The Ministry of Energy has announced the nationwide implementation of a QR code-based fuel distribution system beginning at 6.00 a.m. on Sunday, March 15.
Under the new system, fuel will only be issued to vehicles that are registered and possess a valid QR code. Vehicle owners must register or download their QR codes through the official Fuel Pass platform at https://fuelpass.gov.lk/.
According to the ministry, the decision was taken due to disruptions in global fuel supply routes caused by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, which has led to increased demand for fuel in Sri Lanka. Authorities stated that careful management of existing fuel reserves is necessary to maintain essential economic activities in the country.
The ministry also noted that illegal hoarding and fuel rackets carried out by certain groups have contributed significantly to the sudden spike in demand. The QR code system has therefore been introduced to curb such practices and ensure that fuel supplies reach the general public without disruption.
From March 15 onward, no fuel station will dispense fuel without the QR code verification system.
Vehicle owners who have previously registered for the QR code can download it through the website starting midnight on March 14, provided there have been no changes to vehicle ownership or the registered phone number. If any details have changed, users are required to re-register from 6.00 a.m. on March 15.
Meanwhile, vehicles that have not been registered previously with the Department of Motor Traffic must complete the registration process through the same website beginning at 6.00 a.m. on March 15.
The ministry added that separate arrangements will be implemented for vehicles used in essential services and production sectors to ensure uninterrupted operations.
Under the new distribution plan, weekly fuel quotas have been set for different categories of vehicles. These include 60 litres for buses, 5 litres for motorcycles, 15 litres for motor cars, 40 litres for vans, 200 litres for motor lorries, 25 litres for land vehicles, 15 litres for three-wheelers, 40 litres for special purpose vehicles, and 5 litres for quadricycles.
Officials say the new system is intended to regulate fuel distribution effectively while safeguarding economic activities across the country.
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