Sri Lanka Currency: Sri Lankan Rupee (LKR) Guide

Sri Lanka's official currency is the Sri Lankan Rupee (LKR, Rs). As of today, the best USD to LKR rate is Rs 325.10 — updated twice daily from all major banks.

Denominations

Banknotes: Rs 20, 50, 100, 200, 500, 1000, 2000, 5000. Coins: Rs 1, 2, 5, 10.

Current Exchange Rates

Today's rates: 1 USD ≈ Rs 325.10, 1 GBP ≈ Rs 441.56, 1 EUR ≈ Rs 377.58, 1 AED ≈ Rs 88.41.

See the full rate comparison across all Sri Lankan banks.

Tips

• Bring USD or GBP — they are accepted everywhere.
• Exchange at a bank or licensed money changer, not at the airport (airport rates are 2-4% worse).
• ATMs dispense rupees; most charge a fee of Rs 500–750 per withdrawal.