SWIFT/BIC code SASVLKL1XXX
SASVLKL1XXX belongs to De Silva and Abeywardena Stockbrokers (Pvt) LTD in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SASVLKL1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SASVLKL1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | De Silva and Abeywardena Stockbrokers (Pvt) LTD |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Colombo |
| Country | Sri Lanka |
How the De Silva and Abeywardena Stockbrokers (Pvt) LTD SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SASV 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
Which bank is behind BIC SASVLKL1XXX?
SASVLKL1XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of De Silva and Abeywardena Stockbrokers (Pvt) LTD in Colombo, Sri Lanka. Use it when you send money to an account at De Silva and Abeywardena Stockbrokers (Pvt) LTD.
What happens if I use SASVLKL1XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check SASVLKL1XXX against the details from De Silva and Abeywardena Stockbrokers (Pvt) LTD before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to De Silva and Abeywardena Stockbrokers (Pvt) LTD in Sri Lanka?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Sri Lanka with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does it take to send money to De Silva and Abeywardena Stockbrokers (Pvt) LTD in Sri Lanka?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Are SASVLKL1 and SASVLKL1XXX the same code?
Yes. SASVLKL1 is the 8-character version of SASVLKL1XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both will reach De Silva and Abeywardena Stockbrokers (Pvt) LTD in Colombo.
What do I need to send money to an account at De Silva and Abeywardena Stockbrokers (Pvt) LTD?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code SASVLKL1XXX, the account number or IBAN 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.