Registrations & licences
Every essential registration, under one roof
Trademarks, EPF/ETF, customs, import and export licences and more. We deal with the departments so you don’t have to.
Beyond company registration, most businesses need several other registrations before they can trade freely, hire staff, import or export, or protect their brand. Each one involves a different authority, form and timeline.
We coordinate them all, in the right order, and keep a record of every registration number and renewal date for you.
Getting registrations right early avoids penalties, shipment delays and disputes over your brand later.
Why clients choose us
- 20+ years of hands-on experience
- Led by a Chartered Accountant
- Fixed fees agreed in writing
- Updates on WhatsApp & email
What’s included
Registrations & Licences: what we do for you
Trademark registration
Protect your brand name and logo with the National Intellectual Property Office.
- Trademark search
- Application and class selection
- Follow-up to registration
EPF / ETF online registration
Employer registration and monthly contribution set-up.
- EPF employer registration
- ETF registration
- Monthly returns process
Customs registration
Registration with Sri Lanka Customs for smooth clearance.
- Importer/exporter registration
- Document guidance
- Coordination with clearing agents
Import & export licences
Licences and approvals for controlled goods.
- Licence applications
- Supporting documents
- Renewals
VAT & TIN registration
Tax registrations with the Inland Revenue Department.
- TIN registration
- VAT registration
- Taxpayer detail updates
TDL & sector licences
Industry-specific registrations and renewals.
- TDL registration
- Sector licences
- Renewal reminders
Who this is for
- New businesses hiring their first employees
- Importers and exporters
- Brands that want to protect their name and logo
- Businesses in regulated sectors such as tourism
What you’ll need
- Certificate of Incorporation or business registration
- NIC copies of directors or owners
- TIN details
- Logo and brand details (for trademarks)
- Details of employees (for EPF/ETF)
Don’t have everything? Send what you have and we’ll guide you through the rest.
How it works
Our process
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Needs review
We identify every registration your business actually needs.
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02
Documents
We prepare applications and tell you exactly what to sign.
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03
Submission
We submit and follow up with each authority.
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Records & renewals
We keep every number and renewal date on file for you.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Why should I register my trademark?
Registration gives you the exclusive legal right to use your brand name or logo for your goods and services in Sri Lanka, and makes it far easier to stop others copying it.
When do I need to register for EPF and ETF?
As soon as you employ staff. Employers contribute 12% to EPF and 3% to ETF, and the employee contributes 8% to EPF, based on monthly earnings. Try our EPF/ETF calculator, and we will register you and set up the monthly process.
Do I need customs registration to import goods?
Yes. Businesses that import or export need to be registered with Sri Lanka Customs, and certain goods also need an import or export licence. We can check what applies to your products.
How long does trademark registration take?
Trademark registration involves examination and a publication period, so it usually takes several months. Filing early secures your priority date.
Our sister company
Audit & tax by Amark Associates, Chartered Accountants
SMARTLedger takes care of incorporation and company secretarial work. Its sister firm, Amark Associates, under the same ownership, delivers audit, assurance and tax services. Together they give your business one trusted partner from registration to annual audit.
- Statutory & internal audits
- Income tax & VAT
- Tax planning & IRD support
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