Shopify agency for brands selling in Sri Lanka
Shopify stores for Sri Lankan brands selling island-wide and abroad: local gateways, instalments, cash on delivery and export-ready storefronts for tea, spices, gems and fashion.
Shopify experts for Sri Lanka brands
Sri Lankan online shopping has grown steadily, with Daraz and local sites such as Kapruka teaching buyers to order everything from groceries to gifts online. Shoppers like paying in instalments through Koko or Mintpay, still choose cash on delivery often and expect couriers to reach every district. The country also exports products the world already knows: Ceylon tea, cinnamon and spices, sapphires, Ayurvedic wellness products and apparel.
BOOST STAR Experts builds and grows Shopify stores for Sri Lankan brands selling locally and abroad. We set up local gateways such as PayHere, instalment options, cash on delivery and island-wide courier rates, and build export storefronts for diaspora and international buyers. Because we share your time zone, working together feels much like working with a team down the road.
Selling online in Sri Lanka: what your store needs
PayHere, instalments and cash on delivery
Local gateways such as PayHere, along with bank-provided gateways, handle Visa, Mastercard and other local options for Sri Lankan stores. Buy-now-pay-later services Koko and Mintpay split payments into three instalments and are popular for fashion and electronics. Cash on delivery remains common, and LankaQR and mobile wallets such as Genie are growing.
VAT, SSCL and data protection
VAT in Sri Lanka is charged at 18% for registered businesses, and the Social Security Contribution Levy applies to turnover above a set threshold. The Personal Data Protection Act of 2022 is being brought into force in stages, so stores should already handle consent and customer data carefully. Exporters must also follow foreign exchange rules on proceeds.
Island-wide couriers and exports
Couriers such as Domex, Pronto and Koombiyo deliver across the island and collect cash on delivery, while Sri Lanka Post reaches remote areas. Delivery in Colombo is often next day, with outstations taking a little longer. For exports, DHL, FedEx and Aramex handle parcels, and diaspora orders frequently go to Australia, the UK, Canada and the Gulf.
Daraz, gifting and festive peaks
Daraz is the largest marketplace, so brand stores need clear reasons to buy direct. Gifting is a big category, including orders placed by Sri Lankans abroad for family at home. Sinhala and Tamil New Year in April, Vesak, Deepavali and Christmas are major selling periods, and English, Sinhala and Tamil content each reach different audiences.
Payments, delivery and compliance in Sri Lanka
- PayHere
- Visa & Mastercard
- Koko instalments
- Mintpay instalments
- Cash on delivery
- LankaQR & mobile wallets
- Domex
- Pronto
- Koombiyo
- Sri Lanka Post
- DHL Express & Aramex for exports
- VAT (18%)
- Social Security Contribution Levy
- Personal Data Protection Act (2022)
- Export and foreign exchange rules
Shopify agency services across Sri Lanka
Working together
Sri Lanka keeps exactly the same time as India, so our working days match hour for hour. Calls can be scheduled at any point in your day, and support during launches and sales covers your whole business day.
Time zone: SLST (UTC+5:30, no daylight saving). Currency: LKR (Rs). Languages: Sinhala, Tamil, English.
How we work
Discovery call
We learn your goals, catalogue, tech stack and market, then agree what success looks like.
Audit & roadmap
A store, SEO and competitor audit turns into a prioritised roadmap with a timeline and fixed quote.
Design & build
UX, design and development in sprints, with a private preview store you review at every step.
Launch
QA across devices, redirects, tracking and a planned go-live with no downtime.
Grow
SEO, CRO and paid campaigns compound results month after month, with clear reporting.
Ongoing support
A dedicated team for fixes, new features and seasonal campaigns when you need them.
Frequently asked questions
Which payment gateway works for Sri Lankan Shopify stores?
PayHere is a common choice because it integrates with Shopify and handles local cards and other methods. Some banks also offer gateways. We help you choose based on fees, payout times and whether you need foreign currency, then set it up and test it properly before launch.
Can we offer Koko or Mintpay instalments?
Yes. Both offer Shopify integrations, letting customers split a purchase into three payments. We add instalment messaging to product pages so shoppers see the smaller amount early, which helps conversion on higher-priced fashion, electronics and furniture. Both appear as options at checkout.
How do you handle cash on delivery and courier rates?
We set rates by district or weight to match your courier’s pricing, add cash on delivery with confirmation messages and connect courier tracking where an integration exists. Clear delivery estimates for Colombo and outstation areas reduce calls asking where orders are.
Can we sell tea and spices to customers abroad?
Yes. We build export storefronts with foreign currency pricing, international shipping rates and product pages covering origin, grade and storage. Food products must meet the destination country’s import rules, so we flag labelling and certification points to check before you list them.
Is it easy to work with an Indian team from Sri Lanka?
Very. We share the same time zone, so meetings happen whenever suits you, and we can support you live during launches and sales. Many cultural and business habits are similar too, which keeps communication straightforward from the very first call onwards.