The Sri Lankan Rupee recorded a slight decline against the US Dollar today (22), with several commercial banks reporting higher buying and selling rates compared to last Friday.
The latest exchange rate movement is being closely watched by importers, exporters, travellers and businesses that regularly deal in foreign currency, as even small changes can affect transaction costs and pricing decisions.
According to the Central Bank, the indicative exchange rate stood at Rs. 329.3058 for buying and Rs. 339.0659 for selling.
Among major commercial banks, the dollar selling rate remained around the Rs. 338 to Rs. 339 range, although some banks reported increases from the previous trading day.
Rates Rise at Several Banks
- According to Seylan Bank, the buying rate increased from Rs. 329.00 to Rs. 329.50, while the selling rate increased from Rs. 339.25 to Rs. 339.75.
- At NDB Bank, the buying rate increased from Rs. 329.50 to Rs. 329.75 and the selling rate increased from Rs. 338.50 to Rs. 338.75.
- People’s Bank reported an increase in the buying rate from Rs. 327.74 to Rs. 328.23, while the selling rate increased from Rs. 338.05 to Rs. 338.56.
- Commercial Bank reported the buying rate rising from Rs. 327.57 to Rs. 328.31. The selling rate increased from Rs. 337.50 to Rs. 338.25.
- At Sampath Bank, the buying rate increased from Rs. 329.00 to Rs. 329.50. The selling rate also increased from Rs. 338.00 to Rs. 338.50.
Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) Daily Exchange Rate
Last modified: June 22, 2026
