs) under all GSP schemes, Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) and Preferential Trade Agreements (PTAs) of which Sri Lanka is either a beneficiary or party. For non-preferential certificate of origin, exporters have to obtain it from authorized Chambers of Commerce in Sri Lanka.

Clearance of activated carbon

Clearance of activated carbon (Bandaranaike International Airport)

Clearance of activated carbon (Port of Colombo)

Clearance of activated carbon (less than a container load)

Clearance of activated carbon (full container load)

Export of activated carbon through Port of Colombo

The full export procedure of activated carbon compiles all the mandatory licenses, permits and clearance steps to export activated carbon as a first-time exporter. If you are already registered as an exporter with the Department of Inland Revenue, with Sri Lanka Customs, with Coconut Development Authority and with the Department of Commerce, you can look in this search page of the product for the specific permits, certificates or information needed.

Ceramic

Obtain TIN certificate

To operate a business in Sri Lanka this registration is mandatory. The TIN certificate is issued by Sri Lanka Inland Revenue Department. In order to obtain the VAT certificate to export, this registration is mandatory.

Obtain VAT certificate

It is mandatory for any exporter exporting any product to register their VAT/TIN number in the Customs system (ASYCUDA World). This is a one-time registration.

To obtain a certificate of origin exporters need to register with the Department of Commerce (DoC). This is a one-time registration.

Obtain Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) certificate

Obtaining this certificate is optional as it is only a requirement which is sometimes asked by the importer, or the Customs administration, or other public agencies of the importing country. This is a certification on the standard of the product. The certificate is obtained at the Sri Lanka Standards Institution (SLSI).

Obtain Certificate of origin

Clearance of ceramic

Clearance of ceramic (Bandaranaike International Airport)

Clearance of ceramic (Port of Colombo)

Clearance of ceramic (less than a container load)

Clearance of ceramic (full container load)

Export of ceramic through Port of Colombo

The full export procedure of ceramic compiles all the mandatory licenses, permits and clearance steps to export ceramic as a first-time exporter. If you are already registered as an exporter with the Department of Inland Revenue, with Sri Lanka Customs, and with the Department of Commerce, you can look in this search page of the product for the specific permits, certificates or information needed.

Cinnamon

Obtain TIN certificate

Obtain VAT certificate

It is mandatory for any exporter exporting any product to register their VAT/TIN number in the Customs system (ASYCUDA World). This is a one-time registration.

To obtain the phytosanitary certificate exporters need to register with the National Plant Quarantine Service (NPQS). This is a one-time registration.

To obtain a certificate of origin exporters need to register with the Department of Commerce (DoC). This is a one-time registration.

Obtain FSMS/HACCP system certificate

Obtain Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) certificate

Obtain license to use SLS mark

Obtaining this license is optional. This is a certification on the standard of the product. The license is obtained at the Sri Lanka Standards Institution (SLSI).

Obtain approval to use pure Ceylon cinnamon logo

Using the pure Ceylon cinnamon logo is optional. Exporters can request the approval to use the logo to ensure that the quality of their product is recognized in the importing market according to the pure Ceylon cinnamon certification standards. This approval is granted by the Export Development Board (EDB).

Obtain Certificate of origin

Obtain phytosanitary certificate

The National Plant Quarantine Service (NPQS) is responsible for issuing thr phytosanitary certificate. A phytosanitary certificate is a document which confirms the health status of a plant material (plant or plant product) that are exported to a country. Traders are required to obtain a phytosanitary certificate for each consignment, and are expected to know the market requirements of their export market.

Obtain phytosanitary certificate (Bandaranaike International Airport)

A phytosanitary certificate is a document which confirms the health status of plant material (plant or plant product) that are exported to a country. This is the procedure to export a consignment through the airport.

Obtain phytosanitary certificate (Port of Colombo)

Obtain phytosanitary certificate with additional declaration

An importing country may require an additional declaration to be entered on a phytosanitary certificate and which provides specific additional information pertinent to the phytosanitary condition of a consignment. NPQS will carry out the necessary testing prior to issuing the phytosanitary with the additional declaration.

Obtain phytosanitary certificate with additional declaration (airport)

Obtain phytosanitary certificate with additional declaration (seaport)

Clearance of cinnamon

Clearance of cinnamon (Bandaranaike International Airport)

Clearance of cinnamon (Port of Colombo)

Clearance of cinnamon (less than a container load)

Clearance of cinnamon (full container load)

Export of cinnamon through Port of Colombo

The full export procedure of cinnamon compiles all the mandatory licenses, permits and clearance steps to export cinnamon as a first-time exporter. If you are already registered as an exporter with the Department of Inland Revenue, with Sri Lanka Customs, with National Plant Quarantine Service and with the Department of Commerce, you can look in this search page of the product for the specific permits, certificates or information needed.

Cinnamon oil

Obtain TIN certificate

Obtain VAT certificate

It is mandatory for any exporter exporting any product to register their VAT/TIN number in the Customs system (ASYCUDA World). This is a one-time registration.

To obtain a certificate of origin exporters need to register with the Department of Commerce (DoC). This is a one-time registration.

To export cinnamon oil it is mandatory for exporters to register with the Industrial Technology Institute (ITI).

Obtain FSMS/HACCP system certificate

Obtain Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) certificate

Obtain license to use SLS mark

Obtaining this license is optional. This is a certification on the standard of the product. The license is obtained at the Sri Lanka Standards Institution (SLSI).

Obtain approval to use pure Ceylon cinnamon logo

Obtain material safety data sheet (MSDS)

To export cinnamon oil it is mandatory for exporters to obtain the material safety data sheet (MSDS). Without this certificate airlines or marine services will not allow the cargo. The MSDS certificate is issued by the Industrial Technology Institute (ITI).

Obtain analysis report

Obtaining this report is optional as it is only a requirement which is sometimes asked by the importer, or the Customs administration of the importing country. The analysis report is issued by Industrial Technology Institute (ITI).

Obtain Certificate of origin

Clearance of cinnamon oil

Clearance of cinnamon oil (Bandaranaike International Airport)

Clearance of cinnamon oil (Port of Colombo)

Clearance of cinnamon oil (less than a container load)

Clearance of cinnamon oil (full container load)

Export of cinnamon oil through Port of Colombo

The full export procedure of cinnamon oil compiles all the mandatory licenses, permits and clearance steps to export cinnamon oil as a first-time exporter. If you are already registered as an exporter with the Department of Inland Revenue, with Sri Lanka Customs, with Industrial Technology Institute and with the Department of Commerce, you can look in this search page of the product for the specific permits, certificates or information needed.

Coco peat and value added products

Obtain TIN certificate

Obtain VAT certificate

It is mandatory for any exporter exporting any product to register their VAT/TIN number in the Customs system (ASYCUDA World). This is a one-time registration.

To obtain the phytosanitary certificate exporters need to register with the National Plant Quarantine Service (NPQS). This is a one-time registration.

Renew manufacturer registration with Coconut Development Authority (CDA)

A manufacturer of coconut needs to be registered with the Coconut Development Authority (CDA). The registration is valid for a period of one year and thereafter must be renewed annually.

It is mandatory for an exporter of coconut value-added products to be registered with the Coconut Development Authority (CDA). The registration is valid for a period of one year, which needs to be renewed annually.

To obtain a certificate of origin exporters need to register with the Department of Commerce (DoC). This is a one-time registration.

Obtain approved affidavit

To obtain a certificate of origin exporters need to submit affidavit to the Department of Commerce (DoC). Affidavit to be submitted only for products wholly obtained.

Obtain test report

This report gives a detailed description on the tested parameters relating to the coconut-related product. The report can be obtained from the Coconut Development Authority head office.

Obtain Certificate of origin

Obtain phytosanitary certificate

Obtain phytosanitary certificate (Bandaranaike International Airport)

Obtain phytosanitary certificate (Port of Colombo)

Obtain phytosanitary certificate with additional declaration

Obtain phytosanitary certificate with additional declaration (airport)

Obtain phytosanitary certificate with additional declaration (seaport)

Clearance of coco peat and coconut value-added products

Clearance of coco peat and coconut value-added products (Bandaranaike International Airport)

Clearance of coco peat and coconut value-added products (Port of Colombo)

Clearance of coco peat value-added products (less than a container load)

Clearance of coco peat value-added products (full container load)

Export of coco peat and coconut value-added products

The full export procedure of coco peat and coconut value-added products compiles all the mandatory licenses, permits and clearance steps to export coco peat and coconut value-added products as a first-time exporter. If you are already registered as an exporter with the Department of Inland Revenue, with Sri Lanka Customs, with Coconut Development Authority and with the Department of Commerce, you can look in this search page of the product for the specific permits, certificates or information needed.

Coconut and coconut value-added products

Obtain TIN certificate

Obtain VAT certificate

It is mandatory for any exporter exporting any product to register their VAT/TIN number in the Customs system (ASYCUDA World). This is a one-time registration.

To obtain the phytosanitary certificate exporters need to register with the National Plant Quarantine Service (NPQS). This is a one-time registration.

