SWIFT/BIC code CBCELKLSXXX
CBCELKLSXXX belongs to Central Bank of Sri Lanka in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CBCELKLSXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CBCELKLS |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Central Bank of Sri Lanka |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Colombo |
| Country | Sri Lanka |
The way the Central Bank of Sri Lanka SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CBCE Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- LK Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- LS 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 is behind SWIFT code CBCELKLSXXX?
CBCELKLSXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Central Bank of Sri Lanka in Colombo, Sri Lanka. It is the code to use when a payment to Central Bank of Sri Lanka does not need a specific branch.
Are CBCELKLS and CBCELKLSXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. CBCELKLS is the 8-character version of CBCELKLSXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version will reach Central Bank of Sri Lanka in Colombo.
Does Central Bank of Sri Lanka have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 3 SWIFT/BIC codes for Central Bank of Sri Lanka in Sri Lanka. All of them are listed on the page of Central Bank of Sri Lanka.
What do the letters in CBCELKLSXXX mean?
CBCE is the institution code of Central Bank of Sri Lanka, LK is the ISO code of Sri Lanka, LS is the location code and XXX means the main office.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Central Bank of Sri Lanka?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code CBCELKLSXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Sri Lanka is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What is the best way to send money to Central Bank of Sri Lanka in Sri Lanka?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Sri Lanka with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.