One World Duty Free (ODF), opened at the Port City Duty Free Mall in Colombo on January 1 which is a leading Omni channel duty free global travel retail brand, headquartered in Singapore, is focusing to attract over 2 million visitors annually demonstrating its position as premier shopping destination.
This is the first time that ODF enters the South Asian market and is a pivotal moment for ODF to expand into this regional market.,” said Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of One World Duty Free, Keira Zhang.
“The opening of our flagship store in Sri Lanka’s Port City Our carefully curated selection of world-class brands and categories underscores our dedication to providing travelers with an unmatched retail experience.”
“This initiative also supports Colombo’s transformation into a leading retail and tourism hub and now we anticipate the completion of the second phase of our Port City Duty-Free store by March 2025.”
This expansion will fully realize the store’s 12,800 sq. ft. retail footprint, offering an elevated shopping experience.
During the initial stage, the store introduces five core product categories; fragrances, wines and spirits, sunglasses, timepieces and toys. The perfume isles feature iconic global brands such as Calvin Klein, Burberry, Chloe, Davidoff, Hugo Boss, and Marc Jacobs. With an extensive selection and is set to redefine travel retail, providing customers with an immersive and engaging environment.
“ODF envisions for the growth of the emerging markets, the launch of the Port City Duty-Free Mall reflects ODF’s commitment to redefining travel retail through innovation and exceptional customer experiences.”
Sri Lankan passport holders including dual citizens of Sri Lanka and foreign passport holders with resident visa in Sri Lanka who have returned to Sri Lanka with a valid proof of arrival are eligible for an annual duty-free allowance of USD 2,000.
The commencement of the allowance is permitted for 4 days from the first day of the arrival. For tourists with valid foreign passports, they will not be subject to an annual allowance limit and such are eligible to purchase from the duty free store from the date of arrival. Their purchases can also be conveniently collected from the airport pickup counter at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA).
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