SWIFT/BIC code FWSPLKL1XXX
FWSPLKL1XXX belongs to Forbes and Walker Stockbrokers (Pvt) LTD in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | FWSPLKL1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | FWSPLKL1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Forbes and Walker Stockbrokers (Pvt) LTD |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Colombo |
| Country | Sri Lanka |
The way the Forbes and Walker Stockbrokers (Pvt) LTD SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- FWSP Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- LK Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- L1 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
What bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code FWSPLKL1XXX?
The code FWSPLKL1XXX belongs to the head office of Forbes and Walker Stockbrokers (Pvt) LTD in Colombo, Sri Lanka. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Forbes and Walker Stockbrokers (Pvt) LTD.
What is the best way to send money to Forbes and Walker Stockbrokers (Pvt) LTD?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Sri Lanka with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I enter FWSPLKL1XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check FWSPLKL1XXX with the recipient before sending.
How long does a transfer to Forbes and Walker Stockbrokers (Pvt) LTD take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What do the letters in FWSPLKL1XXX stand for?
FWSP is the institution code of Forbes and Walker Stockbrokers (Pvt) LTD, LK stands for Sri Lanka, L1 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Forbes and Walker Stockbrokers (Pvt) LTD?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code FWSPLKL1XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Sri Lanka uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.