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Free Sri Lanka VAT Invoice Generator
Create IRD-compliant VAT invoices in seconds. Automatically calculate 18% VAT, generate professional tax invoices, download PDF copies, print instantly, or share directly with customers via WhatsApp and email.
Tax Invoice
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Purchaser
| Ref* | Description of Goods or Services | Quantity | Unit Price | Amount Excl. VAT (Rs.) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0.00 | |||
| 2 | 0.00 | |||
| 3 | 0.00 | |||
| Total Value of Supply: | 0.00 | |||
| VAT Amount (18%): | 0.00 | |||
| Total Amount including VAT (LKR): | 0.00 | |||
What Is a Tax Invoice in Sri Lanka?
A Tax Invoice is the official billing document that VAT-registered businesses in Sri Lanka must issue under the Value Added Tax Act No. 14 of 2002 (as amended). It is more than a bill — it is the legal document your business customers need to claim input VAT credit on their own VAT returns filed with the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
An invoice missing required details can be rejected by the IRD: your customer loses their input credit and your records fall out of compliance. This free generator produces invoices that follow the format set out in the IRD Government Gazette notification.
View Government Gazette Notification (PDF)Key Compliance Takeaway
To guarantee input tax claims, ensure both supplier and buyer Taxpayer Identification Numbers (TINs) are correctly structured and formatted as specified by the IRD.
What Must a Valid Sri Lanka Tax Invoice Include?
The IRD specifies nine mandatory fields for every VAT invoice issued by a registered supplier. All of the following are already built into this generator — nothing is left to chance.
- 1
The words "Tax Invoice" displayed prominently
Must appear as a clear heading on the document face.
- 2
Supplier's name, address and Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN)
Your registered business details as they appear on the IRD certificate.
- 3
Purchaser's name, address and TIN
Essential for the buyer to claim input VAT credit on their own VAT return.
- 4
Serial number and date of the invoice
A unique sequential number for audit trail and IRD compliance.
- 5
Date of supply and place of supply
Determines the VAT period and the jurisdiction of the transaction.
- 6
Description, quantity and unit price of goods or services
Line-item detail is required — a lump-sum description is not sufficient.
- 7
Value of the supply excluding VAT
The net taxable value before the 18% VAT is applied.
- 8
VAT rate applied (18%) with the VAT amount shown separately
The tax must be itemised — it cannot be embedded in the line price.
- 9
Total including VAT in Sri Lankan Rupees (LKR)
Grand total plus the amount in words, auto-generated by this tool.
How to Create a VAT Invoice
From blank form to a compliant PDF in under two minutes — no account, no software to install.
Enter Supplier and Purchaser Details
Fill in your business name, registered address and Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) in the Supplier section. Then enter your customer's name, address and TIN in the Purchaser section. Both TINs are mandatory — without the purchaser's TIN, your customer cannot claim input VAT credit from the IRD.
Add Line Items and Upload Your Logo
Click "Add Item" to list each product or service with its description, quantity and unit price. You can upload your business logo (recommended 240 × 240 px, square or circle crop) from the customise bar. The invoice number is pre-filled with a suggested format; update it to match your own numbering sequence.
VAT, LKR Totals and Amount-in-Words Are Calculated Automatically
As you fill in line items, the tool instantly calculates the net value, the 18% VAT amount and the grand total in LKR. The total amount in words (e.g. "One Hundred Thousand Rupees Only") is also generated automatically — a legal requirement under the IRD gazette format — so there is nothing extra for you to type.
Download, Print or Share — No Account Needed
When your invoice is ready, choose your preferred output: download a print-quality PDF, print directly from the browser, or share via WhatsApp or email with a single tap. Everything happens in your browser — no sign-up, no subscription and no data sent to a third-party server.
VAT in Sri Lanka: Rates, Registration & Filing (2026 Guide)
Everything VAT-registered businesses and their accountants need to know — from the current rate to RAMIS filing and the upcoming e-invoicing rollout.
Current VAT Rate
The standard rate is 18% (effective 1 January 2024), raised from the previous 15%. Exports are zero-rated — a Tax Invoice is still required showing 0% VAT so the exporter can reclaim input credit. Certain supplies (e.g. selected financial services, healthcare, and educational services) are exempt and fall outside the VAT net entirely. Always confirm the applicable rate with a tax professional for your specific industry.
Who Must Register
Any business whose taxable turnover exceeds LKR 60 million per annum (as most recently revised by the IRD) is legally required to register for VAT and obtain a Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN). Voluntary registration is available for businesses below that threshold — useful when your customers are VAT-registered and expect to claim input credit from your invoices.
Filing VAT Returns
VAT returns are filed through the RAMIS (Revenue Administration Management Information System) portal. Every Tax Invoice you issue feeds your output VAT; every Tax Invoice you receive supports an input VAT credit claim. Accurate, IRD-compliant invoicing is therefore the foundation of clean filing — incomplete or incorrect invoices can trigger adjustments, penalties, or audit queries.
E-Invoicing Initiative
The IRD is rolling out an electronic invoicing mandate, beginning with large taxpayers, with a phased expansion planned. Businesses that already issue structured, digital, IRD-aligned invoices — with all mandatory fields correctly populated — are best placed for a smooth transition. Using a compliant digital generator today is practical preparation for mandatory e-invoicing tomorrow.
