December 13, 2024
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Travellers passing through the arrivals area at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) can now enjoy enhanced accessibility with Sampath Bank’s Katunayake Pay Office (KPO) Currency Exchange Counter at a more convenient location. This initiative reflects Sampath Bank’s steadfast commitment to prioritising customer convenience and providing seamless banking experiences. The newly relocated counter, designed to meet […]

December 9, 2024
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5min22
Sampath Bank has been honoured as the Second Runner-Up in the Best Corporate Citizen Sustainability Award 2024, hosted by the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce. Widely regarded as Sri Lanka’s pinnacle of recognition for corporate sustainability, t   he awards ceremony took place recently at Cinnamon Grand, Colombo. This accolade emphasises Sampath Bank’s unwavering commitment to sustainability, […]

December 6, 2024
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Sampath Bank has once again reinforced its unwavering support for Sri Lanka’s export community by renewing its partnership with the National Chamber of Exporters (NCE) for the 32nd Annual Export Awards. This significant milestone reflects the Bank’s long-standing commitment to empowering the nation’s exporters through tailored financial solutions, fostering ethical trading practices, and driving sustainable […]

December 5, 2024
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5min35
Siyapatha Finance PLC, a leading finance company in Sri Lanka and a fully owned subsidiary of Sampath Bank PLC, recently opened its 52nd branch at 310/2, Pallegama Road, Main Street, Deniyaya. With this latest branch, Siyapatha Finance continued its commitment to delivering best-in-class financial solutions to communities across the island. The official opening ceremony was […]

December 5, 2024
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3min36
Colombo, Sri Lanka – 19 November 2024: Sampath Bank and Visa have unveiled the nation’s very first Visa Infinite Metal Credit Card, setting a new standard and marking a significant milestone in Sri Lankan banking. Launched at the iconic Cinnamon Life, Colombo’s City of Dreams, this elite card represents a step into unparalleled elegance, offering […]

November 21, 2024
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3min36
Sampath Bank proudly announces that its Managing Director, Ayodhya Iddawela Perera, has been awarded the Gold Award at the 14th Top50 Professional & Career Women Global Awards 2024, recognising her outstanding contributions to Sri Lanka’s finance and banking sector. Presented recently during the awards ceremony at the Sheraton Imperial Hotel in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, this […]

November 13, 2024
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4min27
Sampath Bank, in collaboration with the Department of Wildlife Conservation, Sri Lanka Air Force, Sri Lanka Navy, Police Life Saving Unit, Department of Oceanography and Marine Geology, Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Services & Technology, University of Ruhuna, successfully hosted its fourth coral restoration project at Marble Beach, Trincomalee, recently under the ‘A Breath to […]

November 7, 2024
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Sampath Bank proudly sponsored the Symphony Orchestra of Sri Lanka’s (SOSL) historic trilingual concert, marking a significant moment in the nation’s cultural landscape. Held on the 19th and 20th of October at Bishop’s College Auditorium, this event highlighted the Bank’s deep-rooted commitment to nurturing Sri Lankan heritage and fostering unity through artistic expression.     […]

October 18, 2024
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The Central Depository Systems (Pvt) Limited (CDS) and Sampath Bank PLC have entered into a significant partnership to enhance the efficiency of dividend disbursement services for listed companies on the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE). By combining their expertise, CDS and Sampath Bank aim to strengthen the capital market infrastructure and enhance the experience for listed […]


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