Sri Lanka Customs reported that revenue collection for June 2026 exceeded its monthly target by 22 percent, according to figures released by EconomyNext.
The strong monthly performance contributed to a 29.5 percent year-on-year jump in total customs revenue for the first half of the year, signaling sustained momentum in the country's fiscal inflows.
3 billion in earnings during the first five months of 2026, according to provisional data.
This marks the sixth consecutive month that the customs authority has surpassed its collection targets, a trend that underscores the effectiveness of recent administrative reforms and the broader economic recovery.
The consistent outperformance provides a critical buffer for the government as it navigates debt restructuring obligations and seeks to restore macroeconomic stability.
The revenue surge is supported by a notable recovery in the export sector, which generated more than USD 7.3 billion in earnings during the first five months of 2026, according to provisional data.
This export growth, combined with robust import duties, has helped stabilize the current account and reduce pressure on foreign exchange reserves.