Sri Lanka, a modest-sized island nation located in the Indian Ocean, lying off the Southeastern coast of India, has been a tourist spot which is attracting visitors with its tropical beauty for centuries. Uncountable beaches, hospitality of the local people, endless elephants and their rides, low prices of food and stay, flavourful spices and great quality of food make it one of the most attractive tourist destinations in the world.
Overview of the currency:
The Sri Lankan Rupee is the official currency of Sri Lanka. The currency code is LKR, and the currency symbol is Rs.
LKR currency is managed by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka. It is subdivided by 100 cents
History of LKR currency:
In the year 1948, the country got its Independence. Until 1972, the Ceylon rupee was the currency of Sri Lanka. In 1972, the Sri Lankan rupee was introduced by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka.
The Sri Lankan rupee has gone through many ups and downs over time. From 1980s to 2009, due to the country’s internal conflict and economic pressure, it has gone in to several devaluation phases.
Currency in circulation:Currently, as per the Sri Lankan Central Bank, Currency is available in the denominations of 10, 20, 50, 100, 500, 1000, 2000, and 5000 Rupees.
Evaluation of Sri Lankan Currency:
Inflation:As per recent reports in mid-2025, the inflation levels have stabilized at nearly 0.68% They have significantly improved with the intervention of the government, thus stabilizing currency.
Foreign Investments:With Investment proposals of nearly 3.7$ billion in 2025, there has been a notable increase in foreign investment, thereby increasing the confidence of investors, thus improving position of currency in the international foreign exchange market.
Political Stability:With the recent election in 2024 and popular mandate for NPP party rose to power, thereby providing stability. Political stability, providing a stable environment for growth, has brought investor confidence in the Sri Lankan rupee.
IInterest Rate:The higher interest rate brings investments into the country; thus, by varying interest rates Central Bank can strengthen the economic health of the country.
With interest rate of 7.75% set by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka has helped in bringing economic growth to 4.8% showing signs of recovery.
Why converting (INR) Indian Rupees to Sri Lankan Rupees (LKR) important?
Having Sri Lankan Rupees (LKR) is a lifesaver for someone who is travelling or looking to stay for a long time it would mean paying directly for transport, food, etc. Converting INR to LKR makes it convenient.
What makes Orient Exchange a smarter choice to Buy or Sell Sri Lankan Rupees in India?
Let us compare the differences between Orient Exchange and Banks to know which is better when buying the Sri Lankan rupee.
| Orient Exchange | Banks | |
|---|---|---|
| Exchange rate | Provides competitive exchange rates with transparency in terms of fees charged for transactions made. | Banks often provide a higher markup over the exchange rate and also might have hidden charges that are not visible upfront. |
| User Friendly | Orient Exchange has 26 branches across India. We provide a quick and convenient foreign currency exchange. | Banks have many branches; however, foreign currency exchange is often limited to fewer branches and requires a queue, bank hours, etc. |
Sri Lankan Rupee(LKR) reflects its nation's rich economic journey. Either you're buying or selling Sri Lankan rupee in India, choosing the right dealer makes your transaction better and hassle-free. At Orient Exchange, we provide the best exchange rate for LKR currency in India, with 20+ years of trust and RBI authorization.
We make foreign currency exchange transactions simple & transparent hassle-free. Choose Orient Exchange Today- Get LKR currency for your smooth Sri Lankan Trip.
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