SWIFT/BIC code BCEYLKLX125
BCEYLKLX125 belongs to Bank of Ceylon in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCEYLKLX125 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCEYLKLX |
| Branch code | 125 |
| Bank | Bank of Ceylon |
| Branch | Non Resident Foreign Currency Unit |
| City | Colombo |
| Country | Sri Lanka |
The way the Bank of Ceylon SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BCEY 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.
- 125 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 BCEYLKLX125?
BCEYLKLX125 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Non Resident Foreign Currency Unit, part of Bank of Ceylon in Colombo, Sri Lanka. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use BCEYLKLX instead of BCEYLKLX125?
BCEYLKLX is the head office of Bank of Ceylon, while BCEYLKLX125 points to Non Resident Foreign Currency Unit. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BCEYLKLX125.
What do the letters in BCEYLKLX125 stand for?
BCEY is the institution code of Bank of Ceylon, LK is the ISO code of Sri Lanka, LX is the location code and 125 is the code of the branch Non Resident Foreign Currency Unit.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Ceylon?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Sri Lanka with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use BCEYLKLX125 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BCEYLKLX125 with the recipient before sending.
Does Bank of Ceylon have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 8 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Ceylon in Sri Lanka. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of Ceylon.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.