Transferring money to Sri Lanka can be cheap and secure if you use a company that gives you a good deal. Compare these companies for lower charges on your transfers when you make them.
Our data experts check each company before we add them to our comparisons, so you can be sure that you only see results from genuine firms.
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Get a quote
Explore and compare our best money transfer rates to find the company that’s right for you.
2
Open an account
Set up an account by entering a few personal details, such as your name and address.
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Make a transfer
Enter the destination and send the funds to be exchanged. The company does the rest.
| Minimum Age | 18 years |
| Minimum Age | 18 years |
| Minimum Age | 18 years |
| Open to Non-UK Residents |
| Minimum Age | 18 years |
Visit each company's website and get an online quote, which will tell you:
The exchange rate they offer to transfer your pounds into Sri Lankan rupee
The fees they charge for transferring your money to Sri Lanka, if any
The best deal will be from a transfer company that offers you the highest exchange rate and the cheapest fee for sending your cash abroad.
Every company in this comparison lets you make single payment transfers to Sri Lanka, but some let you plan regular payment transfers over a set term.
It usually takes three to five working days for your money to arrive in your Sri Lankan account, but some companies offer a same day transfer option for an extra fee.
Yes, but they are not always listed in your quote:
Transfer fees: This is always shown on your quote. You can also see each company's transfer fee in this comparison.
Commission: This is a hidden administrative cost used by transfer companies to help calculate the exchange rate they offer you.
Get as many quotes as you can to compare the cost of the transfer you want to make, including any fees.
Choosing an online foreign exchange company to transfer your money to Sri Lanka is usually better than using your bank, because:
They usually offer the best exchange rates on the market
The rates they offer you are up to date
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Find out what international money transfers areComparing money transfers could help you save money. Our award-winning money transfer comparison service makes sure you get our best exchange rate with the lowest fees. Our aim is to provide you with the most up-to-date information, as well as useful tools and calculators to help you make life's most important decisions and take control of your money.
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Last updated: 15 March, 2022
