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The claim

Everyone over the age of 18 must obtain a Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) before June 30.

Rating

Missing Context

Reviewed by Fact Crescendo Sri Lanka ↗ ·

Original fact check ↗

Original review summary

The review says no June 30 deadline was set for people over 18 to obtain a TIN. It says TIN registration remains mandatory for Sri Lankan citizens aged 18 and over, but the claim of a June 30 deadline and related fine has no basis in the legislation.[S1]

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Sources and attribution

  1. [S1] Fact Crescendo Sri Lanka original review

    Original review · Retrieved October 15, 2026