SWIFT/BIC code BSAMLKLXXXX
BSAMLKLXXXX belongs to Sampath Bank PLC in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BSAMLKLXXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BSAMLKLX |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Sampath Bank PLC |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Colombo |
| Country | Sri Lanka |
How the Sampath Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BSAM 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
Which bank uses SWIFT/BIC code BSAMLKLXXXX?
BSAMLKLXXXX identifies the main office of Sampath Bank PLC in Colombo, Sri Lanka. It is the code to use when a payment to Sampath Bank PLC does not need a specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Sampath Bank PLC?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Sampath Bank PLC?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BSAMLKLXXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Sri Lanka uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What do the letters in BSAMLKLXXXX stand for?
BSAM is the institution code of Sampath Bank PLC, LK is the ISO code of Sri Lanka, LX is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
Are BSAMLKLX and BSAMLKLXXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. BSAMLKLX is the short version of BSAMLKLXXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both will reach Sampath Bank PLC in Colombo.
What happens if I enter BSAMLKLXXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BSAMLKLXXXX against the details from Sampath Bank PLC before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.