Renew manufacturer registration with Coconut Development Authority (CDA)

A manufacturer of coconut needs to be registered with the Coconut Development Authority (CDA). The registration is valid for a period of one year and thereafter must be renewed annually.

To obtain a certificate of origin exporters need to register with the Department of Commerce (DoC). This is a one-time registration.

Obtain FSMS/HACCP system certificate

This is a certification on the standard of the product. The certificate is obtained at the Sri Lanka Standards Institution (SLSI).

Obtain quality assurance certificate for desiccated coconut

This certificate gives a detailed description on the quality of dessiccated coconuts. The certificate can be obtained from the Coconut Development Authority head office.

Obtain test report for coconut-related products

This report gives a detailed description on the tested parameters relating to the coconut-related product. The report can be obtained from the Coconut Development Authority head office.

Obtain certificate of origin

Obtain phytosanitary certificate

Obtain phytosanitary certificate (Bandaranaike International Airport)

Obtain phytosanitary certificate (Port of Colombo)

Obtain phytosanitary certificate with additional declaration

Obtain phytosanitary certificate with additional declaration (airport)

Obtain phytosanitary certificate with additional declaration (seaport)

Clearance of coconut and coconut value-added products

Clearance of coconut and coconut value-added products (Bandaranaike International Airport)

Clearance of coconut and coconut value-added products (Port of Colombo)

Clearance of coconut value-added products (less than a container load)

Clearance of coconut value-added products (full container load)

Export of coconut and coconut value-added products

The full export procedure of coconut and coconut value-added products compiles all the mandatory licenses, permits and clearance steps to export coconut and coconut value-added products as a first-time exporter. If you are already registered as an exporter with the Department of Inland Revenue, with Sri Lanka Customs, with Coconut Development Authority and with the Department of Commerce, you can look in this search page of the product for the specific permits, certificates or information needed.

Export of general coconut products through Bandaranaike International Airport

The full export procedure of coconut and coconut value-added products compiles all the mandatory licenses, permits and clearance steps to export coconut and coconut value-added products as a first-time exporter. If you are already registered as an exporter with the Department of Inland Revenue, with Sri Lanka Customs, with Coconut Development Authority and with the Department of Commerce, you can look in this search page of the product for the specific permits, certificates or information needed.

Export of desiccated coconut through Bandaranaike International Airport

Export of fresh coconut through Bandaranaike International Airport

Coconut oil

Obtain TIN certificate

Obtain VAT certificate

A manufacturer of coconuts needs to be registered with the Coconut Development Authority (CDA). The registration is for a period of one year and therefore must be renewed annually.

Renew manufacturer registration with Coconut Development Authority (CDA)

A manufacturer of coconut needs to be registered with the Coconut Development Authority (CDA). The registration is valid for a period of one year and thereafter must be renewed annually.

It is mandatory for any exporter exporting any product to register their VAT/TIN number in the Customs system (ASYCUDA World). This is a one-time registration.

To export coconut oil, it is mandatory to obtain the material safety data sheet (MSDS). To obtain MSDS have to register with Industrial Technology Institute (ITI). This procedure is only a requirement for Coconut oil.

To obtain a certificate of origin exporters need to register with the Department of Commerce (DoC). This is a one-time registration.

Obtain FSMS/HACCP system certificate

Obtain material safety data sheet (MSDS)

To export coconut oil the material safety data sheet (MSDS) is mandatory. Without this certificate, airlines or marine services will not allow the cargo. The MSDS certificate is issued by Industrial Technology Institute (ITI). This certificate is required only for coconut oil and oil-related products.

Obtain test report for coconut oil

This certificate gives a detailed description on the tested parameters relating to the coconut-related product. The report can be obtained from the Coconut Development Authority (CDA) head office.

Obtain analysis report

Obtaining this report is optional as it is only a requirement which is sometimes asked by the importer, or the Customs administration, or other public agencies of the importing country. The analysis report is issued by Industrial Technology Institute (ITI).

Obtain certificate of origin

Clearance of coconut oil

Clearance of coconut oil (Bandaranaike International Airport)

Clearance of coconut oil (Port of Colombo)

Clearance of coconut oil (less than a container load)

Clearance of coconut oil (full container load)

Export of coconut oil through Port of Colombo

The full export procedure of coconut oil compiles all the mandatory licenses, permits and clearance steps to export coconut oil as a first-time exporter. If you are already registered as an exporter with the Department of Inland Revenue, with Sri Lanka Customs, with Coconut Development Authority, with Industrial Technology Institute and with the Department of Commerce, you can look in this search page of the product for the specific permits, certificates or information needed.

Coffee

Obtain TIN certificate

Obtain VAT certificate

It is mandatory for any exporter exporting any product to register their VAT/TIN number in the Customs system (ASYCUDA World). This is a one-time registration.

To obtain the phytosanitary certificate exporters need to register with the National Plant Quarantine Service (NPQS). This is a one-time registration.

To obtain a certificate of origin exporters need to register with the Department of Commerce (DoC). This is a one-time registration.

Obtain FSMS/HACCP system certificate

Obtain Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) certificate

Obtain license to use SLS mark

Obtaining this license is optional. This is a certification on the standard of the product. The license is obtained at the Sri Lanka Standards Institution (SLSI).

Obtain certificate of origin

Obtain phytosanitary certificate

The National Plant Quarantine Service (NPQS) is responsible for issuing the phytosanitary certificate. A phytosanitary certificate is a document which confirms the health status of a plant material (plant or plant product) that are exported to a country. Traders are required to obtain a phytosanitary certificate for each consignment, and are expected to know the market requirements of their export market.

Obtain phytosanitary certificate (Bandaranaike International Airport)

Obtain phytosanitary certificate (Port of Colombo)

Obtain phytosanitary certificate with additional declaration

Obtain phytosanitary certificate with additional declaration (airport)

Obtain phytosanitary certificate with additional declaration (seaport)

Clearance of coffee

Clearance of coffee (Bandaranaike International Airport)

Clearance of coffee (Port of Colombo)

Clearance of coffee (less than a container load)

Clearance of coffee (full container load)

Export of coffee through Port of Colombo

The full export procedure of coffee compiles all the mandatory licenses, permits and clearance steps to export coffee as a first-time exporter. If you are already registered as an exporter with the Department of Inland Revenue, with Sri Lanka Customs, with National Plant Quarantine Service and with the Department of Commerce, you can look in this search page of the product for the specific permits, certificates or information needed.

Confectionery items

Obtain TIN certificate

Obtain VAT certificate

It is mandatory for any exporter exporting any product to register their VAT/TIN number in the Customs system (ASYCUDA World). This is a one-time registration.

Exporters who export food preparation items need to register with the Food Control Administration Unit (FCAU) of the Ministry of Health. This is a one-time registration.

To obtain a certificate of origin exporters need to register with the Department of Commerce (DoC). This is a one-time registration.

Obtain FSMS/HACCP system certificate

Obtain Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) certificate

Obtain health certificate

When exporting food preparation items, the importing country may require for an "export certificate" or "health certificate" from the food authority of the exporting country, certifying that the product is suitable for human consumption. Health certificates for exported food consignments are issued by the Food Control Administration Unit (FCAU) of the Ministry of Health, which certifies that the food is fit for human consumption.

Obtain free sale certificate

Obtaining a free sale certificate is optional. An importing country may require a free sale certificate, which provides specific additional information, stating that the particular product is suitable for human consumption and available in the local market. The Food Control Administration Unit (FCAU) will carry out the necessary testing and check the availability of the product in the domestic market.

Obtain certificate of origin

Clearance of confectionery items

Clearance of food preparation (Bandaranaike International Airport)

Clearance of food preparation (Port of Colombo)

Clearance of food preparation (less than a container load)

Clearance of food preparation (full container load)

Export of confectionery items through Port of Colombo

The full export procedure of confectionery items compiles all the mandatory licenses, permits and clearance steps to export confectionery items as a first-time exporter. If you are already registered as an exporter with the Department of Inland Revenue, with Sri Lanka Customs, with National Plant Quarantine Service, with Food Control Administration Unit, and with the Department of Commerce, you can look in this search page of the product for the specific permits, certificates or information needed.

Cut flower and foliage

Obtain TIN certificate

Obtain VAT certificate

It is mandatory for any exporter exporting any product to register their VAT/TIN number in the Customs system (ASYCUDA World). This is a one-time registration.

Exporters of cut flower and foliage need to register with the Forest Department to obtain an export permit. Stocks of the nursery have to be recorded accordingly and submitted to the Forest Department every six months.

To obtain the phytosanitary certificate exporters need to register with the National Plant Quarantine Service (NPQS). This is a one-time registration.

To obtain a certificate of origin exporters need to register with the Department of Commerce (DoC). This is a one-time registration.

Obtain approved affidavit

To obtain a certificate of origin exporters need to submit affidavit to the Department of Commerce (DoC). Affidavit to be submitted only for products wholly obtained products.

Exporters who export cut flower and foliage which comes under the listed CITES species need to obtain the CITES permit. To obtain this permit, exporters have to register with the Department of Wildlife Conservation. This is a one-time registration.

Obtain export permit

It is a legal requirement under the Forest Ordinance to obtain a permit from the Forest Department in order to export any forest produce.

