Money Changers with Best Exchange Rates in Colombo

The currency of Sri Lanka is called the Sri Lankan Rupee (LKR). 1 LKR is equivalent to 100 cents. Banknotes are issued in denominations of 10, 20, 50, 100, 200, 500 and 1000 LKR. Coins are available in 5, 10, 25 and 50 cents, as well as 1, 2, 5 and 10 LKR.

Most of the money changers in Colombo are clustered together on busy streets in commercial districts, making it easy for customers to walk from shop to shop and compare rates.

To get the best rates, visit the famous currency exchange shops on Galle Road: Maruthi Money Exchange, Prasanna Money Exchange, and Swiss Money Exchange (Address, contact, and opening hours are listed below).

Other recommended money changers are located on York Street, Mudalige Mawatha Road, and Sea Street.

Those who bring traveler’s cheques along can exchange them at the banks as these cheques are not accepted or exchanged at most forex shops.