SWIFT/BIC code SENFLKLXXXX
SENFLKLXXXX belongs to Senkadagala Finance PLC in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SENFLKLXXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SENFLKLX |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Senkadagala Finance PLC |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Colombo |
| Country | Sri Lanka |
The way the Senkadagala Finance PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SENF 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 is behind SWIFT code SENFLKLXXXX?
SENFLKLXXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Senkadagala Finance PLC in Colombo, Sri Lanka. Use it when you send money to an account at Senkadagala Finance PLC.
Are SENFLKLX and SENFLKLXXXX the same code?
Yes. SENFLKLX is the 8-character version of SENFLKLXXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Senkadagala Finance PLC in Colombo.
What happens if I use SENFLKLXXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check SENFLKLXXXX with the recipient before sending.
Does Senkadagala Finance PLC use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – SENFLKLXXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Senkadagala Finance PLC in Sri Lanka, so there is no branch code to choose.
How long does a transfer to Senkadagala Finance PLC take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What is the best way to send money to Senkadagala Finance PLC?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Sri Lanka with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.