SWIFT/BIC code XCOLLKL1XXX
XCOLLKL1XXX belongs to Colombo Stock Exchange in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | XCOLLKL1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | XCOLLKL1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Colombo Stock Exchange |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Colombo |
| Country | Sri Lanka |
How the Colombo Stock Exchange SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- XCOL 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 institution is behind BIC XCOLLKL1XXX?
XCOLLKL1XXX identifies the main office of Colombo Stock Exchange in Colombo, Sri Lanka. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Colombo Stock Exchange.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Colombo Stock Exchange?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code XCOLLKL1XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Sri Lanka uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What is the best way to send money to Colombo Stock Exchange in Sri Lanka?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Sri Lanka with specialist providers before you send.
What do the letters in XCOLLKL1XXX stand for?
XCOL is the institution code of Colombo Stock Exchange, LK stands for Sri Lanka, L1 is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
Are XCOLLKL1 and XCOLLKL1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. XCOLLKL1 is the 8-character version of XCOLLKL1XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Colombo Stock Exchange in Colombo.
How long does a transfer to Colombo Stock Exchange take in Sri Lanka?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.