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Send money from Italy to Sri Lanka(EUR → LKR)
EUR
LKR|Updated recentlyMid-market 383.3245Cheapest todayof 2 providers
TapTap Send
Rate 382.4811 · Fee free
You send
€1,000
Recipient gets
Rs382,481
Rs2,700 more than the most expensive provider · 0.22% markup vs mid-market
Affiliate link · No extra cost to you
Quick answer: The cheapest way to send money from Italy to Sri Lanka in July 2026 is TapTap Send, which delivers 382,481.15 LKR on a 1,000 EUR transfer with a fee of zero. According to SendMoneyCompare's comparison of 2 providers updated every 6 hours, the difference between the cheapest and most expensive provider on this corridor is 2,666 LKR.
Last reviewed: by Awais Imran, Reviews Editor
What is the cheapest way to send EUR to LKR?
Sending €1,000 from Italy to Sri Lanka. Sorted by best value — most money received.
Source: SendMoneyCompare · Data updated every 6 hours from live provider APIs
#ProviderRateFeeRecipient gets
Rate 382.4811·Fee Free·0.22% markup
Best rate 52 of 98 days
↑ 1.2% over 52dAvg: 383.35 LKR (-0.2% vs avg)Range: 375.00–400.00
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TapTap SendBest value
Under 3 minutes (95% of transfers)0.22% markup
Best rate 52 of 98 days
↑ 1.2% over 52dAvg: 383.35 LKR (-0.2% vs avg)Range: 375.00–400.00
382.4811
Free
Rs382,481.15
Potential savings: Choosing the best provider over the most expensive saves your recipient Rs2,665.97 on a €1,000 transfer.
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Find the best way to send money from Italy to Sri Lanka. Our comparison tool shows live rates from 15+ providers — see exactly how much LKR your recipient will receive after all fees.
Money transfers from Italy to Sri Lanka are a vital lifeline for families and businesses. With dozens of providers competing for this corridor, rates and fees vary widely. Specialist money transfer companies often beat bank rates by 2–4%, potentially saving you hundreds of EUR per year. Use our comparison to find today's best deal.
Which provider offers the best EUR to LKR rate?
TapTap Send
4.7Exchange rate
382.4811
Fee
Free
Recipient gets
Rs382,481.15
Speed
Under 3 minutes (95% of transfers)
Guides, fees & how it works
Which provider is best for each transfer type?
Different providers excel at different things. Here's who's best for each use case on the Italy to Sri Lanka route.
Cheapest transfer
TapTap Send
Delivers the most LKR for your money
Fastest transfer
TapTap Send
Delivers in Under 3 minutes (95% of transfers)
Bank transfer
TapTap Send
Best rate for bank deposit to Sri Lanka
How to send money to Sri Lanka
Sending money to Sri Lankais straightforward with the right provider. Here's how it works in 3 simple steps.
Step 1
Enter your transfer details
Choose how much EUR you want to send, compare providers above, and pick the one offering the best LKR amount for your transfer to Sri Lanka.
Step 2
Add your recipient
Enter your recipient's details in Sri Lanka — you'll need their bank account number. Most providers verify details instantly.
Step 3
Send & track your transfer
Pay using bank transfer, debit card, or credit card. Track your money in real-time until it arrives — bank deposit typically takes 1–2 business days.
What you need to send money to Sri Lanka
Make sure you have these details from your recipient before starting your transfer.
Full name
Recipient's name as it appears on their Sri Lankan bank account
Bank account number
Sri Lankan bank account number (varies by bank)
Bank name & branch
Full bank name and branch code
Note: Sri Lanka does not use IBAN. You need the account number, bank name, and branch. Some providers also accept the bank's SWIFT/BIC code.
Transfer examples: EUR to LKR
See how much your recipient would get for common transfer amounts.
