SWIFT/BIC code BCEYLKLXPRI
BCEYLKLXPRI belongs to Bank of Ceylon in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCEYLKLXPRI |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCEYLKLX |
| Branch code | PRI |
| Bank | Bank of Ceylon |
| Branch | Primary Dealer Unit |
| 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.
- PRI 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
Which bank is behind BIC BCEYLKLXPRI?
The code BCEYLKLXPRI belongs to Primary Dealer Unit, a unit of Bank of Ceylon in Colombo, Sri Lanka. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter BCEYLKLXPRI with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BCEYLKLXPRI against the details from Bank of Ceylon before sending.
What does each part of BCEYLKLXPRI mean?
BCEY is the bank code of Bank of Ceylon, LK is the ISO code of Sri Lanka, LX is the code for the city or region and PRI is the code of the department Primary Dealer Unit.
Can I use BCEYLKLX instead of BCEYLKLXPRI?
BCEYLKLX is the main office of Bank of Ceylon, while BCEYLKLXPRI is Primary Dealer Unit. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use BCEYLKLXPRI if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Ceylon in Sri Lanka?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Sri Lanka with transfer services before you send.
Does Bank of Ceylon have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 8 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Ceylon in Sri Lanka, for the head office and several branches or departments. 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.