To be the Nation's preferred Bank with a strong global presence providing customer centric innovative financial solutions.
OVERVIEW
Overview Of Bank Of Ceylon
Established in 1939, the Bank of Ceylon (BOC) is Sri Lanka's largest state-owned commercial bank. The Bank has been a steadfast pillar of strength and a symbol of progress, shaping the financial landscape of Sri Lanka.
Our journey is one of continuous expansion, connecting every corner of the nation and beyond to create meaningful and lasting impact by creating sustainable value to all stakeholders.
As a Domestic Systemically Important Bank (D-SIB), BOC holds a pivotal role in the national economy, offering a comprehensive suite of services backed by advanced technology and a customer-centric approach.
OUR VISION
OUR MISSION
To provide highly efficient, customer focused, technologically sophisticated, resilient and innovative financial services to the Nation with global access, empowering employees and enhancing value to the stakeholders.
OUR VALUES
Being customer-centric
Respecting all forms of diversity
Committing towards high level of ethics, governance and professionalism
Focusing towards agility and innovation
Being accountable for all our actions
OUR GROUP STRUCTURE
AND KEY BUSINESS LINES
Retail Banking
We provide a comprehensive range of financial services including lending, deposits, payment solutions, and transactional banking designed to support small businesses, entrepreneurs, and individuals. Our offerings cater to a diverse clientele, from mass-retail customers to affluent and high-net-worth individuals, ensuring accessibility and convenience through both digital and in-person channels.
Corporate and Offshore Banking
We provide a variety of financial services - corporate funding and deposits, project financing, trade services, and offshore banking facilities catering to a diverse range from small & medium-sized enterprises to large corporations and institutions operating in the private sector, state sector, and offshore locations.
International, Treasury, Investment and Overseas Operations
The Bank's International Operations handle foreign currency transactions, while Treasury Operations manage liquidity and fund management, and the Investments Division handles investment activities. The Overseas Operations cluster is responsible for the Bank's overseas branch operations.
OUR FOOTPRINT
Our footprint is not just about reach, It is about the ripple effect of positive change. BOC continues to touch lives, transform communities and pave the way for a connected future. Every location, every interaction and every service is a testament to our mission to create impact. Through our expansive footprint, around 2,300 customer touchpoints including fully equipped and mobile branches, SME centres, ATMs, CDMs, and CRMs, the Bank remains dedicated to shaping a future where prosperity, opportunity and progress are within reach for every Sri Lankan.
Internationally, the Bank extends its presence with branches in India, Maldives, and Seychelles, a limited-service branch in Hulhumale, and a fully owned subsidiary in London-United Kingdom, reflecting our commitment to serving clients both locally and globally.
- 1 Central Province
- 2 Eastern Province
- 3 North Central Province
- 4 Northern Province
- 5 North Western Province
- 6 Sabaragamuwa Province
- 7 Southern Province
- 8 UVA Province
- 9 Western Province
Branches
Limited service branches
Mobile Branches
ATM/ CDM/ CRM
SME Centres
BOC Connect
An Enduring Strength and an Evolving Legacy
For 85 years, Bank of Ceylon has been the cornerstone of Sri Lanka's financial system. Strongly anchored in resilience, stability and an unwavering commitment, we have been a formidable force that empowers individuals, strengthens industries and sustains the nation's economic fabric.
At our core, we are structured for strength and efficiency firmly built on the principles of interconnectedness, adaptability and endurance. Like nature's most refined and resilient design - the hexagon of a beehive, we thrive on a foundation that balances stability with flexibility, tradition with transformation and trust with innovation. Each aspect of our operations strengthens the whole, creating an ecosystem where Sri Lanka's financial future is secure and dynamic.
A FOUNDATION OF STABILITY
As Sri Lanka's most trusted financial institution, BOC has weathered economic shifts, global disruptions and industry transformations with unyielding resilience. From preserving financial security in challenging times to enabling new opportunities in periods of growth, our foundation remains steadfast firmly built on decades of prudent governance, strategic foresight and a commitment to serve the nation.
A BANK THAT GROWS WITH THE NATION
Much like a perfectly aligned framework, the Bank thrives on the strength of its collective efforts. We are woven into the lives of 16.2 million customers, empowering individuals to prosper, businesses to expand and industries to thrive. Our reach extends across the nation, from urban centres to rural communities and across the shores, ensuring that progress is not just for a few, but for all.
SEAMLESS CONNECTIVITY, LIMITLESS POSSIBILITIES
Strength lies not just in individual components but in their seamless connection. With Sri Lanka's most expansive banking network and digital ecosystem, we link communities, industries, and markets by bridging financial aspirations with opportunities. Whether through our pioneering digital banking solutions, international trade facilitation, or rural financial inclusion, we ensure that every part of the economy is connected, every ambition is enabled and the future of everyone is secured.
A VISION BUILT FOR THE FUTURE
Efficiency and evolution define our journey forward. Just as nature refines its designs over time, we continue to innovate by introducing digital transformation, redefining customer experiences, and reshaping the financial landscape. Our vision is one of continuous progress, ensuring that Bank of Ceylon remains not only the bank of today but the bank of tomorrow.
A COMMITMENT TO SUSTAINABLE PROSPERITY
True strength lies in the ability to sustain and uplift. At Bank of Ceylon, we do not measure success solely in financial terms, but in the long-term well-being of the nation. Our commitment to sustainable banking drives initiatives that protect the environment, support responsible businesses and uplift communities, ensuring that prosperity is enduring, inclusive and future-proof.
Like the perfect harmony of interlocking cells, each aspect of Bank of Ceylon contributes to a system that is stronger together. We are built to withstand, designed to evolve, and committed to creating lasting impact. As Bankers to the Nation, we continue to shape the nation's future-driven by innovation, strengthened by connections and sustained value through generations.
