Navigate Your Finances in Paradise
Essential guide to Rupee (LKR), ATMs, and smart budgeting for your Sri Lankan adventure.
Live Exchange Rates
US Dollar
United States
Buying Rate
Bank buys: ~Rs306
Euro
European Union
Buying Rate
Bank buys: ~Rs353
British Pound
United Kingdom
Buying Rate
Bank buys: ~Rs408
Currency Converter
1 USD = 309.87 LKR
Using live rate from 5m ago
Currency Converter
Trusted ATMs & Exchange
Avoid unauthorized money changers. Stick to registered banks and official ATMs for the best rates and safety.
Trusted Banks
Commercial Bank, Sampath Bank, Hatton National Bank (HNB), Bank of Ceylon (BOC)
ATM Limits & Fees
ATMs typically charge up to Rs1,000 per withdrawal. Some BOC machines may be fee-free. Your home bank may also charge currency conversion fees.
Daily Budget Estimator
Calculate your trip budget based on travel style.
info Estimates vary by season and route
Tipping Calculator
Calculate appropriate tips for different services.
Hotel Staff Tips
Porters, housekeeping, concierge
Concierge: Rs500-1,000 for special assistance
Concierge: ₨500–1,000 for special assistance
Common Tourist Scams
Stay alert to these common tricks targeting visitors
Tuk-tuk Driver Tricks
Drivers may refuse to use meters or quote inflated fares. Someone may lure you claiming a "festival" while a driver without a meter appears demanding high fees.
Closed Attraction Scam
A driver or "guide" claims a temple or museum is closed, then offers an alternate tour to gem shops or restaurants where they earn commissions.
Gem & Spice Shop Scams
Tuk-tuk drivers detour to spice gardens or gem shops for commission. You may be pressured to buy overpriced or fake goods.
Pickpocket Distractions
The "bird-poop" scam: someone smears a fake stain on you, then a helper cleans it while stealing valuables. Keep belongings secure in crowds.