Send money to Sri Lanka
- Low fees — fees get cheaper the more you send
- Lightning fast — money typically arrives in seconds
- Perfectly predictable — lock in an exchange rate for up to 48 hours
- Balance transfer fee0 NZD
- Our fee13.63 NZD
- You could save up to 90.62 NZD
Should arrive in seconds
Send money to Sri Lanka
- Low fees — fees get cheaper the more you send
- Lightning fast — money typically arrives in seconds
- Perfectly predictable — lock in an exchange rate for up to 48 hours
- Balance transfer fee0 NZD
- Our fee13.63 NZD
- You could save up to 90.62 NZD
Should arrive in seconds
Compare fees for when you send money to Sri Lanka
The total cost of a transfer is the fee plus exchange rate. If your provider says there’s no fee, check their exchange rate against the one Wise offers. You might be paying more than you think.
 ANZ NZ |  Wise | |
|---|---|---|
Recipient gets (Total after fees) | 182,374.54 LKR | 178,560.49 LKR |
Exchange rate markup | -18.80 NZD | 0 NZD |
Exchange rate (1 NZDLKR) | 183.291 | 179.908 |
Transfer fee | 5 NZD | 7.49 NZD |
Total transfer cost | -13.80 NZD | 7.49 NZD |
We’re always honest with our customers. And honestly, we’re not the cheapest this time. But, we’re working hard to continue to lower our prices.
How to send money to Sri Lanka from New Zealand
Open a free account today in minutes. Then set up your first transfer in 3 easy steps.
How to send money to Sri Lanka from New Zealand
Open a free account today in minutes. Then set up your first transfer in 3 easy steps.
How to send money to Sri Lanka from New Zealand
Open a free account today in minutes. Then set up your first transfer in 3 easy steps.
Larger transfers. Lower fees. Premium support.
Pay less when you send over 20,000 GBP or equivalent. Plus get dedicated support from our expert team
Secure money transfers to Sri Lanka
Every transfer you make is protected with HTTPS encryption and 2-step verification. And we run millions of checks each day to protect every transaction from fraud.
- Rock-solid technologySuper smart Wisers have built our industry-leading security systems from scratch over the last 12 years.
- People who care, 24/7With over 1,000 anti-fraud specialists, and real human help available every minute, we’re on hand when you’ve got questions.
- Your money, not oursYour money is safeguarded, and held completely separate from ours, so it’s available to you all the time.
Best ways to send money to Sri Lanka with WISE
The best way to send New Zealand dollar to Sri Lankan rupee is from a Wise balance. It’s cheapest and usually arrives in seconds. Bank transfers are also cheap, but can be slower.
Wise account
Wise account
If you have a Wise multi-currency account, you can use money in your account to fund your transfer. It’s cheap and fast — just set up your money transfer as you normally would, and choose a Wise account transfer when paying.
How to receive money in Sri Lanka
When you transfer with Wise, you can receive to local bank accounts — no need for a Wise account. And since our price is transparent, you know exactly what you’ll get on the other side.
Local bank account
Local bank account
For local bank account transfers you’ll need to have the recipient’s account details to ensure a smooth transfer. Learn more about bank transfers.
Email
Email
To make payments using only email, all you need is your recipient’s email address. Learn more about Email transfers.
Cheapest way to send money to Sri Lanka from New Zealand
The cheapest way to send NZD to Sri Lanka is from a Wise balance and costs 13.63 NZD. We use the mid-market exchange rate — the fairest rate — and always show your fees upfront.
NZD
LKR
| Sending NZD | Transfer cost |
|---|---|
| Wise balance | 13.63 NZD |
Fastest way to send money to Sri Lanka from New Zealand
Sending money with Wise is super fast: 64% of transfers arrive in under 20 seconds, and 95% in less than a day. How long it takes depends on how you pay.
NZD
LKR
| Sending NZD | Should arrive |
|---|---|
| Wise balance | in seconds |
Send money to Sri Lanka from New Zealand with the Wise app
Looking for an app to send money to Sri Lanka? Send money on the go with Wise.
Cheap transfers abroad
Free from hidden fees, you’ll always get the mid-market exchange rate with Wise.
Track exchange rates
Save your favourite currencies to check how the exchange rate changes over time.
Real-time notifications
Know exactly what you’ve spent, as soon as you spend it.
Send money to Sri Lanka from New Zealand with the Wise app
Looking for an app to send money to Sri Lanka? Send money on the go with Wise.
Cheap transfers abroad
Free from hidden fees, you’ll always get the mid-market exchange rate with Wise.
Track exchange rates
Save your favourite currencies to check how the exchange rate changes over time.
Real-time notifications
Know exactly what you’ve spent, as soon as you spend it.
Do more with Wise in New Zealand
You can use Wise for much more than just sending money. Here is what's available, based on where you live.
Receive money fast
Get paid easily in other currencies with global account details.
Save on spending abroad
Pay and withdraw cash worldwide without any foreign transaction fees.
Frequently asked questions
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