How much does name approval cost?

Name approval currently costs approximately LKR 2,300 + applicable taxes. This tool estimates the total including VAT and SSCL.

Are there other costs?

Yes, you may also need to budget for company secretary fees, auditors, and potential stamp duties on share issuance, which are not government registration fees.

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Company Registration Fees

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Note: These are government statutory fees (ROC) estimated including applicable taxes (VAT 18% + SSCL). Professional fees for company secretaries/lawyers are not included.

Estimated Government Fees

Name Approval (Form A)Rs. 2,320

Registration (Form 1)Rs. 4,640

Articles of AssociationRs. 2,320

Secretary Appointment (Form 46)Rs. 2,320

Total EstimateRs. 11,600

Budgeting for Your Sri Lankan Business

One of the first hurdles in starting a company is understanding the exact government fees required by theRegistrar of Companies (ROC). Our calculator helps you avoid surprises by providing a comprehensive estimate of incorporation costs, including mandatory taxes and name approval fees.

Regulatory Cost Breakdown

Standard Form Fees

This includes the base fees for Form 1 (Incorporation), Form 18 (Directors), and Form 19 (Secretary).

Name Approval

The initial cost to reserve your company name in the ROC system, usually the very first step in the process.

VAT & SSCL

Government service fees are subject to Value Added Tax (VAT) currently at 18% and Social Security Contribution Levy (SSCL) at 2.5%.

Certified Copies

If you need certified "True Copies" for bank account opening, additional per-page fees will apply.

Disclaimer: While we strive for 100% accuracy, fees are subject to change by the Department of Registrar of Companies. This tool is for estimation purposes and should be verified with official ROC circulars.