SWIFT/BIC code AMNALKLXXXX
AMNALKLXXXX belongs to Amana Bank PLC in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AMNALKLXXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AMNALKLX |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Amana Bank PLC |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Colombo |
| Country | Sri Lanka |
How the Amana Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- AMNA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- LK Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- LX Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX Branch code
- 3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.
Check before you send
- Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
- Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
- Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.
Frequently asked questions
What bank is behind SWIFT code AMNALKLXXXX?
AMNALKLXXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Amana Bank PLC in Colombo, Sri Lanka. Use it when you send money to an account at Amana Bank PLC.
How long does a transfer to Amana Bank PLC take in Sri Lanka?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What do the letters in AMNALKLXXXX stand for?
AMNA is the institution code of Amana Bank PLC, LK stands for Sri Lanka, LX is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Amana Bank PLC?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code AMNALKLXXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Sri Lanka uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What happens if I use AMNALKLXXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check AMNALKLXXXX with the recipient before sending.
Does Amana Bank PLC use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – AMNALKLXXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Amana Bank PLC in Sri Lanka, so there is no branch code to choose.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.