Now Open — Sri Lanka 🇱🇰

Your personal
tax partner,
finally.

Individual tax returns filed simply, affordably, and stress-free. No jargon. No scary letters. Just someone who genuinely knows this — available in English & Sinhala.

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Individuals Only
CTA Qualified
IRD Registered Agent
English & Sinhala
Pavani Perera
Pavani Perera
Founder & Tax Consultant
ACMA CGMA CTA B.Sc (BA Sp)
✓ IRD Registered Tax Agent
14+
Years in Finance
5+
Years in Tax
🇱🇰 English & Sinhala
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Key Deadline: Annual income tax returns must be filed by 30 November each year. Missing this deadline can result in penalties of up to LKR 200,000. Don't leave it late — we file your return in days.
Simple Process

How it works

Five simple steps from first contact to your filing confirmation. Most returns completed in 2–7 working days.

1
Contact Us
WhatsApp or email us — tell us your income type and the year you need filed
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Get Our Form
We send our Client Information Form and Letter of Engagement — takes about 10 minutes
3
Send Documents
Upload salary slips, bank certificates, and supporting documents via WhatsApp or email
4
Review & Approve
We prepare your return and send you a draft to review. No filing without your sign-off
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Filed ✓
We file with the IRD and send you the confirmation and assessment copy. Done.
⏱Typical turnaround: 2 to 7 working days from receipt of all documents. We keep you updated throughout.
Services

Three ways to work with us

Whether you need a one-off return filed, year-round support, or a tailored approach for a complex situation — we have you covered.

Option A
One-Off Service
Pay only for what you need, when you need it. No ongoing commitment — each service is a single transaction.
  • Annual Tax Return filed with IRD
  • Estimated Income Statement prepared
  • Filing confirmation & assessment copy
  • Covers employment, investment & business income
  • TIN registration, tax health checks & more
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Option B
Annual Partnership
Your personal tax advisor on call, all year long — not just at filing time. Three packages to suit your situation.
  • Everything in Option A
  • APIT / SET quarterly calculation & reminders
  • Year-end balance payment reminder
  • Ad-hoc tax queries anytime via WhatsApp
  • Mid-year tax review (Premium)
  • IRD notice response included (Premium)
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Option C
Bespoke
For partnerships, single-owner businesses, or any situation that falls outside the standard tiers. Fully tailored to your needs.
  • Initial consultation to assess your situation
  • Customised scope & fixed fee agreed upfront
  • All applicable return filings & schedules
  • Quarterly SET / APIT management
  • Year-round advisory & IRD correspondence
  • Dedicated priority service throughout
Discuss your situation →
Initial consultations are complimentary. WhatsApp us to discuss your situation and we will come back to you with the right option and a clear fee — before any work begins. All fees are inclusive of applicable taxes.
Pavani Perera — Founder, MyTaxBuddy
CTA · ACMA · CGMA
About

Meet Pavani Perera

✓ IRD Registered Tax Agent — Inland Revenue Department of Sri Lanka

Long before MyTaxBuddy existed, I was already playing the role of tax advisor — helping family with their filings, fielding calls from friends who had received an IRD notice, walking colleagues through what a return actually involves. I did it because I could, and because I wanted to.

What struck me every time was not the complexity of the issues — but how avoidable they were. Educated, capable people facing penalties simply because nobody had ever explained what tax compliance means or how straightforward it can be. The word "tax" alone was enough to cause anxiety.

I run this practice alongside my finance career deliberately — it keeps me current, and it means every client receives real-world advice, not textbook theory. I take on a select number of clients so that everyone I work with gets my full attention.

B.Sc Business Administration (Sp.) — First Class ACMA · CGMA — CIMA UK CTA — CA Sri Lanka (CTA 0179)

Director of Finance & Administration — Udeshi City (Pvt) Limited, Kiribathgoda

Community & Leadership

Lions Clubs International AIDS Foundation Lanka — Board Member SLID — Sri Lanka Institute of Directors Toastmasters International St. Bridget's Convent PPA Lanka Japan Friendship Society Alumni Association of Department of Business Administration - University of Sri Jayewardenepura
Questions & Answers

Frequently asked questions

Plain English answers to the questions we hear most often.

Do I need to file a tax return?
If your annual income exceeds LKR 1,800,000 from any source — employment, rental, freelance, interest, or dividends — you are required to file. If you have a TIN or have received an IRD notice, you must file.
What documents do I need?
The basics: NIC copy, salary slips or annual salary certificate, bank statements, and your APIT certificate from your employer. We send you a full checklist when you get in touch.
What happens if I file late?
Missing the 30 November deadline can result in a penalty of up to LKR 200,000 plus interest on unpaid tax. Filing on time — even if you can't pay in full — is always better than not filing at all.
What is APIT?
APIT (Advance Personal Income Tax) is the tax your employer deducts from your salary each month — previously called PAYE. The total deducted counts as a credit when you file your annual return.
Can you advise in Sinhala?
Yes. All services are available in both English and Sinhala. Communicate in whichever language you are most comfortable in — we want this to be as stress-free as possible.
I earn in USD as a freelancer. Do I need to file?
Yes. Foreign currency income earned by Sri Lankan residents is assessable. We convert your earnings to LKR at the rate you received and handle everything — Upwork, Fiverr, and direct client income included.
Professional Disclaimer: MyTaxBuddy's services are provided based solely on the information and documents disclosed by the client. We accept no responsibility for any tax liability, penalty, or assessment arising from information that was inaccurate, incomplete, or not disclosed. All engagements are governed by a signed Client Engagement Letter. All fees are inclusive of applicable taxes.
Your Privacy

Our commitment to confidentiality

When you share your financial information with us, you can be confident it goes no further than the work we are doing together.

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Strict Confidentiality
All personal, financial, and tax information is held in strict confidence and used solely for the services you have engaged us for.
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No Third-Party Disclosure
Your details will never be shared, sold, or disclosed to any third party without your explicit prior written consent.
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Secure Document Handling
All documents you share are stored securely and accessible only to Pavani Perera. No other party has access to your files.
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Formal Engagement Letter
Every engagement begins with a signed Client Engagement Letter that includes binding confidentiality obligations on both parties.
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Professional Obligations
As a CTA and Chartered Management Accountant, Pavani is bound by strict professional codes of conduct regarding client confidentiality.
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Data Retention & Disposal
Client files are retained only for as long as required by law. Upon request, your files will be deleted or returned to you.
Get In Touch

Ready to sort your taxes?

Reach out via WhatsApp, phone, or email. Initial consultations are complimentary — no obligation.

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WhatsApp
+94 78 781 1067
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Direct
+94 77 663 3101
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Email
hello@mytaxbuddy.lk

Services available in English & Sinhala  ·  Individuals Only  ·  Fully Digital  ·  Island-wide  ·  All fees inclusive of applicable taxes