Obtain CITES permit

The CITES permit is a document that ensures that international trade in specimens of wild animals and plants does not threaten their survival. The exporter who is exporting the plants which comes under the listed CITES species, has to obtain the CITES certificate. Traders are required to obtain a CITES permit for each consignment.

Obtain phytosanitary certificate

Obtain phytosanitary certificate (Bandaranaike International Airport)

Obtain phytosanitary certificate with additional declaration

Obtain phytosanitary certificate with additional declaration (airport)

Obtain certificate of origin

Clearance of cut flower and foliage

Clearance of cut flower and foliage (Bandaranaike International Airport)

Export of cut flower and foliage through Bandaranaike International Airport

The full export procedure of cut flower and foliage compiles all the mandatory licenses, permits and clearance steps to export cut flower and foliage as a first-time exporter. If you are already registered as an exporter with the Department of Inland Revenue, with Sri Lanka Customs, with National Plant Quarantine Service, with Forest Department and with the Department of Commerce, you can look in this search page of the product for the specific permits, certificates or information needed.

Dehydrated fruits

Obtain TIN certificate

Obtain VAT certificate

It is mandatory for any exporter exporting any product to register their VAT/TIN number in the Customs system (ASYCUDA World). This is a one-time registration.

To obtain the phytosanitary certificate exporters need to register with the National Plant Quarantine Service (NPQS). This is a one-time registration.

To obtain a certificate of origin exporters need to register with the Department of Commerce (DoC). This is a one-time registration.

Obtain certificate of origin

Obtain phytosanitary certificate

Obtain phytosanitary certificate (Bandaranaike International Airport)

Obtain phytosanitary certificate (Port of Colombo)

Obtain phytosanitary certificate with additional declaration

Obtain phytosanitary certificate with additional declaration (airport)

Obtain phytosanitary certificate with additional declaration (seaport)

Clearance of dehydrated fruits

Clearance of dehydrated fruits (Bandaranaike International Airport)

Clearance of dehydrated fruits (Port of Colombo)

Clearance of dehydrated fruits (less than a container load)

Clearance of dehydrated fruits (full container load)

Export of dehydrated fruits through Bandaranaike International Airport

The full export procedure of dehydrated fruit compiles all the mandatory licenses, permits and clearance steps to export dehydrated fruit as a first-time exporter. If you are already registered as an exporter with the Department of Inland Revenue, with Sri Lanka Customs, with National Plant Quarantine Service and with the Department of Commerce, you can look in this search page of the product for the specific permits, certificates or information needed.

Electrical machinery and equipment

Obtain TIN certificate

Obtain VAT certificate

It is mandatory for any exporter exporting any product to register their VAT/TIN number in the Customs system (ASYCUDA World). This is a one-time registration.

To obtain a certificate of origin exporters need to register with the Department of Commerce (DoC). This is a one-time registration.

Obtain quality management systems certification

The quality system certification scheme is designed as per ISO 17021 to meet international requirements in certifying quality systems of organizations according to ISO 9001:2008 standard. This is an optional procedure on the standard issued by the Sri Lanka Standards Institution (SLSI).

Obtain Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) certificate

Obtain certificate of origin

Clearance of electrical machinery and equipment

Clearance of electrical machinery and equipment (Bandaranaike International Airport)

Clearance of electrical machinery and equipment (Port of Colombo)

Clearance of electrical machinery and equipment (less than a container load)

Clearance of electrical machinery and equipment (full container load)

Export of electrical machinery and equipment through Port of Colombo

The full export procedure of electrical machinery and equipment compiles all the mandatory licenses, permits and clearance steps to export electrical machinery and equipment as a first-time exporter. If you are already registered as an exporter with the Department of Inland Revenue, with Sri Lanka Customs, and with the Department of Commerce, you can look in this search page of the product for the specific permits, certificates or information needed.

Essential oils & oleoresins

Obtain TIN certificate

Obtain VAT certificate

It is mandatory for any exporter exporting any product to register their VAT/TIN number in the Customs system (ASYCUDA World). This is a one-time registration.

To obtain a certificate of origin exporters need to register with the Department of Commerce (DoC). This is a one-time registration.

To export cinnamon oil it is mandatory for exporters to register with the Industrial Technology Institute (ITI).

Obtain FSMS/HACCP system certificate

Obtain Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) certificate

Obtain license to use SLS mark

Obtaining this license is optional. This is a certification on the standard of the product. The license is obtained at the Sri Lanka Standards Institution (SLSI).

Obtain material safety data sheet (MSDS)

Obtain analysis report

Obtain certificate of origin

Clearance of essential oils & oleoresins

Clearance of essential oils & oleoresins (Bandaranaike International Airport)

Clearance of essential oils & oleoresins (Port of Colombo)

Clearance of essential oils & oleoresins (less than a container load)

Clearance of essential oils & oleoresins (full container load)

Export of essential oils & oleoresins through Port of Colombo

The full export procedure of essential oils & oleoresins compiles all the mandatory licenses, permits and clearance steps to export essential oils & oleoresins as a first-time exporter. If you are already registered as an exporter with the Department of Inland Revenue, with Sri Lanka Customs, with National Plant Quarantine Service and with the Department of Commerce, you can look in this search page of the product for the specific permits, certificates or information needed.

Fish

Obtain TIN certificate

Obtain VAT certificate

It is mandatory for any exporter exporting any product to register their VAT/TIN number in the Customs system (ASYCUDA World). This is a one-time registration.

Obtain license to operate a fish processing establishment for export

This license is obtainable from the Department of Fisheries and Aquatic resources.

It is mandatory to register as an exporter with the Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (DFAR) to export fish from Sri Lanka.

To obtain a certificate of origin exporters need to register with the Department of Commerce (DoC). This is a one-time registration.

Exporters who export fish which comes under the listed CITES species need to obtain the CITES permit. To obtain this permit, exporters have to register with the Department of Wildlife Conservation. This is a one-time registration.

Obtain export permit

The export permit is mandatory to export ornamental fish, lobsters, chank, sea cucumbers/beach demur, seashells and production of ornaments, coral cultivation done through artificial substrate, shark skin and shark fin, and fish maw. It is issued by the Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (DFAR).

Obtain health certificate

The health certificate is mandatory to export fish. It is issued by the Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources.

Obtain catch certificate

The catch certificate is mandatory to export fish. It is issued by the Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources at Bandaranaike International Airport.

Obtain CITES permit

The CITES permit is a document that ensures that international trade in specimens of wild animals and plants does not threaten their survival. The exporter who is exporting fish which comes under the listed CITES species, has to obtain the CITES certificate. Traders are required to obtain a CITES permit for each consignment.

Obtain certificate of origin

Clearance of fish

Clearance of fish (Bandaranaike International Airport)

Clearance of fish (Port of Colombo)

Clearance of fish (less than a container load)

Clearance of fish (full container load)

Export of fish through Bandaranaike International Airport

The full export procedure of fish compiles all the mandatory licenses, permits and clearance steps to export fish as a first-time exporter. If you are already registered as an exporter with the Department of Inland Revenue, with Sri Lanka Customs, with Department of Fisheries, and with the Department of Commerce, you can look in this search page of the product for the specific permits, certificates or information needed.

Food preparation

Obtain TIN certificate

Obtain VAT certificate

It is mandatory for any exporter exporting any product to register their VAT/TIN number in the Customs system (ASYCUDA World). This is a one-time registration.

Exporters who export food preparation items need to register with the Food Control Administration Unit (FCAU) of the Ministry of Health. This is a one-time registration.

To obtain a certificate of origin exporters need to register with the Department of Commerce (DoC). This is a one-time registration.

Obtain FSMS/HACCP system certificate

Obtain Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) certificate

Obtain health certificate

Obtain free sale certificate

Obtain certificate of origin

Clearance of food preparation

Clearance of food preparation (Bandaranaike International Airport)

Clearance of food preparation (Port of Colombo)

Clearance of food preparation (less than a container load)

Clearance of food preparation (full container load)

Export of food preparation through Port of Colombo

The full export procedure of food preparation compiles all the mandatory licenses, permits and clearance steps to export food preparation as a first-time exporter. If you are already registered as an exporter with the Department of Inland Revenue, with Sri Lanka Customs, with National Plant Quarantine Service, with Food Control Administration Unit, and with the Department of Commerce, you can look in this search page of the product for the specific permits, certificates or information needed.

Footwear

Obtain TIN certificate

Obtain VAT certificate

It is mandatory for any exporter exporting any product to register their VAT/TIN number in the Customs system (ASYCUDA World). This is a one-time registration.

To obtain a certificate of origin exporters need to register with the Department of Commerce (DoC). This is a one-time registration.

Obtain certificate of origin

Clearance of footwear

Clearance of footwear (Bandaranaike International Airport)

Clearance of footwear (Port of Colombo)

Clearance of footwear (less than a container load)

Clearance of footwear (full container load)

Export of footwear through Port of Colombo

The full export procedure of footwear compiles all the mandatory licenses, permits and clearance steps to export footwear as a first-time exporter. If you are already registered as an exporter with the Department of Inland Revenue, with Sri Lanka Customs, and with the Department of Commerce, you can look in this search page of the product for the specific permits, certificates or information needed.