Send €500
ProviderFeeReceives
TapTap Send
382.48 · Under 3 minutes (95% of transfers)
Wise
383.09 · 18 min
ProviderFeeRateReceivesSpeed
TapTap SendFree382.48Rs191,241Under 3 minutes (95% of transfers)
Wise€3.11383.09Rs190,35618 min
Send €1,000
ProviderFeeReceives
TapTap Send
382.48 · Under 3 minutes (95% of transfers)
Wise
383.09 · 18 min
ProviderFeeRateReceivesSpeed
TapTap SendFree382.48Rs382,481Under 3 minutes (95% of transfers)
Wise€8.56383.09Rs379,81518 min
Send €5,000
ProviderFeeReceives
Wise
383.09 · 18 min
TapTap Send
382.48 · Under 3 minutes (95% of transfers)
ProviderFeeRateReceivesSpeed
Wise€3.11383.09Rs1,914,28118 min
TapTap SendFree382.48Rs1,912,406Under 3 minutes (95% of transfers)
How much does it cost to send money from Italy to Sri Lanka?
Transfer fees from Italy to Sri Lanka vary by provider. Specialist services charge €0–10 per transfer, while banks charge €25–50 plus a 2–5% exchange rate markup. The exchange rate markup is usually the bigger cost — always compare the total LKR your recipient receives, not just the advertised fee.
Understanding the total cost
The true cost of a money transfer has two components:
Transfer fee
The upfront charge — typically €0–€10 with specialist providers.
Exchange rate markup
The hidden cost — the difference between the provider's rate and the mid-market rate (383.3245).
Ways to send money to Sri Lanka
Choose how you want to pay for your transfer. Each payment method has different costs and speeds.
Bank deposit is the most common method. Cash pickup is important for recipients in rural areas.
Debit Card
Medium costSpeed: Minutes to hours
Fast and convenient — small card processing fee applies
Bank Transfer
Low costSpeed: 1–3 business days
Usually the cheapest option — lowest fees and no card processing charges
Google Pay
Medium costSpeed: Minutes to hours
Convenient mobile payment — linked card fees apply
Apple Pay
Medium costSpeed: Minutes to hours
Convenient mobile payment — linked card fees apply
Credit Card
Higher costSpeed: Minutes to hours
Fastest option but highest fees — card issuer may charge cash advance fee
How can my recipient receive money in Sri Lanka?
Your recipient in Sri Lanka can receive money through these delivery methods. The best option depends on their location and preferences.
Bank Deposit
1–2 business days
Transfer to any Sri Lankan bank account.
WiseRemitlyWorldRemitWestern Union
Cash Pickup
Minutes
Collect cash from bank branches and agent locations across Sri Lanka.
Western UnionMoneyGram
Mobile Wallet
Minutes
Transfer to mobile wallets like eZ Cash (Dialog) or mCash.
WorldRemit
What are the transfer limits and regulations for Sri Lanka?
Important rules and requirements to know before sending money to Sri Lanka.
Regulatory body
Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL)
Inbound transfer limits
No cap on incoming remittances — Sri Lanka encourages diaspora remittances
Documentation you may need
- Sender's government-issued ID
- Recipient's National Identity Card for cash pickups
Important things to know
- Sri Lanka has experienced significant currency volatility — the LKR devalued sharply in 2022-2023.
- Remittances are tax-free for recipients in Sri Lanka.
- The CBSL monitors foreign exchange closely — rates are set by market forces but with central bank oversight.
How long does it take to send money to Sri Lanka?
Most transfers from Italy to Sri Lanka arrive within 1–2 business days with specialist providers. Bank wires take 3–5 business days. Some providers offer instant or same-day delivery to Sri Lanka for a small premium.
FastExpress delivery
- TapTap SendUnder 3 minutes (95% of transfers)
Standard delivery
- Wise18 min
Popular banks in Sri Lanka
These are the most commonly used banks for receiving international transfers in Sri Lanka.
BankSWIFT/BICNotes
Bank of Ceylon
BABORLKLXXX
People's Bank
PABORLKLXXX
Commercial Bank of Ceylon
CABORLKLXXX
Hatton National Bank (HNB)
HABORLKLXXX
Sampath Bank
SABORLKLXXX
EUR to LKR Exchange Rate History
Daily best exchange rates from top providers over the last 98 days. Rates shown are for sending $100.
