SWIFT/BIC code CBCELKLXEPF
CBCELKLXEPF belongs to Central Bank of Sri Lanka in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CBCELKLXEPF |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CBCELKLX |
| Branch code | EPF |
| Bank | Central Bank of Sri Lanka |
| Branch | Employees' Provident Fund - Cbsl |
| City | Colombo |
| Country | Sri Lanka |
How the Central Bank of Sri Lanka SWIFT/BIC is built up
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).
- LX Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- EPF 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/BIC code CBCELKLXEPF?
CBCELKLXEPF is the SWIFT/BIC code of Employees' Provident Fund - Cbsl, part of Central Bank of Sri Lanka in Colombo, Sri Lanka. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use CBCELKLX instead of CBCELKLXEPF?
CBCELKLX is the head office of Central Bank of Sri Lanka, while CBCELKLXEPF points to Employees' Provident Fund - Cbsl. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CBCELKLXEPF.
What do the letters in CBCELKLXEPF mean?
CBCE is the institution code of Central Bank of Sri Lanka, LK stands for Sri Lanka, LX is the code for the city or region and EPF is the code of the department Employees' Provident Fund - Cbsl.
Has Central Bank of Sri Lanka got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 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.
How long does it take to send money to Central Bank of Sri Lanka in Sri Lanka?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What is the cheapest 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.