Fruits

Obtain TIN certificate

Obtain VAT certificate

It is mandatory for any exporter exporting any product to register their VAT/TIN number in the Customs system (ASYCUDA World). This is a one-time registration.

To obtain the phytosanitary certificate exporters need to register with the National Plant Quarantine Service (NPQS). This is a one-time registration.

To obtain a certificate of origin exporters need to register with the Department of Commerce (DoC). This is a one-time registration.

Obtain field certificate (only for exports to the EU)

This is a mandatory certification for fruit products to be exported to countries in the European Union (EU). This procedure aims at assuring the quality of the product from the onset of the product plantation until the harvest.

Obtain certificate of origin

Obtain phytosanitary certificate

Obtain phytosanitary certificate (Bandaranaike International Airport)

Obtain phytosanitary certificate (Port of Colombo)

Obtain phytosanitary certificate with additional declaration

Obtain phytosanitary certificate with additional declaration (airport)

Obtain phytosanitary certificate with additional declaration (seaport)

Clearance of fruits

Clearance of fruits (Bandaranaike International Airport)

Clearance of fruits (Port of Colombo)

Clearance of fruits (less than a container load)

Clearance of fruits (full container load)

Export of fruits through Bandaranaike International Airport

The full export procedure of fruit compiles all the mandatory licenses, permits and clearance steps to export fruit as a first-time exporter. If you are already registered as an exporter with the Department of Inland Revenue, with Sri Lanka Customs, with National Plant Quarantine Service and with the Department of Commerce, you can look in this search page of the product for the specific permits, certificates or information needed.

Export of fruits (EU)

Export of fruits (Non-EU)

Horticultural plants

Obtain TIN certificate

Obtain VAT certificate

It is mandatory for any exporter exporting any product to register their VAT/TIN number in the Customs system (ASYCUDA World). This is a one-time registration.

Exporters of horticultural plants need to register with the Forest Department to obtain an export permit. Stocks of the nursery have to be recorded accordingly and submitted to the Forest Department every six months.

To obtain the phytosanitary certificate exporters need to register with the National Plant Quarantine Service (NPQS). This is a one-time registration.

To obtain a certificate of origin exporters need to register with the Department of Commerce (DoC). This is a one-time registration.

Exporters who export horticultural plants which comes under the listed CITES species need to obtain the CITES permit. To obtain this permit, exporters have to register with the Department of Wildlife Conservation. This is a one-time registration.

Obtain export permit

It is a legal requirement under the Forest Ordinance to obtain a permit from the Forest Department in order to export any forest produce.

Obtain CITES permit

Obtain phytosanitary certificate

Obtain phytosanitary certificate (Bandaranaike International Airport)

Obtain phytosanitary certificate with additional declaration

Obtain phytosanitary certificate with additional declaration (airport)

Obtain certificate of origin

Clearance of horticultural plants

Clearance of horticultural plants (Bandaranaike International Airport)

Clearance of horticultural plants (Port of Colombo)

Clearance of horticultural plants (less than a container load)

Clearance of horticultural plants (full container load)

Export of horticultural plants through Bandaranaike International Airport

The full export procedure of horticultural plants (plant & plant material) compiles all the mandatory licenses, permits and clearance steps to export horticultural plants (plant & plant material) as a first-time exporter. If you are already registered as an exporter with the Department of Inland Revenue, with Sri Lanka Customs, with National Plant Quarantine Service, with Forest Department and with the Department of Commerce, you can look in this search page of the product for the specific permits, certificates or information needed.

Jaggery

Obtain TIN certificate

Obtain VAT certificate

It is mandatory for any exporter exporting any product to register their VAT/TIN number in the Customs system (ASYCUDA World). This is a one-time registration.

To obtain a certificate of origin exporters need to register with the Department of Commerce (DoC). This is a one-time registration.

To export kithul treacle it is mandatory for exporters to register with the Industrial Technology Institute (ITI).

Obtain FSMS/HACCP system certificate

Obtain Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) certificate

Obtain license to use SLS mark

Obtaining this certificate is optional. This is a certification on the standard of the product. The certificate is obtained at the Sri Lanka Standards Institution (SLSI).

Obtain material safety data sheet (MSDS)

To export kithul treacle it is mandatory for exporters to obtain the material safety data sheet (MSDS). Without this certificate airlines or marine services will not allow the cargo. The MSDS certificate is issued by the Industrial Technology Institute (ITI).

Obtain analysis report

Obtain certificate of origin

Clearance of jaggery

Clearance of jaggery (Bandaranaike International Airport)

Clearance of jaggery (Port of Colombo)

Clearance of jaggery (less than a container load)

Clearance of jaggery (full container load)

Export of jaggery through Port of Colombo

The full export procedure of jaggery compiles all the mandatory licenses, permits and clearance steps to export jaggery as a first-time exporter. If you are already registered as an exporter with the Department of Inland Revenue, with Sri Lanka Customs, with Industrial Technology Institute and with the Department of Commerce, you can look in this search page of the product for the specific permits, certificates or information needed.

Kithul flour

Obtain TIN certificate

Obtain VAT certificate

It is mandatory for any exporter exporting any product to register their VAT/TIN number in the Customs system (ASYCUDA World). This is a one-time registration.

To obtain a certificate of origin exporters need to register with the Department of Commerce (DoC). This is a one-time registration.

Obtain FSMS/HACCP system certificate

Obtain Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) certificate

Obtain license to use SLS mark

Obtaining this certificate is optional. This is a certification on the standard of the product. The certificate is obtained at the Sri Lanka Standards Institution (SLSI).

Obtain certificate of origin

Clearance of kithul flour

Clearance of kithul flour (Bandaranaike International Airport)

Clearance of kithul flour (Port of Colombo)

Clearance of kithul flour (less than a container load)

Clearance of kithul flour (full container load)

Export of kithul flour through Port of Colombo

The full export procedure of kithul flour compiles all the mandatory licenses, permits and clearance steps to export kithul flour as a first-time exporter. If you are already registered as an exporter with the Department of Inland Revenue, with Sri Lanka Customs, with Industrial Technology Institute and with the Department of Commerce, you can look in this search page of the product for the specific permits, certificates or information needed.

Organic coconut flour

Obtain TIN certificate

Obtain VAT certificate

It is mandatory for any exporter exporting any product to register their VAT/TIN number in the Customs system (ASYCUDA World). This is a one-time registration.

Renew manufacturer registration with Coconut Development Authority (CDA)

A manufacturer of coconut needs to be registered with the Coconut Development Authority (CDA). The registration is valid for a period of one year and thereafter must be renewed annually.

To obtain a certificate of origin exporters need to register with the Department of Commerce (DoC). This is a one-time registration.

Exporters who export organic products from Sri Lanka have to register with the National Organic Control Unit (NOCU) of the Export Development Board (EDB) to obtain NOCU registration to ensure that the organic product meets the organic standards set by EDB.

Obtain FSMS/HACCP system certificate

This is a certification on the standard of the product. The certificate is obtained at the Sri Lanka Standards Institution (SLSI).

Obtain Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) certificate

Obtain license to use SLS mark

Obtaining this certificate is optional. This is a certification on the standard of the product. The certificate is obtained at the Sri Lanka Standards Institution (SLSI).

Obtain test report for coconut flour

This report gives a detailed description on the tested parameters relating to the coconut-related product. The report can be obtained from the Coconut Development Authority head office.

Obtain certificate of origin

Clearance of organic coconut flour

Clearance of organic coconut flour (Bandaranaike International Airport)

Clearance of organic coconut flour (Port of Colombo)

Clearance of organic coconut flour (less than a container load)

Clearance of organic coconut flour (full container load)

Export of organic coconut flour

The full export procedure of organic coconut flour compiles all the mandatory licenses, permits and clearance steps to export organic coconut flour as a first-time exporter. If you are already registered as an exporter with the Department of Inland Revenue, with Sri Lanka Customs, with Coconut Development Authority and with the Department of Commerce, you can look in this search page of the product for the specific permits, certificates or information needed.

Organic coconut milk

Obtain TIN certificate

Obtain VAT certificate

It is mandatory for any exporter exporting any product to register their VAT/TIN number in the Customs system (ASYCUDA World). This is a one-time registration.

Renew manufacturer registration with Coconut Development Authority (CDA)

A manufacturer of coconut needs to be registered with the Coconut Development Authority (CDA). The registration is valid for a period of one year and thereafter must be renewed annually.

To obtain a certificate of origin exporters need to register with the Department of Commerce (DoC). This is a one-time registration.

To export coconut milk, it is mandatory to obtain the material safety data sheet (MSDS). To obtain MSDS have to register with Industrial Technology Institute (ITI). This procedure is only a requirement for Coconut milk.

Obtain FSMS/HACCP system certificate

This is a certification on the standard of the product. The certificate is obtained at the Sri Lanka Standards Institution (SLSI).

Obtain Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) certificate

Obtain license to use SLS mark

Obtaining this certificate is optional. This is a certification on the standard of the product. The certificate is obtained at the Sri Lanka Standards Institution (SLSI).

