SWIFT/BIC code CCEYLKLXXXX
CCEYLKLXXXX belongs to Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CCEYLKLXXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CCEYLKLX |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Colombo |
| Country | Sri Lanka |
How the Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CCEY 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 CCEYLKLXXXX?
The code CCEYLKLXXXX belongs to the head office of Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC in Colombo, Sri Lanka. Use it when you send money to an account at Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Sri Lanka with specialist providers before you send.
How long does it take to send money to Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC in Sri Lanka?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What do the letters in CCEYLKLXXXX mean?
CCEY is the bank code of Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC, LK stands for Sri Lanka, LX is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code CCEYLKLXXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Sri Lanka uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Are CCEYLKLX and CCEYLKLXXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. CCEYLKLX is the short version of CCEYLKLXXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC in Colombo.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.