| Date | Wise | __mid Market__ | TapTap Send |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trend | |||
| Jul 4 | 383.0950✓ | 382.5000 | 382.5000 |
| Jul 3 | 383.0950✓ | 382.5000 | 382.5000 |
| Jul 2 | 382.0680 | 382.5000✓ | 382.5000✓ |
| Jul 1 | 382.8110 | 383.0000✓ | 383.0000✓ |
| Jun 30 | 383.2120 | 384.0000✓ | 384.0000✓ |
| Jun 29 | 382.1660✓ | 380.0000 | 380.0000 |
| Jun 28 | 382.1660✓ | 380.0000 | 380.0000 |
| Jun 27 | 382.1660✓ | 380.0000 | 380.0000 |
| Jun 26 | 381.8640✓ | 380.0000 | 380.0000 |
| Jun 25 | 382.0700✓ | 381.0000 | 381.0000 |
| Jun 24 | 380.5560 | 381.0000✓ | 381.0000✓ |
| Jun 23 | 382.0290✓ | 381.0000 | 381.0000 |
| Jun 22 | 382.4590✓ | 381.5000 | 381.5000 |
| Jun 21 | 382.2170✓ | 381.5000 | 381.5000 |
| Jun 20 | 382.2170✓ | 381.5000 | 381.5000 |
| Jun 19 | 382.1370✓ | 381.5000 | 381.5000 |
| Jun 18 | 383.4380✓ | 381.5000 | 381.5000 |
| Jun 17 | 389.2190✓ | 386.0000 | 386.0000 |
| Jun 16 | 389.2190✓ | 386.0000 | 386.0000 |
| Jun 15 | 389.2190✓ | 386.0000 | 386.0000 |
| Jun 14 | 387.2630✓ | 385.0000 | 385.0000 |
| Jun 13 | 387.2630✓ | 385.0000 | 385.0000 |
| Jun 12 | 387.2630✓ | 385.0000 | 385.0000 |
| Jun 11 | 388.8480✓ | 386.0000 | 386.0000 |
| Jun 10 | 388.8480✓ | 386.0000 | 386.0000 |
| Jun 9 | 387.1780✓ | 386.0000 | 386.0000 |
| Jun 8 | 386.6050 | 387.0000✓ | 387.0000✓ |
| Jun 7 | 385.2530 | 387.0000✓ | 387.0000✓ |
| Jun 6 | 385.2530 | 390.0000✓ | 390.0000✓ |
| Jun 5 | 390.7030✓ | 390.0000 | 390.0000 |
| Jun 4 | 388.7640✓ | 387.0000 | 387.0000 |
| Jun 3 | 386.3150✓ | 383.0000 | 383.0000 |
| Jun 2 | 385.0110✓ | 385.0000 | 385.0000 |
| Jun 1 | 384.6650 | 385.0000✓ | 385.0000✓ |
| May 31 | 384.8270 | 385.0000✓ | 385.0000✓ |
| May 30 | 384.8270 | 385.0000✓ | 385.0000✓ |
| May 29 | 381.5700✓ | 379.0000 | 379.0000 |
| May 28 | 381.6270✓ | 377.0000 | 377.0000 |
| May 27 | 377.1470✓ | 377.0000 | 377.0000 |
| May 26 | 375.8840✓ | 375.0000 | 375.0000 |
| May 25 | 386.4980✓ | 382.0000 | 382.0000 |
| May 24 | 380.3250 | 382.0000✓ | 382.0000✓ |
| May 23 | 380.3250 | 383.0000✓ | 383.0000✓ |
| May 22 | 398.0530 | 400.0000✓ | 400.0000✓ |
| May 21 | 397.5240✓ | 393.0000 | 393.0000 |
| May 20 | 383.6890 | 385.0000✓ | 385.0000✓ |
| May 19 | 386.9110✓ | 385.0000 | 385.0000 |
| May 18 | 379.0250 | 380.0000✓ | 380.0000✓ |
| May 17 | 379.8560 | 380.0000✓ | 380.0000✓ |
| May 16 | 379.8560 | 380.0000✓ | 380.0000✓ |
| May 15 | 378.7320✓ | 378.0000 | 378.0000 |
| May 14 | 379.9410✓ | 379.9410✓ | 378.0000 |
| May 13 | 378.9030✓ | 378.9030✓ | — |
| May 12 | 378.8450✓ | 378.8450✓ | — |
| May 11 | 378.0710✓ | 378.0710✓ | — |
| May 10 | 378.6270✓ | 378.6270✓ | — |
| May 9 | 378.6270✓ | 378.6270✓ | — |
| May 8 | 377.3040✓ | 377.3040✓ | — |
| May 7 | 376.4830✓ | 376.4830✓ | — |
| May 6 | 374.7680✓ | 374.7680✓ | — |
| May 5 | 373.3850✓ | 373.3850✓ | — |
| May 4 | 374.4890✓ | 374.4890✓ | — |