Obtain material safety data sheet (MSDS)

To export coconut milk the material safety data sheet (MSDS) is mandatory. Without this certificate, airlines or marine services will not allow the cargo. The MSDS certificate is issued by Industrial Technology Institute (ITI).

Obtain analysis report

Obtain test report for coconut milk

This report gives a detailed description on the tested parameters relating to the coconut-related product. The report can be obtained from the Coconut Development Authority head office.

Obtain certificate of origin

Clearance of organic coconut milk

Clearance of organic coconut milk (Bandaranaike International Airport)

Clearance of organic coconut cream (Port of Colombo)

Clearance of organic coconut cream (less than a container load)

Clearance of organic coconut cream (full container load)

Export of organic coconut milk

The full export procedure of organic coconut milk compiles all the mandatory licenses, permits and clearance steps to export organic coconut milk as a first-time exporter. If you are already registered as an exporter with the Department of Inland Revenue, with Sri Lanka Customs, with Coconut Development Authority and with the Department of Commerce, you can look in this search page of the product for the specific permits, certificates or information needed.

Organic coconut sugar

Obtain TIN certificate

Obtain VAT certificate

It is mandatory for any exporter exporting any product to register their VAT/TIN number in the Customs system (ASYCUDA World). This is a one-time registration.

Renew manufacturer registration with Coconut Development Authority (CDA)

A manufacturer of coconut needs to be registered with the Coconut Development Authority (CDA). The registration is valid for a period of one year and thereafter must be renewed annually.

To obtain a certificate of origin exporters need to register with the Department of Commerce (DoC). This is a one-time registration.

Obtain FSMS/HACCP system certificate

This is a certification on the standard of the product. The certificate is obtained at the Sri Lanka Standards Institution (SLSI).

Obtain Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) certificate

Obtain license to use SLS mark

Obtaining this certificate is optional. This is a certification on the standard of the product. The certificate is obtained at the Sri Lanka Standards Institution (SLSI).

Obtain test report for coconut sugar

This report gives a detailed description on the tested parameters relating to the coconut-related product. The report can be obtained from the Coconut Development Authority head office.

Obtain certificate of origin

Clearance of organic coconut sugar

Clearance of organic coconut cream (Bandaranaike International Airport)

Clearance of organic coconut cream (Port of Colombo)

Clearance of organic coconut cream (less than a container load)

Clearance of organic coconut cream (full container load)

Export of organic coconut sugar

The full export procedure of organic coconut sugar compiles all the mandatory licenses, permits and clearance steps to export organic coconut sugar as a first-time exporter. If you are already registered as an exporter with the Department of Inland Revenue, with Sri Lanka Customs, with Coconut Development Authority and with the Department of Commerce, you can look in this search page of the product for the specific permits, certificates or information needed.

Organic fruits

Obtain TIN certificate

Obtain VAT certificate

It is mandatory for any exporter exporting any product to register their VAT/TIN number in the Customs system (ASYCUDA World). This is a one-time registration.

To obtain the phytosanitary certificate exporters need to register with the National Plant Quarantine Service (NPQS). This is a one-time registration.

To obtain a certificate of origin exporters need to register with the Department of Commerce (DoC). This is a one-time registration.

Obtain field certificate (only for exports to the EU)

Obtain certificate of origin

Obtain phytosanitary certificate

Obtain phytosanitary certificate (Bandaranaike International Airport)

Obtain phytosanitary certificate (Port of Colombo)

Obtain phytosanitary certificate with additional declaration

Obtain phytosanitary certificate with additional declaration (airport)

Obtain phytosanitary certificate with additional declaration (seaport)

Clearance of organic fruits

Clearance of organic fruits (Bandaranaike International Airport)

Clearance of organic fruits (Port of Colombo)

Clearance of organic fruits (less than a container load)

Clearance of organic fruits (full container load)

Export of organic fruits through Bandaranaike International Airport

The full export procedure of organic fruit compiles all the mandatory licenses, permits and clearance steps to export organic fruit as a first-time exporter. If you are already registered as an exporter with the Department of Inland Revenue, with Sri Lanka Customs, with National Plant Quarantine Service and with the Department of Commerce, you can look in this search page of the product for the specific permits, certificates or information needed.

Export of organic fruits (EU)

Export of organic fruits (Non-EU)

Organic green leaf

Obtain TIN certificate

Obtain VAT certificate

It is mandatory for any exporter exporting any product to register their VAT/TIN number in the Customs system (ASYCUDA World). This is a one-time registration.

To obtain the phytosanitary certificate exporters need to register with the National Plant Quarantine Service (NPQS). This is a one-time registration.

To obtain a certificate of origin exporters need to register with the Department of Commerce (DoC). This is a one-time registration.

Obtain field certificate (only for exports to the EU)

This is a mandatory certification for vegetable products to be exported to countries in the European Union (EU). This procedure aims at assuring the quality of the product from the onset of the product plantation until the harvest.

Obtain certificate of origin

Obtain phytosanitary certificate

Obtain phytosanitary certificate (Bandaranaike International Airport)

Obtain phytosanitary certificate (Port of Colombo)

Obtain phytosanitary certificate with additional declaration

Obtain phytosanitary certificate with additional declaration (airport)

Obtain phytosanitary certificate with additional declaration (seaport)

Clearance of organic green leaf

Clearance of organic green leaf (Bandaranaike International Airport)

Clearance of organic green leaf (Port of Colombo)

Clearance of organic green leaf (less than a container load)

Clearance of organic green leaf (full container load)

Export of organic green leaf through Bandaranaike International Airport

The full export procedure of organic green leaf compiles all the mandatory licenses, permits and clearance steps to export organic green leaf as a first-time exporter. If you are already registered as an exporter with the Department of Inland Revenue, with Sri Lanka Customs, with National Plant Quarantine Service and with the Department of Commerce, you can look in this search page of the product for the specific permits, certificates or information needed.

Export of organic green leaf (EU)

The full export procedure of organic green leaf compiles all the mandatory licenses, permits and clearance steps to export organic green leaf as a first-time exporter. If you are already registered as an exporter with the Department of Inland Revenue, with Sri Lanka Customs, with National Plant Quarantine Service and with the Department of Commerce, you can look in this search page of the product for the specific permits, certificates or information needed.

Export of organic green leaf (Non-EU)

Organic guava

Obtain TIN certificate

Obtain VAT certificate

It is mandatory for any exporter exporting any product to register their VAT/TIN number in the Customs system (ASYCUDA World). This is a one-time registration.

To obtain the phytosanitary certificate exporters need to register with the National Plant Quarantine Service (NPQS). This is a one-time registration.

To obtain a certificate of origin exporters need to register with the Department of Commerce (DoC). This is a one-time registration.

Obtain field certificate (only for exports to the EU)

Obtain certificate of origin

Obtain phytosanitary certificate

Obtain phytosanitary certificate (Bandaranaike International Airport)

Obtain phytosanitary certificate (Port of Colombo)

Obtain phytosanitary certificate with additional declaration

Obtain phytosanitary certificate with additional declaration (airport)

Obtain phytosanitary certificate with additional declaration (seaport)

Clearance of organic guava

Clearance of organic guava (Bandaranaike International Airport)

Clearance of organic guava (Port of Colombo)

Clearance of organic guava (less than a container load)

Clearance of organic guava (full container load)

Export of organic guava through Bandaranaike International Airport

The full export procedure of organic guava compiles all the mandatory licenses, permits and clearance steps to export organic guava as a first-time exporter. If you are already registered as an exporter with the Department of Inland Revenue, with Sri Lanka Customs, with National Plant Quarantine Service and with the Department of Commerce, you can look in this search page of the product for the specific permits, certificates or information needed.

Export of organic guava (EU)

Export of organic guava (Non-EU)

Organic jackfruit

Obtain TIN certificate

Obtain VAT certificate

It is mandatory for any exporter exporting any product to register their VAT/TIN number in the Customs system (ASYCUDA World). This is a one-time registration.

To obtain the phytosanitary certificate exporters need to register with the National Plant Quarantine Service (NPQS). This is a one-time registration.

To obtain a certificate of origin exporters need to register with the Department of Commerce (DoC). This is a one-time registration.

Obtain field certificate (only for exports to the EU)

Obtain certificate of origin

Obtain phytosanitary certificate

Obtain phytosanitary certificate (Bandaranaike International Airport)

Obtain phytosanitary certificate (Port of Colombo)

Obtain phytosanitary certificate with additional declaration

Obtain phytosanitary certificate with additional declaration (airport)

Obtain phytosanitary certificate with additional declaration (seaport)

Clearance of organic jackfruit

Clearance of organic jackfruit (Bandaranaike International Airport)

Clearance of organic jackfruit (Port of Colombo)

Clearance of organic jackfruit (less than a container load)

Clearance of organic jackfruit (full container load)

Export of organic jackfruit through Bandaranaike International Airport

The full export procedure of organic jackfruit compiles all the mandatory licenses, permits and clearance steps to export organic jackfruit as a first-time exporter. If you are already registered as an exporter with the Department of Inland Revenue, with Sri Lanka Customs, with National Plant Quarantine Service and with the Department of Commerce, you can look in this search page of the product for the specific permits, certificates or information needed.

