What is the fine for driving a vehicle without a valid insurance?

May 11, 2026 at 12:58 PM

Sri Lanka Police have reminded the public of the legal consequences of driving without a valid vehicle insurance.

Issuing a public awareness notice, the Police said that offenders face fines ranging between Rs. 10,000 and Rs. 50,000.

Driving without a valid vehicle insurance is a serious offence under the Motor Traffic Act, and the penalty reflects the gravity of the violation.

Accordingly, the fines for driving a vehicle without a valid insurance are as follows;

  • Between Rs. 10,000 and Rs. 20,000 
  • Between Rs. 5,000 and Rs. 15,000 
  • Between Rs. 2,500 and Rs. 5,000 
  • Between Rs. 25,000 and Rs. 50,000 (Newswire)