Tax Invoice vs. Ordinary Invoice vs. SVAT
Not every invoice in Sri Lanka is the same — and using the wrong type can cost your customers their input VAT credit or expose your business to compliance risk. Understanding the difference is essential whether you are a supplier, buyer, or accountant. The three invoice types serve distinct legal purposes and apply in different scenarios under the VAT Act and the IRD's SVAT scheme. Only a proper Tax Invoice — with both TINs, a separate VAT line and an IRD-compliant format — allows a registered buyer to recover input tax through RAMIS.
Tax Invoice
VAT-to-VAT- Issued by a VAT-registered supplier to a VAT-registered buyer.
- Enables the buyer to claim input VAT credit from the IRD.
- Must include both TINs, the 18% VAT amount shown separately, and all IRD mandatory fields.
- Generated by this tool — ready for RAMIS filing.
Ordinary / Commercial Invoice
Non-VAT- Used when the buyer is not VAT-registered, or the supplier is below the LKR 60 million threshold.
- No VAT is charged or shown separately.
- Cannot be used by the recipient to claim input VAT credit.
- Common for retail sales and B2C transactions.
SVAT Invoice
Suspended Scheme- Applies to specified supplies under the Simplified VAT (SVAT) suspended scheme.
- VAT is suspended rather than collected and then reclaimed — reducing cash-flow burden.
- Only applicable to qualifying exporters and their approved suppliers.
- Requires IRD approval and adherence to SVAT-specific documentation rules.
Understanding VAT Schedule 1 & Schedule 2
When filing a VAT return through RAMIS, every registered business must submit two detailed schedules alongside the return itself. The quality of your invoices determines how painless — or painful — that preparation is.
Schedule 1 — Output / Sales
Lists every Tax Invoice you issued during the VAT period. For each invoice, RAMIS requires the purchaser TIN, invoice serial number, date, taxable value and VAT charged. A well-structured Tax Invoice — with a unique serial number and the buyer's TIN — maps directly to a Schedule 1 row with zero manual re-keying.
Schedule 2 — Input / Purchases
Lists every Tax Invoice you received and wish to claim as an input credit. The supplier TIN, their invoice number, date and the VAT amount must match the originating document exactly. If a received invoice is missing the supplier TIN or has no serial number, that line is disallowable — you lose the credit.
How a Properly Structured Tax Invoice Makes Schedule Preparation Painless
Every invoice generated by this tool includes a unique serial number, both TINs, the invoice date, a separated VAT amount and a net taxable value — exactly the fields that map row-by-row into Schedule 1 and Schedule 2. When your invoices are consistent and complete, compiling the schedules is a straightforward export, not a forensic exercise. Missing a TIN or a serial number on even one invoice can make that line disallowable, blocking an input credit claim and requiring a corrective filing.
AccDoo Paid Platform
AccDoo Exports VAT Schedule 1 & Schedule 2 Automatically
AccDoo's accounting platform generates IRD-ready Schedule 1 and Schedule 2 reports directly from your issued and received invoices — no manual compilation, no spreadsheets. At filing time, simply export and upload to RAMIS. Every invoice issued through AccDoo is already structured to feed both schedules correctly.
Who Is This Invoice Generator For?
Designed specifically for Sri Lankan business profiles, enabling distinct trades to generate compliant Tax Invoices.
Contractors & Construction
Bill clients for materials and labor components with clearly itemized tax separations.
Electricians & Technicians
List diagnostic services alongside parts and components under compliance-safe rates.
Salons & Spas
Charge retail customers or high-end corporate clients with detailed, compliant tax items.
Repair Centers & Parts Shops
Detail vehicle mechanical work and spare-parts sales with proper VAT calculations.
Hotels, Cafes & Restaurants
Generate tax-compliant billing layouts for corporate block bookings and group visits.
Distributors & Wholesalers
Create high-volume bulk supply bills showing split VAT metrics and total figures.
Freelancers & Consultants
Present neat tax billing documents to local and foreign partners to verify input tax.
IT & Digital Agencies
Invoicing for custom development, platform licenses, and regular infrastructure hosting.
Private Tutors & Institutes
Invoicing corporate classes, group trainings, and educational programs with correct status.
Import/Export Businesses
Generate zero-rated export Tax Invoices for overseas deliveries to protect import credits.
Why Use AccDoo's VAT Invoice Generator?
A comprehensive utility crafted explicitly to deliver maximum speed, ease, and complete IRD alignment.
Official Gazette Format
Structured strictly on the IRD-published Tax Invoice rules, not a generic international mockup.
No Signup Required
Start creating, sharing, and downloading documents instantly without giving away your email.
Automatic LKR Totals
Instantly calculates 18% VAT rates, line totals, and creates the mandated amount-in-words.
Bilingual Support
Generate and configure invoices in either English or Sinhala to match your clients' needs.
Sharing Options
Instant PDF export, layout printing, WhatsApp messaging, and email routing out of the box.
Free Forever
Absolutely free to use. No watermarks on PDFs, no limit caps, and no locked features.
Frequently Asked Questions
Got questions about VAT, TIN requirements, or invoicing compliance? Find quick answers below.
Tax Invoice
Purchaser
| Ref* | Description of Goods or Services | Quantity | Unit Price | Amount Excl. VAT (Rs.) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Enter item name/description | 0 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
| 2 | Enter item name/description | 0 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
| 3 | Enter item name/description | 0 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
| Total Value of Supply: | 0.00 | |||
| VAT Amount (18%): | 0.00 | |||
| Total Amount including VAT (LKR): | 0.00 | |||