Export of organic jackfruit (EU)

Export of organic jackfruit (Non-EU)

Organic king coconut water

Obtain TIN certificate

Obtain VAT certificate

It is mandatory for any exporter exporting any product to register their VAT/TIN number in the Customs system (ASYCUDA World). This is a one-time registration.

Renew manufacturer registration with Coconut Development Authority (CDA)

A manufacturer of coconut needs to be registered with the Coconut Development Authority (CDA). The registration is valid for a period of one year and thereafter must be renewed annually.

To obtain a certificate of origin exporters need to register with the Department of Commerce (DoC). This is a one-time registration.

To export cinnamon oil it is mandatory for exporters to register with the Industrial Technology Institute (ITI).

Obtain FSMS/HACCP system certificate

This is a certification on the standard of the product. The certificate is obtained at the Sri Lanka Standards Institution (SLSI).

Obtain Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) certificate

Obtain license to use SLS mark

Obtaining this certificate is optional. This is a certification on the standard of the product. The certificate is obtained at the Sri Lanka Standards Institution (SLSI).

Obtain material safety data sheet (MSDS)

To export king coconut water it is mandatory for exporters to obtain the material safety data sheet (MSDS). Without this certificate airlines or marine services will not allow the cargo. The MSDS certificate is issued by the Industrial Technology Institute (ITI).

Obtain analysis report

Obtain test report for king coconut water

This report gives a detailed description on the tested parameters relating to the coconut-related product. The report can be obtained from the Coconut Development Authority head office.

Obtain certificate of origin

Clearance of organic king coconut water

Clearance of organic king coconut water (Bandaranaike International Airport)

Clearance of organic king coconut water (Port of Colombo)

Clearance of organic king coconut water (less than a container load)

Clearance of organic king coconut water (full container load)

Export of organic king coconut water

The full export procedure of organic king coconut water product compiles all the mandatory licenses, permits and clearance steps to export organic king coconut water product as a first-time exporter. If you are already registered as an exporter with the Department of Inland Revenue, with Sri Lanka Customs, with Coconut Development Authority and with the Department of Commerce, you can look in this search page of the product for the specific permits, certificates or information needed.

Organic kithul treacle

Obtain TIN certificate

Obtain VAT certificate

It is mandatory for any exporter exporting any product to register their VAT/TIN number in the Customs system (ASYCUDA World). This is a one-time registration.

To obtain a certificate of origin exporters need to register with the Department of Commerce (DoC). This is a one-time registration.

To export kithul treacle it is mandatory for exporters to register with the Industrial Technology Institute (ITI).

Obtain FSMS/HACCP system certificate

Obtain Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) certificate

Obtain license to use SLS mark

Obtaining this certificate is optional. This is a certification on the standard of the product. The certificate is obtained at the Sri Lanka Standards Institution (SLSI).

Obtain material safety data sheet (MSDS)

Obtain analysis report

Obtain certificate of origin

Clearance of organic kithul treacle

Clearance of organic kithul treacle (Bandaranaike International Airport)

Clearance of organic kithul treacle (Port of Colombo)

Clearance of organic kithul treacle (less than a container load)

Clearance of organic kithul treacle (full container load)

Export of organic kithul treacle through Port of Colombo

The full export procedure of organic kithul treacle compiles all the mandatory licenses, permits and clearance steps to export organic kithul treacle as a first-time exporter. If you are already registered as an exporter with the Department of Inland Revenue, with Sri Lanka Customs, with Industrial Technology Institute and with the Department of Commerce, you can look in this search page of the product for the specific permits, certificates or information needed.

Organic mango

Obtain TIN certificate

Obtain VAT certificate

It is mandatory for any exporter exporting any product to register their VAT/TIN number in the Customs system (ASYCUDA World). This is a one-time registration.

To obtain the phytosanitary certificate exporters need to register with the National Plant Quarantine Service (NPQS). This is a one-time registration.

To obtain a certificate of origin exporters need to register with the Department of Commerce (DoC). This is a one-time registration.

Obtain field certificate (only for exports to the EU)

Obtain certificate of origin

Obtain phytosanitary certificate

Obtain phytosanitary certificate (Bandaranaike International Airport)

Obtain phytosanitary certificate (Port of Colombo)

Obtain phytosanitary certificate with additional declaration

Obtain phytosanitary certificate with additional declaration (airport)

Obtain phytosanitary certificate with additional declaration (seaport)

Clearance of organic mango

Clearance of organic mango (Bandaranaike International Airport)

Clearance of organic mango (Port of Colombo)

Clearance of organic mango (less than a container load)

Clearance of organic mango (full container load)

Export of organic mango through Bandaranaike International Airport

The full export procedure of organic mango compiles all the mandatory licenses, permits and clearance steps to export organic mango as a first-time exporter. If you are already registered as an exporter with the Department of Inland Revenue, with Sri Lanka Customs, with National Plant Quarantine Service and with the Department of Commerce, you can look in this search page of the product for the specific permits, certificates or information needed.

Export of organic mango (EU)

Export of organic mango (Non-EU)

Organic moringa

Obtain TIN certificate

Obtain VAT certificate

It is mandatory for any exporter exporting any product to register their VAT/TIN number in the Customs system (ASYCUDA World). This is a one-time registration.

To obtain the phytosanitary certificate exporters need to register with the National Plant Quarantine Service (NPQS). This is a one-time registration.

To obtain a certificate of origin exporters need to register with the Department of Commerce (DoC). This is a one-time registration.

Obtain field certificate (only for exports to the EU)

This is a mandatory certification for plant-based products to be exported to countries in the European Union (EU). This procedure aims at assuring the quality of the product from the onset of the product plantation until the harvest.

Obtain certificate of origin

Obtain phytosanitary certificate

Obtain phytosanitary certificate (Bandaranaike International Airport)

Obtain phytosanitary certificate (Port of Colombo)

Obtain phytosanitary certificate with additional declaration

Obtain phytosanitary certificate with additional declaration (airport)

Obtain phytosanitary certificate with additional declaration (seaport)

Clearance of organic moringa

Clearance of organic moringa (Bandaranaike International Airport)

Clearance of organic moringa (Port of Colombo)

Clearance of organic moringa (less than a container load)

Clearance of organic moringa (full container load)

Export of organic moringa through Bandaranaike International Airport

The full export procedure of organic moringa compiles all the mandatory licenses, permits and clearance steps to export organic moringa as a first-time exporter. If you are already registered as an exporter with the Department of Inland Revenue, with Sri Lanka Customs, with National Plant Quarantine Service and with the Department of Commerce, you can look in this search page of the product for the specific permits, certificates or information needed.

Export of organic moringa (EU)

Export of organic moringa (Non-EU)

Organic vanilla

Obtain TIN certificate

Obtain VAT certificate

It is mandatory for any exporter exporting any product to register their VAT/TIN number in the Customs system (ASYCUDA World). This is a one-time registration.

To obtain the phytosanitary certificate exporters need to register with the National Plant Quarantine Service (NPQS). This is a one-time registration.

To obtain a certificate of origin exporters need to register with the Department of Commerce (DoC). This is a one-time registration.

Obtain certificate of origin

Obtain phytosanitary certificate

Obtain phytosanitary certificate (Bandaranaike International Airport)

Obtain phytosanitary certificate (Port of Colombo)

Obtain phytosanitary certificate with additional declaration

Obtain phytosanitary certificate with additional declaration (airport)

Obtain phytosanitary certificate with additional declaration (seaport)

Clearance of organic vanilla

Clearance of organic vanilla (Bandaranaike International Airpor)

Clearance of organic vanilla (Port of Colombo)

Clearance of organic vanilla (less than a container load)

Clearance of organic vanilla (full container load)

Export of organic vanilla through Port of Colombo

The full export procedure of organic vanilla compiles all the mandatory licenses, permits and clearance steps to export organic vanilla as a first-time exporter. If you are already registered as an exporter with the Department of Inland Revenue, with Sri Lanka Customs, with National Plant Quarantine Service and with the Department of Commerce, you can look in this search page of the product for the specific permits, certificates or information needed.

Paper and paperboard

Obtain TIN certificate

Obtain VAT certificate

It is mandatory for any exporter exporting any product to register their VAT/TIN number in the Customs system (ASYCUDA World). This is a one-time registration.

Exporters who export paper and paperboard which used plants for paper manufacturing that come under the listed CITES species, need to obtain the CITES permit. To obtain this permit, exporters have to register with the Department of Wildlife Conservation. This is a one-time registration.

To obtain a certificate of origin exporters need to register with the Department of Commerce (DoC). This is a one-time registration.

Obtain CITES permit

The CITES permit is a document that ensures that international trade in specimens of wild animals and plants does not threaten their survival. The exporter who is using the plants comes under the listed CITES species in order to manufacture paper and paperboard, has to obtain the CITES certificate. Traders are required to obtain a CITES permit for each consignment.

