The Commissioner General of Motor Transport, Kamal Amarasinghe, has announced a landmark initiative aimed at enhancing vehicle safety and environmental standards across Sri Lanka.
Under the proposed program, all vehicles operating on Sri Lankan roads will be required to obtain a Road Fitness Certificate, an internationally recognized standard already in use in many developed countries.
At present, only commercial vehicles are mandated to carry a Fitness Certificate.
However, the new policy will extend this requirement to all vehicles, including private cars and motorcycles, ensuring that every vehicle on the road meets both safety and emission standards.
As part of the initiative, the existing Emission Certificate and Fitness Certificate will be merged into a single, streamlined document — the Road Fitness Certificate — which will be issued from a centralized location to simplify the process for motorists.
Amarasinghe noted that the program is “extensive and complex,” requiring detailed study and phased implementation.
Initial groundwork is expected to begin in 2026, with the current smoke certificate system remaining valid until December 31, 2027.
The nationwide rollout of the new Road Fitness Certificate system is scheduled for completion by 2028.
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