Send money to Sri Lanka
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Delivery methods in Sri Lanka
Bank Account Deposit
Direct credit to BOC, People's Bank, Commercial Bank, Sampath, Hatton National and 20+ other banks. Same-day for SLIPS-enabled accounts.
Mobile / FriMi / Genie
Sri Lanka's mobile money ecosystem is growing. FriMi (NDB) and Genie (Sampath) accept inbound transfers via select MTOs.
Cash Pickup
Western Union, MoneyGram and Cargills have agent networks across the island. Cargills also operates supermarket-counter cash pickup.
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Regulations & Rules
Central Bank of Sri Lanka
All foreign exchange dealings, including inbound remittances, are regulated by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) under the Foreign Exchange Act 2017.
Worker remittance bonus schemes
The CBSL has periodically run schemes that offer LKR bonuses on top of mid-market for migrant worker remittances. Eligibility and amounts change — check the CBSL site for the current scheme.
No tax on inbound personal remittances
Personal remittances received in Sri Lanka are not taxed. Income earned abroad and remitted may attract income tax depending on residency status.