Obtain certificate of origin

Clearance of paper and paperboard

Clearance of paper and paperboard (Bandaranaike International Airport)

Clearance of paper and paperboard (Port of Colombo)

Clearance of paper and paperboard (less than a container load)

Clearance of paper and paperboard (full container load)

Export of paper and paperboard through Port of Colombo

The full export procedure of paper and paperboard compiles all the mandatory licenses, permits and clearance steps to export paper and paperboard as a first-time exporter. If you are already registered as an exporter with the Department of Inland Revenue, with Sri Lanka Customs, and with the Department of Commerce, you can look in this search page of the product for the specific permits, certificates or information needed.

Pepper

Obtain TIN certificate

Obtain VAT certificate

It is mandatory for any exporter exporting any product to register their VAT/TIN number in the Customs system (ASYCUDA World). This is a one-time registration.

To obtain the phytosanitary certificate exporters need to register with the National Plant Quarantine Service (NPQS). This is a one-time registration.

To obtain a certificate of origin exporters need to register with the Department of Commerce (DoC). This is a one-time registration.

Obtain FSMS/HACCP system certificate

Obtain Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) certificate

Obtain license to use SLS mark

Obtaining this license is optional. This is a certification on the standard of the product. The license is obtained at the Sri Lanka Standards Institution (SLSI).

Obtain certificate of origin

Obtain phytosanitary certificate

Obtain phytosanitary certificate (Bandaranaike International Airport)

Obtain phytosanitary certificate (Port of Colombo)

Obtain phytosanitary certificate with additional declaration

Obtain phytosanitary certificate with additional declaration (airport)

Obtain phytosanitary certificate with additional declaration (seaport)

Clearance of pepper

Clearance of pepper (Bandaranaike International Airport)

Clearance of pepper (Port of Colombo)

Clearance of pepper (less than a container load)

Clearance of pepper (full container load)

Export of pepper through Port of Colombo

The full export procedure of pepper compiles all the mandatory licenses, permits and clearance steps to export pepper as a first-time exporter. If you are already registered as an exporter with the Department of Inland Revenue, with Sri Lanka Customs, with National Plant Quarantine Service and with the Department of Commerce, you can look in this search page of the product for the specific permits, certificates or information needed.

Precious stones

Obtain TIN certificate

Obtain VAT certificate

It is mandatory for any exporter exporting any product to register their VAT/TIN number in the Customs system (ASYCUDA World). This is a one-time registration.

To obtain a certificate of origin exporters need to register with the Department of Commerce (DoC). This is a one-time registration.

Obtain gem dealer license

Exporters who engage in the exportation of gemstones must obtain the valid official gem dealer license issued by the National Gem and Jewellery Authority (NGJA). The exporter may select the category of the license to suite the stock value handled. Exporters are required to comply with the maximum stock value ceiling indicated in the license for any given export.

Obtain certificate of origin

Clearance through the National Gem and Jewellery Authority (NGJA)

It is mandatory that outbound gemstones and jewellery export consignments are verified at the headquarters branch of the National Gem and Jewellery Authority (NGJA). However, this service is made available for the convenience of the exporters at the Diamond Export Unit located at the Air Cargo Village of Bandaranaike International Airport, Katunayake.

Clearance of precious stones (Bandaranaike International Airport)

Export of precious stones through Bandaranaike International Airport

The full export procedure of precious stones compiles all the mandatory licenses, permits and clearance steps to export precious stones as a first-time exporter. If you are already registered as an exporter with the Department of Inland Revenue, with Sri Lanka Customs, with the Department of Commerce, you can look in this search page of the product for the specific permits, certificates or information needed.

Rice/ rice products

Obtain TIN certificate

Obtain VAT certificate

It is mandatory for any exporter exporting any product to register their VAT/TIN number in the Customs system (ASYCUDA World). This is a one-time registration.

To obtain the phytosanitary certificate exporters need to register with the National Plant Quarantine Service (NPQS). This is a one-time registration.

To obtain a certificate of origin exporters need to register with the Department of Commerce (DoC). This is a one-time registration.

Obtain certificate of origin

Obtain phytosanitary certificate

Obtain phytosanitary certificate (Bandaranaike International Airport)

Obtain phytosanitary certificate (Port of Colombo)

Obtain phytosanitary certificate with additional declaration

Obtain phytosanitary certificate with additional declaration (airport)

Obtain phytosanitary certificate with additional declaration (seaport)

Clearance of rice/ rice products

Clearance of rice/ rice products (Bandaranaike International Airport)

Clearance of rice/ rice products (Port of Colombo)

Clearance of rice/ rice products (less than a container load)

Clearance of rice/ rice products (full container load)

Export of rice/ rice products through Port of Colombo

The full export procedure of rice/ rice products compiles all the mandatory licenses, permits and clearance steps to export rice/ rice products as a first-time exporter. If you are already registered as an exporter with the Department of Inland Revenue, with Sri Lanka Customs, with National Plant Quarantine Service and with the Department of Commerce, you can look in this search page of the product for the specific permits, certificates or information needed.

Rubber

To export any product this preliminary registration is mandatory. VAT certificate is issued one time by Sri Lanka Inland Revenue Department

Obtain TIN certificate

Obtain VAT certificate

It is mandatory for any exporter exporting any product to register their VAT/TIN number in the Customs system (ASYCUDA World). This is a one-time registration.

To obtain a certificate of origin exporters need to register with the Department of Commerce (DoC). This is a one-time registration.

To obtain the phytosanitary certificate exporters need to register with the National Plant Quarantine Service (NPQS). This is a one-time registration.

Obtain registration certificate to export rubber

It is mandatory for an exporter of rubber to register with the Rubber Development Department (RDD). The registration will need to be renewed annually.

Obtain certificate of origin

Obtain phytosanitary certificate

Obtain phytosanitary certificate (Bandaranaike International Airport)

Obtain phytosanitary certificate (Port of Colombo)

Obtain phytosanitary certificate with additional declaration

Obtain phytosanitary certificate with additional declaration (airport)

Obtain phytosanitary certificate with additional declaration (seaport)

Clearance of rubber

Clearance of rubber (Bandaranaike International Airport)

Clearance of rubber (Port of Colombo)

Clearance of rubber (less than a container load)

Clearance of rubber (full container load)

Export of rubber through Port of Colombo

The full export procedure of rubber compiles all the mandatory licenses, permits and clearance steps to export rubber as a first-time exporter. If you are already registered as an exporter with the Department of Inland Revenue, with Sri Lanka Customs, with National Plant Quarantine Service and with the Department of Commerce, you can look in this search page of the product for the specific permits, certificates or information needed.

Ships

Obtain TIN certificate

Obtain VAT certificate

It is mandatory for any exporter exporting any product to register their VAT/TIN number in the Customs system (ASYCUDA World). This is a one-time registration.

To obtain a certificate of origin exporters need to register with the Department of Commerce (DoC). This is a one-time registration.

Obtain certificate of origin

Clearance of ships

Clearance of ships (Port of Colombo)

Clearance of ships (full container load)

Export of ships through Port of Colombo

The full export procedure of ships compiles all the mandatory licenses, permits and clearance steps to export ships as a first-time exporter. If you are already registered as an exporter with the Department of Inland Revenue, with Sri Lanka Customs, and with the Department of Commerce, you can look in this search page of the product for the specific permits, certificates or information needed.

Soft toys

Obtain TIN certificate

Obtain VAT certificate

It is mandatory for any exporter exporting any product to register their VAT/TIN number in the Customs system (ASYCUDA World). This is a one-time registration.

To obtain a certificate of origin exporters need to register with the Department of Commerce (DoC). This is a one-time registration.

Obtain certificate of origin

Clearance of soft toys

Clearance of soft toys (Bandaranaike International Airport)

Clearance of soft toys (Port of Colombo)

Clearance of soft toys (less than a container load)

Clearance of soft toys (full container load)

Export of soft toys through Port of Colombo

The full export procedure of soft toys compiles all the mandatory licenses, permits and clearance steps to export soft toys as a first-time exporter. If you are already registered as an exporter with the Department of Inland Revenue, with Sri Lanka Customs, and with the Department of Commerce, you can look in this search page of the product for the specific permits, certificates or information needed.

Spices

Obtain TIN certificate

Obtain VAT certificate

It is mandatory for any exporter exporting any product to register their VAT/TIN number in the Customs system (ASYCUDA World). This is a one-time registration.

To obtain the phytosanitary certificate exporters need to register with the National Plant Quarantine Service (NPQS). This is a one-time registration.

To obtain a certificate of origin exporters need to register with the Department of Commerce (DoC). This is a one-time registration.

Obtain approved affidavit

To obtain a certificate of origin exporters need to submit affidavit to the Department of Commerce (DoC). Affidavit to be submitted only for products wholly obtained products.

Obtain FSMS/HACCP system certificate

Obtain Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) certificate

Obtain license to use SLS mark

Obtaining this license is optional. This is a certification on the standard of the product. The license is obtained at the Sri Lanka Standards Institution (SLSI).

