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Send money from Canada to Sri Lanka.

How to get more Sri Lankan rupees to your family: payout options, the details you’ll need, and how to compare the real cost of a transfer.

Last reviewed September 2026

$300 ≈ 69,600 LKR

at the mid-market rate on September 29, 2026, before fees
Payout options

How your family can receive money in Sri Lanka.

Bank deposit

To accounts at major Sri Lankan banks.

Cash pickup

At bank branches and partner locations, with valid ID.

What you’ll need

Details to get from your family.

Having these right is the easiest way to avoid delays and rejected transfers.

  • Full name as on the bank account
  • Bank name and branch
  • Account number
  • Phone number
How to send

Four steps.

1

Compare providers

Look at what arrives in LKR, including the exchange-rate markup, not just the fee.

2

Add your recipient

Enter their details exactly as they appear on their account or ID.

3

Pay

Interac e-Transfer, debit or bank transfer are common. Card payments can cost more.

4

Track it

Share the reference number with your family, and keep your receipt.

Tips for Sri Lanka

Get more to your family.

Use licensed channels

Informal channels (undiyal) are unregulated and risky. Use registered providers so your money is protected.

Check the branch details

Wrong branch details are a common cause of delays.

Compare what arrives in rupees

Rates move often; compare the amount received, not the fee.

Our partner

Sending to Sri Lanka with RemitBee.

RemitBee sends from Canada to Sri Lanka and publishes its live rate and fee. Compare it with your bank and other services, then choose what gets the most to your family.

See RemitBee’s LKR rate

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FAQ

Common questions.

How long does a transfer to Sri Lanka take?

Often the same or next business day for bank deposits with online providers; bank wires can take longer.

Can my family collect cash?

Many providers offer cash pickup at bank branches. The recipient needs valid ID and the transfer reference.

How do I know a provider is safe?

Use a provider registered with FINTRAC, Canada’s financial intelligence agency, and check reviews. Never send money to someone you’ve only met online.

Is there a limit on how much I can send?

Providers set their own limits and will ask for more verification for larger amounts. Transfers of CAD 10,000 or more are reported to FINTRAC as required by law; that’s routine.

General information, not financial advice. Payout options, fees and rates change. Confirm details with your provider before you send.