SWIFT/BIC code BCEYLKLX618
BCEYLKLX618 belongs to Bank of Ceylon in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCEYLKLX618 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCEYLKLX |
| Branch code | 618 |
| Bank | Bank of Ceylon |
| Branch | Metropolitan Branch |
| City | Colombo |
| Country | Sri Lanka |
How the Bank of Ceylon SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 618 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 uses BIC BCEYLKLX618?
The code BCEYLKLX618 belongs to Metropolitan Branch, a branch or department of Bank of Ceylon in Colombo, Sri Lanka. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Ceylon in Sri Lanka?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Sri Lanka with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use BCEYLKLX618 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BCEYLKLX618 against the details from Bank of Ceylon before you confirm.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Bank of Ceylon?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BCEYLKLX618, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Sri Lanka is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Ceylon in Sri Lanka?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What does each part of BCEYLKLX618 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 618 identifies the department Metropolitan Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.