Obtain certificate of origin

Obtain phytosanitary certificate

Obtain phytosanitary certificate (Bandaranaike International Airport)

Obtain phytosanitary certificate (Port of Colombo)

Obtain phytosanitary certificate with additional declaration

Obtain phytosanitary certificate with additional declaration (airport)

Obtain phytosanitary certificate with additional declaration (seaport)

Clearance of spices

Clearance of spices (Bandaranaike International Airport)

Clearance of spices (Port of Colombo)

Clearance of spices (less than a container load)

Clearance of spices (full container load)

Export of spices through Port of Colombo

The full export procedure of spices compiles all the mandatory licenses, permits and clearance steps to export spices as a first-time exporter. If you are already registered as an exporter with the Department of Inland Revenue, with Sri Lanka Customs, with National Plant Quarantine Service and with the Department of Commerce, you can look in this search page of the product for the specific permits, certificates or information needed.

Tamarind and value added products

Obtain TIN certificate

Obtain VAT certificate

It is mandatory for any exporter exporting any product to register their VAT/TIN number in the Customs system (ASYCUDA World). This is a one-time registration.

To obtain the phytosanitary certificate exporters need to register with the National Plant Quarantine Service (NPQS). This is a one-time registration.

To obtain a certificate of origin exporters need to register with the Department of Commerce (DoC). This is a one-time registration.

Obtain approved affidavit

To obtain a certificate of origin exporters need to submit affidavit to the Department of Commerce (DoC). Affidavit to be submitted only for products wholly obtained products.

Obtain FSMS/HACCP system certificate

Obtain Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) certificate

Obtain license to use SLS mark

Obtaining this license is optional. This is a certification on the standard of the product. The license is obtained at the Sri Lanka Standards Institution (SLSI).

Obtain material safety data sheet (MSDS) (Only for liquid product)

Obtain analysis report (Only for liquid product)

Obtain certificate of origin

Obtain phytosanitary certificate

Obtain phytosanitary certificate (Bandaranaike International Airport)

Obtain phytosanitary certificate (Port of Colombo)

Obtain phytosanitary certificate with additional declaration

Obtain phytosanitary certificate with additional declaration (airport)

Obtain phytosanitary certificate with additional declaration (seaport)

Clearance of tamarind and value added products

Clearance of tamarind and value added products (Bandaranaike International Airport)

Clearance of tamarind and value added products (Port of Colombo)

Clearance of tamarind and value added products (less than a container load)

Clearance of tamarind and value added products (full container load)

Export of tamarind and value added products through Port of Colombo

The full export procedure of tamarind and value added products compiles all the mandatory licenses, permits and clearance steps to export tamarind and value added products as a first-time exporter. If you are already registered as an exporter with the Department of Inland Revenue, with Sri Lanka Customs, with National Plant Quarantine Service and with the Department of Commerce, you can look in this search page of the product for the specific permits, certificates or information needed.

Tea

Obtain TIN certificate

Obtain VAT certificate

It is mandatory for any exporter exporting any product to register their VAT/TIN number in the Customs system (ASYCUDA World). This is a one-time registration.

To obtain the phytosanitary certificate exporters need to register with the National Plant Quarantine Service (NPQS). This is a one-time registration.

To obtain a certificate of origin exporters need to register with the Department of Commerce (DoC). This is a one-time registration.

Obtain warehouse registration

For any exporter it is a requirement that the warehouse premises, where the product is stored, are registered with the Sri Lanka Tea Board (SLTB). The warehouse registration is a pre-requisite to obtain the registration as a tea exporter and tea packer with SLTB.

This is a preliminary registration mandatory for all exporters of tea. It is valid only for one year and is issued by the Sri Lanka Tea Board (SLTB).

Renew registration as tea exporter and tea packer

This is the procedure to renew the registration as tea exporter and tea packer. It is mandatory to renew the registration annually.

Obtain quality assurance certificate from Sri Lanka Tea Board (SLTB)

The government of Iran requests a quality certificate from all tea suppliers exporting to Iran to consider registration permitting the import. Hence, the Sri Lanka Tea Board (SLTB) has taken action to commence a process which will enable interested exporters to apply and obtain a quality certificate for submission to Iran. This scheme is voluntary. and the Sri Lanka Tea Board will undertake inspection only on the request of the specific tea exporter and arrange expertise as per a pre-scheduled plan and audit using applicable standards. This is a certification on the standards of the product.

Obtain approval for tea export

The Tea Board issues a final approval for the tea intended to be exported.The Customs department does not give permission for commercially exported Tea cargo to exit Sri Lanka without this approval by the Tea Board.

Obtain certificate to use lion logo for tea

Obtaining this certificate is optional as it is only a requirement made by the importer or sometimes the importing country. This is a certification that denotes it originates from Sri Lanka.

Obtain FSMS/HACCP system certificate

Obtain license to use SLS mark

Obtaining this certificate is optional. This is a certification on the standard of the product. The certificate is obtained at the Sri Lanka Standards Institution (SLSI).

Obtain certificate of origin

Obtain phytosanitary certificate

Obtain phytosanitary certificate (Bandaranaike International Airport)

Obtain phytosanitary certificate (Port of Colombo)

Obtain phytosanitary certificate with additional declaration

Obtain phytosanitary certificate with additional declaration (airport)

Obtain phytosanitary certificate with additional declaration (seaport)

Clearance of tea

Clearance of tea (Bandaranaike International Airport)

Clearance of tea (Port of Colombo)

Clearance of tea (less than a container load)

Clearance of tea (full container load)

Export of tea through Port of Colombo

The full export procedure of tea compiles all the mandatory licenses, permits and clearance steps to export tea as a first-time exporter. If you are already registered as an exporter with the Department of Inland Revenue, with Sri Lanka Customs, with National Plant Quarantine Service and with the Department of Commerce, you can look in this search page of the product for the specific permits, certificates or information needed.

Textile and apparel

Obtain TIN certificate

Obtain VAT certificate

It is mandatory for any exporter exporting any product to register their VAT/TIN number in the Customs system (ASYCUDA World). This is a one-time registration.

To obtain a certificate of origin exporters need to register with the Department of Commerce (DoC). This is a one-time registration.

According to the Industrial Promotion Act No: 46 of 1990 every textile and apparel manufacturer and non-manufacturer has to be registered under this Ministry except registered industries under BOI (Board of Investment).

According to the Industrial Promotion Act No: 46 of 1990, every manufacturer of textile and apparel has to be registered under the Ministry of Industry and Commerce, except for registered industries under the Board of Investment (BOI).

According to the Industrial Promotion Act No: 46 of 1990, every exporter of textile and apparel who is not the manufacturer of the product has to be registered under the Ministry of Industry and Commerce, except for registered industries under the Board of Investment (BOI).

Obtain tariff rate quota certificate

This procedure is mandatory to obtain tariff concessions under the India-Sri Lanka Free Trade Agreement for apparel products.

Obtain certificate of origin

Clearance of textile and apparel

Clearance of textile and apparel (Bandaranaike International Airport)

Clearance of textile and apparel (Port of Colombo)

Clearance of textile and apparel (less than a container load)

Clearance of textile and apparel (full container load)

Export of textile and apparel through Port of Colombo

The full export procedure of textile and apparels compiles all the mandatory licenses, permits and clearance steps to export textile and apparels as a first-time exporter. If you are already registered as an exporter with the Department of Inland Revenue, with Sri Lanka Customs, with Industry and Commerce and with the Department of Commerce, you can look in this search page of the product for the specific permits, certificates or information needed.

Export of textile and apparel through Port of Colombo (manufacturer)

Export of textile and apparel through Port of Colombo (non-manufacturer)

Vegetables

Obtain TIN certificate

Obtain VAT certificate

It is mandatory for any exporter exporting any product to register their VAT/TIN number in the Customs system (ASYCUDA World). This is a one-time registration.

To obtain the phytosanitary certificate exporters need to register with the National Plant Quarantine Service (NPQS). This is a one-time registration.

To obtain a certificate of origin exporters need to register with the Department of Commerce (DoC). This is a one-time registration.

Obtain field certificate (only for exports to the EU)

Obtain certificate of origin

Obtain phytosanitary certificate

Obtain phytosanitary certificate (Bandaranaike International Airport)

Obtain phytosanitary certificate (Port of Colombo)

Obtain phytosanitary certificate with additional declaration

Obtain phytosanitary certificate with additional declaration (airport)

Obtain phytosanitary certificate with additional declaration (seaport)

Clearance of vegetables

Clearance of vegetables (Bandaranaike International Airport)

Clearance of vegetables (Port of Colombo)

Clearance of vegetables (less than a container load)

Clearance of vegetables (full container load)

Export of vegetables through Bandaranaike International Airport

The full export procedure of vegetables compiles all the mandatory licenses, permits and clearance steps to export vegetables as a first-time exporter. If you are already registered as an exporter with the Department of Inland Revenue, with Sri Lanka Customs, with National Plant Quarantine Service and with the Department of Commerce, you can look in this search page of the product for the specific permits, certificates or information needed.

Export of vegetables (EU)

The full export procedure of vegetable compiles all the mandatory licenses, permits and clearance steps to export vegetable as a first-time exporter. If you are already registered as an exporter with the Department of Inland Revenue, with Sri Lanka Customs, with National Plant Quarantine Service and with the Department of Commerce, you can look in this search page of the product for the specific permits, certificates or information needed.