Sri Lanka Customs achieves 2026 revenue target by October 13

Sri Lanka Customs had collected Rs. 2,208 billion by October 13, exceeding its 2026 revenue goal of Rs. 2,207 billion, according to reports. Customs spokesman Chandana Punchihewa confirmed the figures, as reported by EconomyNext.

The target was reached with more than 11 weeks remaining in the year. EconomyNext reported that this was the second consecutive year Customs had exceeded its annual target.

Last year, Customs collected Rs. 2,551 billion, above a revised target of Rs. 2,241 billion. EconomyNext said the 2026 target was 13.5% lower than last year’s, reflecting an earlier expectation that car imports would fall significantly at the start of this year.

Analysts cited by EconomyNext said collections could exceed the 2025 record by the end of November, provided there are no major policy reversals or economic disruptions. The reports do not provide further details about the forecast.