Convert Sri Lankan Rupee to Central African CFA Franc (LKR to XAF)
Live Mid-Market Rate โข October 6, 2026
Historical Exchange Trends: LKR to XAF
Convert LKR to XAF
| LKR | XAF |
|---|---|
| 500 LKR | 885.10 XAF |
| 1,000 LKR | 1,770.20 XAF |
| 2,500 LKR | 4,425.51 XAF |
| 5,000 LKR | 8,851.02 XAF |
| 10,000 LKR | 17,702.03 XAF |
| 25,000 LKR | 44,255.08 XAF |
Convert XAF to LKR
| XAF | LKR |
|---|---|
| 500 XAF | 282.45 LKR |
| 1,000 XAF | 564.91 LKR |
| 2,500 XAF | 1,412.27 LKR |
| 5,000 XAF | 2,824.53 LKR |
| 10,000 XAF | 5,649.07 LKR |
| 25,000 XAF | 14,122.67 LKR |
Official Banking & Currency Intelligence: Sri Lanka
The Sri Lankan Rupee (LKR, symbol 'Rs' or 'เถปเท') is the official legal tender of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka, regulated by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL). Sri Lanka maintains a market-based floating exchange rate regime, with daily indicative benchmark exchange rates published by the CBSL.
The domestic financial market is serviced by established commercial banks such as Commercial Bank of Ceylon, Hatton National Bank (HNB), Bank of Ceylon, and Sampath Bank. International visitors arriving at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) in Katunayake / Colombo have 24/7 access to bank exchange counters and international ATMs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the official exchange rate between Sri Lankan Rupee and Central African CFA Franc?
The current mid-market exchange rate is 1 LKR = 1.7702 XAF (1 XAF = 0.5649 LKR) as of October 6, 2026. Mid-market rates reflect real-time global interbank values without commercial retail markups.
Where can I exchange LKR in Sri Lanka?
You can exchange foreign currency for Sri Lankan Rupees at authorized dealer banks in Colombo, Kandy, and Galle, as well as airport exchange counters at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). Electronic card payments and ATM withdrawals are widely supported across major urban centers.
What are the cash declaration rules when traveling to Sri Lanka?
Under Sri Lanka Customs and CBSL foreign exchange regulations, arriving and departing travelers carrying foreign currency notes or monetary instruments exceeding 10,000 USD (or equivalent in other foreign currencies) are legally required to declare the amount on the customs passenger declaration form.