SWIFT/BIC code PSBKLKLX023
PSBKLKLX023 belongs to People's Bank,head Office in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PSBKLKLX023 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PSBKLKLX |
| Branch code | 023 |
| Bank | People's Bank,head Office |
| Branch | Overseas Department |
| City | Colombo |
| Country | Sri Lanka |
The way the People's Bank,head Office SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- PSBK 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.
- 023 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 code PSBKLKLX023?
PSBKLKLX023 identifies Overseas Department, part of People's Bank,head Office in Colombo, Sri Lanka. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to People's Bank,head Office?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Sri Lanka with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of PSBKLKLX023 stand for?
PSBK is the bank code of People's Bank,head Office, LK stands for Sri Lanka, LX is the code for the city or region and 023 identifies the department Overseas Department.
Has People's Bank,head Office got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 3 SWIFT/BIC codes for People's Bank,head Office in Sri Lanka. All of them are listed on the page of People's Bank,head Office.
How long does a transfer to People's Bank,head Office take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at People's Bank,head Office?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code PSBKLKLX023, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Sri Lanka is not part of SEPA, 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.