Send money to Sri Lanka

Q: How much does a money transfer to Sri Lanka cost?

Fees 3 will depend on the exchange rate 3 between EUR and LKR and the method you choose for transferring money to Sri Lanka. You can check our prices on the calculator at the top of the page.

Enjoy fast and reliable money transfers to Sri Lanka with Western Union. Easily transfer EUR to LKR to a bank account or for cash pickup in minutes¹.

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Convenient ways to send and receive money to Sri Lanka

Using a reliable service to send money from Italy to Sri Lanka will give you peace of mind — something you can’t put a price on. Whether you’re sending a birthday present to a friend or helping out your family financially, do it with a service you can trust.

How to send money to Sri Lanka

How to receive money in Sri Lanka

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Send money online with a Western Union Digital Banking app from Italy to anywhere in the world. Send, save and store money in one app.
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Register on the website and create a free profile in a few simple steps to transfer money to Sri Lanka.
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Via our money transfer app
Send money on the go whenever you want with the Western Union^® app.
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Send money to Sri Lanka in person
Prefer the personal touch? Choose from thousands of agent locations in Italy to make a seamless money transfer to Sri Lanka.
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Transfers to Sri Lanka
For bank transfers, you pay a fixed transfer fee³ of €0.
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Cash pickup
From Colombo to Jaffna, send money for cash pickup to one of our agent location throughout Sri Lanka.
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Accessible agent locations across Sri Lanka

From Colombo to Negombo, your loved ones can pick up money wherever they are by visiting one of their nearest Western Union agent locations.

Ease and convenience

Send money the way that’s convenient for you: online, with our app, or in person at an agent location.

Track your money transfers in real time

Check the status of your money transfer from Italy to Sri Lanka at any time by using the MTCN (money transfer control number).

Save receiver details

Simplify frequent money transfers — save your receiver’s details so you’re ready the next time you send money to Sri Lanka.

Reasons to choose Western Union

Convenience — pay how you like

Send money to Sri Lanka however suits you best: online, via our app or in person at a Western Union agent location.

Reliability — maximum protection against fraud

We’re committed to offering reliable services: our encryption and fraud prevention systems help protect your Western Union money transfers to Sri Lanka.

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Worldwide reach

With Western Union, you can transfer money from Italy to over 200 countries and territories around the world.

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Send money anytime, from anywhere.

Check transfer fees³ and exchange rates in advance.

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Get a free quote before sending money
With Western Union, you can request a free quote to calculate any costs before sending money to Sri Lanka. Check the exchange rate³ for EUR to LKR (Sri Lankan rupee) at any time, with no obligation to send money later.
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Transfer money reliably and quickly
You can carry out your money transfer however you like — at an agent location, via your bank account, via Apple Pay^® on our app, or with your credit² or debit card.
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Easily complete on-hold money transfers
Don’t have the required information of your receiver on hand? No problem. You can put your money transfer to Sri Lanka on hold and complete it from the history page when you’re ready.
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If you need more information, please visit our FAQ section below. If you’re ready, you can transfer money to Sri Lanka now.

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Don’t forget your loved ones during celebrations

Whatever your loved ones are celebrating—whether it’s Deepavali, Christmas or Sinhalese New Year (Aluth Avurudda)—surprise them and send them your best wishes with a Western Union money transfer.

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FAQs about sending money to Sri Lanka

How much does it cost to make a transfer from Italy to Sri Lanka?

When sending money by bank transfer to Sri Lanka, you pay a fixed transfer fee³ of €0.

How do I make a transfer to Sri Lanka?

Transfer EUR to LKR to the major banks in Sri Lanka. You can make a transfer either online, via our app or by visiting one of our agent locations. Once complete, you will receive a money transfer control number (MTCN) to track your money transfer in real time.

How to send money to Sri Lanka

With Western Union, you choose how you want to send money to Sri Lanka based on your needs — online, through our app or by visiting one of our Western Union agent locations throughout Italy.

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How much does a money transfer to Sri Lanka cost?

Fees³ will depend on the exchange rate³ between EUR and LKR and the method you choose for transferring money to Sri Lanka. You can check our prices on the calculator at the top of the page.

Have a question or need help?

Visit our FAQ section or contact us. Our customer service team is always on hand to help.

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¹ Funds may be delayed or specific services unavailable based on certain transaction conditions, including amount sent, destination country, currency availability, regulatory issues, identification requirements, agent location opening hours, differences in time zones or the selection of options for delayed sending. Additional restrictions may apply. See online Terms & Conditions for details.

² If you’re using a credit card, a card-issuer cash advance fee and associated interest charges may apply. To avoid these fees or for reduced fees, use a debit card or another payment method.

³ Western Union also makes money from currency exchange. When choosing a money transmitter, carefully compare both transfer fees and exchange rates. Transfer fees, foreign exchange rates and taxes may vary by brand, channel, and location based on a number of factors. Transfer fees and exchange rates subject to change without notice.