Sri Lanka’s casino entrance levy increased
Regulation · 2026-01-05

Sri Lanka’s Inland Revenue Department (IRD) has announced significant tax changes for casino operators and betting and gaming establishments, set to take effect on January 1, 2026.

In an official notice released today, the IRD revealed that the Casino Entrance Levy (CEL) will be doubled from $50 to $100 per entrant.


Under the new regulations, all gaming businesses in Sri Lanka must collect a levy of $100, or its equivalent in another convertible foreign currency or Sri Lankan rupees, from each individual entering their premises.


Additionally, the Gross Collection Levy for betting and gaming enterprises will rise from 15 percent to 18 percent. This new rate applies to gross collections exceeding Rs. 1 million ($3.230) per month, impacting businesses such as bookmakers and gaming operators.


These revisions follow changes to the Betting and Gaming Levy Act No. 40 of 1988, as amended by the Betting and Gaming Levy (Amendment) Act No. 25 of 2025.


The IRD has urged all casino operators and betting businesses to adhere to the revised levy structure starting from the effective date. For further clarification, stakeholders are encouraged to reach out to relevant officials at the Inland Revenue Department.

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