SWIFT/BIC code BCEYLKLXXXX
BCEYLKLXXXX belongs to Bank of Ceylon in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCEYLKLXXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCEYLKLX |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank of Ceylon |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Colombo |
| Country | Sri Lanka |
The way the Bank of Ceylon SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 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 BCEYLKLXXXX?
BCEYLKLXXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Bank of Ceylon in Colombo, Sri Lanka. It is the code to use when a payment to Bank of Ceylon does not need a specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Ceylon in Sri Lanka?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What happens if I use BCEYLKLXXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BCEYLKLXXXX against the details from Bank of Ceylon before you confirm.
Are BCEYLKLX and BCEYLKLXXXX the same code?
Yes. BCEYLKLX is the short version of BCEYLKLXXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Bank of Ceylon in Colombo.
What does each part of BCEYLKLXXXX 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 XXX means the main office.
What do I need to send money to an account at Bank of Ceylon?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BCEYLKLXXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Sri Lanka uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.