This guide is tailored for businesses located along the A34 Road, focusing on how compliance changes based on the business address’s administrative jurisdiction—either the Jaffna Municipal Council (MC) or the Chavakacheri Urban Council (UC).
Phase 1 & 2: National Incorporation (Common to All A34 Locations)
The national requirements for registering a Private Limited Company remain consistent, regardless of the location on the A34. The process is centralized via the eROC portal.
| Action | Details & Compliance | Total Fee (Incl. 18% VAT) |
| 1. Name Reservation | Secure your unique company name via eROC. | LKR 2,360.00 |
| 2. Statutory Filing | Submit Forms 1, 18, 19, and the Articles of Association. Must appoint a Resident Registered Company Secretary (mandatory). | Approx. LKR 14,160.00 + (per director) |
| 3. Final Certificate | Receive the Certificate of Incorporation digitally. | Included in above fees |
| 4. Tax Registration | Obtain a Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) from the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) regional office in Jaffna or online. | Free |
Phase 3: Mandatory Local Compliance (A34 Corridor Breakdown)
Local licensing is strictly determined by the local authority governing the specific location on the A34.
| A34 Town Location | Governing Local Authority | Key Local Permit Requirement | Zoning & Planning Focus |
| Jaffna City Sector (Starting Point) | Jaffna Municipal Council (JMC) | Annual Trade License (Most rigorous and costly license) | Strict enforcement of urban planning, high density, fire safety, and waste management. |
| Suburban Sector (Nallur/Ariyalai) | Nallur Pradeshiya Sabha (PS) or JMC boundary | Annual Trade License (PS or MC rates apply) | Focus on controlling commercial sprawl outside the core city, managing wastewater, and protecting residential zones. |
| Chavakacheri Town Sector (Terminus) | Chavakacheri Urban Council (UC) | Annual Trade License (UC fee structure) | Focus on sanitation, regulation of the central market, and building safety within the designated town limits. |
📝 Detailed Local License Steps (Common A34 Requirements):
- Trade License Application: Obtain and submit the required application form to the revenue division of the relevant local authority (JMC, Nallur PS, or Chavakacheri UC).
- Premises Clearance: The Public Health Inspector (PHI) from the local Medical Officer of Health (MOH) will conduct a mandatory inspection for food services, retail, and manufacturing to issue a Health Certificate.
- Building/COO: For any new construction or change in building use (e.g., from residential to commercial), approved Building Plans and a Certificate of Conformity (COO) must be secured from the local authority’s planning division.
- License Issuance: The annual fee is paid, and the Annual Trade License (or Business Permit) is issued, authorizing local commercial operation.
🔑 KEY A34 INSIGHT: The A34 is primarily a commercial link road. Businesses must ensure they comply with Provincial Road Development Authority (PRDA) or RDA setbacks for construction and access, as this is a major arterial route. This road links the two biggest commercial hubs in the peninsula, making compliance with the respective JMC and Chavakacheri UC regulations essential for seamless operation.
🏆 Ensure A34 Compliance with 360 Accountants
Navigating the differing regulations of the JMC, the Nallur PS, and the Chavakacheri UC along the A34 can be challenging. 360 Accountants provides targeted expertise:
- National Registration: Handling all eROC submissions for a seamless incorporation process.
- Local Permit Navigation: We guide you through the specific license and zoning requirements of the local authority that governs your exact location on the A34 corridor.
