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Sampath BankSampath Bank

Sri Lanka 传统银行 In-branch required Permit holders ★ 3.9
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Minimum depositTypical opening deposit around LKR 5,000 (approx. ¥120)
Monthly feePer the tariff
Minimum balanceSet by product terms
How to apply—
Processing timeAbout 1-2 hours in branch; review takes about 3-7 business days
Institution typeTraditional Bank
Data baseline 2026-10. Editor-verified, but rules change — confirm with the official site before applying. Data transparency →

About this bank

Advantages

  • Competitive PFCA products — a common choice for foreign investors
  • Good digital channels and app
  • Can act as the Inward Investment Account (IIA) bank for property purchases
  • Good English service

Things to note

  • Tourist ETAs are not accepted
  • Repatriation requires the original inward-remittance credit advices
  • Fewer branches than Commercial Bank or BOC

Documents required

  • Passport
  • Long-stay visa
  • Proof of address
  • Proof of income
  • Tax Identification Number (TIN)

If buying property, explicitly apply for an IIA (Inward Investment Account) and keep the deposit slip

Opening offers & benefits

Standing benefits

These are stable, standing account benefits (not time-limited) — available as long as you qualify:

Bank offers change frequently by region and quarter. Checked 2026-10; follow the bank's official promo page.

FAQ

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Having documents ready lowers the chance of rejection; policies change, so confirm with the bank before applying.

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