SWIFT/BIC code CBCELKLXXXX
CBCELKLXXXX belongs to Central Bank of Sri Lanka in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CBCELKLXXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CBCELKLX |
| 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 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.
- 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 institution uses SWIFT code CBCELKLXXXX?
CBCELKLXXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Central Bank of Sri Lanka in Colombo, Sri Lanka. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Central Bank of Sri Lanka.
How long does a transfer to Central Bank of Sri Lanka take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Central Bank of Sri Lanka?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code CBCELKLXXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Sri Lanka is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of CBCELKLXXXX mean?
CBCE is the bank code of Central Bank of Sri Lanka, LK is the ISO code of Sri Lanka, LX is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
Are CBCELKLX and CBCELKLXXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. CBCELKLX is the short version of CBCELKLXXXX. The XXX at the end only 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.