Import and Export (Control) Regulations No. 01 of 2026, issued under the Imports and Exports (Control) Act, No. 1 of 1969, to be submitted for concurrence of the Parliament

The Special Import Licence Regulations No. 01 of 2023, published in Extraordinary Gazette No. 2312/77 dated 01-01-2023, prohibit the importation of retreaded tires, including those used for aircraft.

However, the Ministry of Ports and Civil Aviation has made a request that an exemption be granted to permit the importation of retreaded aircraft tires classified under HS Code 4012.13 for Sri Lankan Airlines.

Taking into consideration essential operational and safety requirements, it has been decided to permit the importation of retreaded aircraft tires classified under HS Code 4012.13, subject to the recommendation of the Ministry of Ports and Civil Aviation, provided that such tires comply with the requirements specified by internationally recognized aviation authorities and are imported by Sri Lankan airline operators engaged in international air services under a duly executed supply agreement between the airline and a certified international supplier.

Accordingly, the Cabinet of Ministers has approved the resolution furnished by the President, in his capacity as the Minister of Finance, Planning and Economic Development, to submit the Import and Export (Control) Regulations No. 01 of 2026, published in Extraordinary Gazette No. 2481/02 dated 23-03-2026 under the provisions of the Imports and Exports (Control) Act, No. 1 of 1969, for the concurrence of the Parliament.