Transit
22–32 days
Services
RoRo / Container / Shared Container
UK Loading
Felixstowe, Tilbury
From
£1,500
Sailing frequency and operators
Weekly container; limited RoRo via Grimaldi East Africa loop. Carriers serving Colombo include Maersk, CMA CGM, ONE, Grimaldi Lines.
Terminal and facilities
Dedicated vehicle handling at the RoRo berth, CFS for shared containers, and Sri Lanka Customs examination yard.
Customs and import
Vehicle import bans were partially lifted in 2026; petrol cars over 1000cc face 200–300% combined duty. 18% VAT plus excise and luxury tax based on engine cc.
See the full Sri Lanka destination guide for documents, age limits and tax detail.
Insider tips for Colombo
Sri Lanka publishes vehicle import permits via Treasury gazette — verify the current quota and category before committing to a sailing.
Frequently asked questions
Are vehicle imports allowed into Sri Lanka in 2026?
Partially. The Treasury has reopened limited categories under permit; consumer petrol cars over 1000cc remain heavily restricted.
How much is duty on a small car into Colombo?
Combined duty, excise and luxury tax commonly run 200%+ of CIF for engines over 1000cc, making Sri Lanka one of the most expensive destinations.