Sri Lanka · Banking & Payments

Commercial Bank of Ceylon

Name: Commercial Bank of Ceylon
Brand: Commercial Bank of Ceylon

Up to date as of October 23, 2026

Commercial Bank of Ceylon is Sri Lanka's largest private bank, with accounts, cards, foreign-currency services and the ComBank Digital app.

What it helps with

Cash accessWide ATM network.
Receiving money from abroadForeign-currency accounts.
Banking from the phoneComBank Digital.

About Commercial Bank of Ceylon:

Residents and long-stay visitors open savings and foreign-currency accounts, receive transfers from abroad and pay bills. The bank has one of the widest ATM networks in the country.

Key Features:

Large ATM network: Across the island.
Foreign-currency accounts: Receive money from abroad.
ComBank Digital: Mobile and online banking.

How to Get Started:

Visit a branch with your passport and visa.
Open a savings or foreign-currency account.
Register for ComBank Digital.
Use the app for transfers and bills.

Before you use it

Fees: Foreign cards pay a fee per ATM withdrawal; larger withdrawals cost less overall.
Sign-up: A local phone number is needed for app activation.

English available Local number needed Local ID needed

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Commercial Bank of Ceylon work with a foreign bank card in Sri Lanka?: Not reliably — a foreign card may be declined. Check the notice above, or plan to use a local payment method.
Is Commercial Bank of Ceylon available in English?: Yes, Commercial Bank of Ceylon has an English-language interface.
Do I need a local phone number to use Commercial Bank of Ceylon?: Yes, Commercial Bank of Ceylon requires a local phone number to register.
Do I need local ID or residency for Commercial Bank of Ceylon?: Yes, Commercial Bank of Ceylon requires local ID or residency status.
Where can I use Commercial Bank of Ceylon?: Web · iOS · Android
How much does Commercial Bank of Ceylon cost?: Fees per the bank's tariff