Business & Economy

Imports & Exports 8 min read

Export Documentation Checklist for Sri Lanka: Avoid Common Mistakes

Getting your export documentation right is the difference between a smooth shipment and costly delays at the port. If you're exporting goods from Sri Lanka, missing even one required document can hold...

Mar 14, 2026 115

Imports & Exports 5 min read

Gems & Jewellery Exports Boom: 46% Rise in Sri Lanka December 2025 Explained

Sri Lanka's gems and jewellery sector just delivered a blockbuster performance, with exports surging 46% in December 2025 alone. This boom is lighting up opportunities for local businesses, investors,...

Mar 14, 2026 86

Imports & Exports 6 min read

Rice Imports Dependency: Sri Lanka's Food Security in 2025-2026

Sri Lanka's dinner tables have long revolved around a steaming plate of rice, but as we head into 2025-2026, our reliance on imports is casting a shadow over our food security. With domestic productio...

Mar 13, 2026 109

Imports & Exports 6 min read

Sri Lanka's Top Import Partners 2025: India, China, UAE – Trends and Data

Whether you're a small business owner in Colombo sourcing raw materials or an importer in Kandy looking to expand, knowing Sri Lanka's top import partners is key to making smart decisions. In 2025, In...

Mar 13, 2026 156

Imports & Exports 8 min read

Chemical Imports to Sri Lanka: Industrial Needs and Safety Regs 2026

If you're involved in manufacturing or industrial operations in Sri Lanka, you'll need to understand the rules around importing chemicals. Whether you're bringing in raw materials for production, spec...

Mar 13, 2026 67

Imports & Exports 6 min read

How to Start Importing Machinery to Sri Lanka: Duties, Regulations, and 2026 Tips

Ever wondered how to bring that state-of-the-art CNC machine or industrial press into Sri Lanka without getting tangled in red tape? Whether you're launching a garment factory in Katunayake or setting...

Mar 13, 2026 97

Imports & Exports 5 min read

HS Codes for Sri Lanka Exports: Essential Guide for Customs Compliance

Ever wondered why your seafood shipment from Colombo got held up at customs, or how a simple mix-up in product codes cost you thousands in extra duties? For Sri Lankan exporters, getting your HS codes...

Mar 13, 2026 111

Imports & Exports 5 min read

Sri Lanka Services Exports 2025: ICT/BPM Up 8.81% – Opportunities for Freelancers

Imagine turning your coding skills or design talent into a steady stream of US dollars from the comfort of your home in Colombo or Kandy. That's the reality for thousands of Sri Lankan freelancers as...

Mar 13, 2026 136

Imports & Exports 5 min read

Women-Led Export Businesses in Sri Lanka: Success Stories and Tips

Imagine turning your passion for Sri Lankan spices, apparel, or handmade crafts into a thriving export business that reaches markets across the globe. That's the reality for a growing number of women...

Mar 13, 2026 78

Imports & Exports 6 min read

Export to USA from Sri Lanka: US$ Trade Data July-August 2025 and Strategies

Sri Lanka's exports to the USA hit new highs in 2025, with our businesses shipping over US$2.9 billion worth of goods despite a persistent trade imbalance favouring American imports. If you're eyeing...

Mar 13, 2026 64

Imports & Exports 8 min read

Ornamental Fish Exports: Sri Lanka's Aquatic Goldmine in 2025

Sri Lanka's ornamental fish industry is quietly becoming one of the country's most valuable export sectors, generating millions in foreign exchange whilst creating employment opportunities across the...

Mar 13, 2026 71

Imports & Exports 7 min read

Trade Finance Options for Sri Lanka Exporters: Loans and Insurance Guide

If you're running an export business in Sri Lanka, access to the right financing can be the difference between staying small and scaling globally. Whether you're a tea exporter in Nuwara Eliya, an app...

Mar 13, 2026 59