Bank of China – Colombo Branch | Sri Lanka’s First Chinese-Funded Bank

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No.40 York St, Colombo
Colombo, Western Sri Lanka

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Bank of China – Colombo Branch officially opened on 28 March 2018 as the first Chinese‑funded bank in Sri Lanka. It operates under a Central Bank‑granted license and draws on the global presence and expertise of Bank of China. About Bank of China – Sri Lanka

Location & Contact
Address: No. 40 York Street, Colombo 01, Sri Lanka (in a landmark downtown building).
Phone: +94 11 219 5566 (Customer Line) • +94 11 211 8999 (Complaints line)
Fax: +94 11 211 8800
Email: [email protected] (branch), [email protected]
SWIFT Code: BKCHLKLXXXX
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Core Services
Corporate Banking: Working capital loans, fixed asset finance, global credit facilities, trade settlement, guarantees, and import/export trade financing.
Trade & Forex: International settlement, forex conversion, foreign remittances, and treasury services aligned with Belt & Road partners.
Retail Services: Local deposit and loan solutions, personal banking services in Chinese and English, and remittance support for expatriates and foreign nationals.

Target Client Segments
The branch serves Chinese foreign enterprises, Sri Lankan businesses involved in Sino-Lanka trade, local corporates, expatriates, and individuals needing international financial linkage between Sri Lanka and China.

Strategic Positioning
As a member of Bank of China’s global network spanning over 50 countries, the Colombo branch positions itself as a premium entry point for cross-border trade, investment, and bilateral financial connectivity. It aims to enhance Sri Lanka’s economic ties with China and expand BOC’s corporate presence locally.

Visiting & Transactions
• Located in downtown Colombo with easy access via public transport or taxi.
• In-branch services available weekdays during standard banking hours.
• English and Mandarin service available to cater to both local and Chinese clients.

Why Choose Bank of China Colombo?
• First and only Chinese‑funded full-service bank in Sri Lanka.
• Global BOC network enabling seamless international trade finance and forex operations.
• Specialized focus on China‑Sri Lanka economic activity, investment flows, and corporate banking.
• Multilingual support and cross-border settlement expertise for bilateral business clients.

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Accepted Currencies: Sri Lankan Rupees
Payment Types: Cash, Credit Card

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Opening Hours

Mon 09:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Tue 09:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Wed 09:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Thu 09:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Fri 09:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed

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