Govt. raises taxes on gambling, doubles casino entry fee for Lankans

Wednesday, 8 October 2025 00:00 -     - {{hitsCtrl.values.hits}}


A Gazette notification amending the Betting and Gambling Levy has been issued, coming into effect from 1 October.

Under the new regulation, the levy on gross collections from gambling operations, including bookmakers and gaming operators, has been raised from 15% to 18%.

The amendment also doubles the casino entry fee for Sri Lankan citizens to $ 100.

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