| May 3 | 373.9590✓ | 373.9590✓ | — |
| May 2 | 373.9590✓ | 373.9590✓ | — |
| May 1 | 374.8690✓ | 374.8690✓ | — |
| Apr 30 | 373.0160✓ | 373.0160✓ | — |
| Apr 29 | 373.3600✓ | 373.3600✓ | — |
| Apr 28 | 372.9770✓ | 372.9770✓ | — |
| Apr 27 | 373.1320✓ | 373.1320✓ | — |
| Apr 26 | 372.7100✓ | 372.7100✓ | — |
| Apr 25 | 372.7100✓ | 372.7100✓ | — |
| Apr 24 | 370.0980✓ | 370.0980✓ | — |
| Apr 23 | 370.7930✓ | 370.7930✓ | — |
| Apr 22 | 371.7980✓ | 371.7980✓ | — |
| Apr 21 | 372.7430✓ | 372.7430✓ | — |
| Apr 20 | 371.6730✓ | 371.6730✓ | — |
| Apr 19 | 371.5500✓ | 371.5500✓ | — |
| Apr 18 | 371.5500✓ | 371.5500✓ | — |
| Apr 17 | 371.8230✓ | 371.8230✓ | — |
| Apr 16 | 371.4600✓ | 371.4600✓ | — |
| Apr 15 | 371.8800✓ | 371.8800✓ | — |
| Apr 14 | 370.8320✓ | 370.8320✓ | — |
| Apr 13 | 368.3840✓ | 368.3840✓ | — |
| Apr 12 | 369.5490✓ | 369.5490✓ | — |
| Apr 11 | 369.5490✓ | 369.5490✓ | — |
| Apr 10 | 368.2920✓ | 368.2920✓ | — |
| Apr 9 | 367.0400✓ | 367.0400✓ | — |
| Apr 8 | 368.3520✓ | 368.3520✓ | — |
| Apr 7 | 363.7690✓ | 363.7690✓ | — |
| Apr 6 | 364.3550✓ | 364.3550✓ | — |
| Apr 5 | 362.5970✓ | 362.5970✓ | — |
| Apr 4 | 362.5970✓ | 362.5970✓ | — |
| Apr 3 | 362.4860✓ | 362.4860✓ | — |
| Apr 2 | 363.5510✓ | 363.5510✓ | — |
| Apr 1 | 364.9410✓ | 364.9410✓ | — |
| Mar 31 | 363.8550✓ | 363.8550✓ | — |
| Mar 30 | 361.3210✓ | 361.3210✓ | — |
| Mar 29 | 361.4230✓ | 361.4230✓ | — |
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about sending money from Italy to Sri Lanka
What is the cheapest way to send money from Italy to Sri Lanka?
The cheapest option changes daily based on exchange rates. Use our comparison table above to see today's rates from every provider. Specialist services like Wise, Remitly, and OFX consistently offer better value than banks.
How long does it take to send money from Italy to Sri Lanka?
Most specialist providers deliver to Sri Lanka within 1–2 business days. Some offer instant delivery for certain payment methods. Bank wires typically take 3–5 business days.
How much does it cost to send €1,000 from Italy to Sri Lanka?
Costs depend on the provider's fee and exchange rate markup. Compare all providers in our table above to see exactly how much LKR your recipient would receive from a €1,000 transfer today.
Can I send money from Italy to Sri Lanka online?
Yes, all the providers we compare support online transfers from Italy to Sri Lanka. Most also offer mobile apps. You can typically pay by bank transfer, debit card, or credit card.
Is it better to use a bank or a money transfer service to send money to Sri Lanka?
Money transfer services are almost always cheaper. Banks typically charge €25–50 per wire plus a 2–5% exchange rate markup. Specialist providers charge €0–10 with markups under 1%, saving you significantly on every transfer to Sri Lanka.
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