1 GBP to LKR - Convert Pound Sterling to Sri Lankan Rupee

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1 GBP = 373.263 LKR

1 LKR = 0.003 GBP

(Mid-market exchange rate)

Last updated Apr 16, 2024 13:32 GMT

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GBP to LKR conversion chart

Below is the live and historical Pound Sterling to Sri Lankan Rupee rate chart so you can see today's rate - and how the rates have changed over time.

1 GBP = 373.263 LKR

1 Pound Sterling to Sri Lankan Rupee stats | GBP to LKR

Stat Last 7 days Last 30 days Last 90 days Last year Selected period on chart
High 378.845 389.046 406.771 426.483 389.046
Low 370.994 370.994 371.612 358.778 370.994
Average 374.722 379.535 390.4 398.033 379.347
Volatility 2.12% 4.87% 9.46% 18.87% 4.87%

What is the Pound Sterling worth against the Sri Lankan Rupee today?

1 GBP is worth 373.263 LKR today

How much is 1 GBP worth in LKR?

At the current exchange rate of 373.263 , a sum of 1 Pound Sterling is worth 373.263 Sri Lankan Rupee.

Which currency is stronger? GBP or LKR?

The Pound Sterling is currently stronger than the Sri Lankan Rupee given that 1 GBP is equal to 373.263 LKR. Conversely, 1 LKR is worth 0.003 GBP.

Overview of GBP to LKR Performance and Trends

Today, to buy 1 Pound Sterling, you need 373.263 Sri Lankan Rupee. On the same date last year, you needed 397.63 Sri Lankan Rupee for 1 Pound Sterling. This change indicates that the Pound Sterling has lost value against the Sri Lankan Rupee by 6.27% over the past year.

The pair experienced high volatility of 18.87%.

High volatility means there is a higher risk of significant price changes. It is better to closely monitor the exchange rate in such situations.

GBP to LKR Currency Performance and Volatility

Last 7 Days

  • Performance: £1 varied between රු370.994 (weekly low) and රු378.845 (weekly high), a variance of රු7.851 .
  • Volatility: Fluctuated by 2.12%.

Last 30 Days

  • Performance: £1 varied between රු370.994 (30-day low) to රු389.046 (30-day high), a variance of රු18.052 .
  • Volatility: Fluctuated by 4.87%.

Last 90 Days

  • Performance: £1 varied between රු371.612 (90-day low) to රු406.771 (90-day high), a variance of රු35.159 .
  • Volatility: Fluctuated by 9.46%.

Last Year

  • Performance: £1 ranged from රු358.778 (yearly low) to රු426.483 (yearly high), a variance of රු67.705 .
  • Volatility: Fluctuated by 18.87%.

GBP to LKR Forecast and trending

Is the Pound Sterling going up or down against the Sri Lankan Rupee?

Today's GBP to LKR exchange rate (371.903) is higher compared to yesterday's rate (371.472).

Currency information

GBP - Pound Sterling

The currency code for Pound Sterling is GBP.

The GBP currency symbol is £.

Minor unit: 1/100 = Penny

GBP rank by most traded currencies: 4

Avg proportion of daily world trade volume: 6.45%

GBP rank by strongest currencies (buying power): 5

The Pound Sterling is the currency of 10 countries:
United Kingdom, Bailiwick of Guernsey, Isle of Man, Jersey, Falkland Islands, Gibraltar, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands, Saint Helena, British Antarctic Territory, Tristan da Cunha

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LKR - Sri Lankan Rupee

The currency code for Sri Lankan Rupee is LKR.

The LKR currency symbol is රු.

Minor unit: 1/100 = Cent

LKR rank by most traded currencies: Not in top 40 traded currencies

Avg proportion of daily world trade volume: 0% (Low daily trade currency)

LKR rank by strongest currencies (buying power): 111

The Sri Lankan Rupee is the currency of 1 countries:
Sri Lanka

Understanding GBP to LKR Currency Exchange: Our Top Tips

Let's look at some practical information, ideas and tips to help you make sure you can get the most from your money when you convert Pound Sterling to Sri Lankan Rupee, to send a payment, for a trip overseas, when shopping online or to hold a balance in Sri Lankan Rupee.

How to convert GBP to LKR?

You can convert Pound Sterling to Sri Lankan Rupee either in a physical location or online. If you choose to exchange money at a currency exchange store, bank or at the airport, you'll be given your Sri Lankan Rupee in cash. Or, you can choose to convert digitally, to send a payment overseas for example.

If you're exchanging money in a physical location you'll usually need to take the following steps:

  • Choose an exchange service that suits your needs
  • Head there with the money in Pound Sterling cash to exchange
  • Get a quote for the exchange rate and any commission or fee you need to pay
  • Hand over your money and receive your Sri Lankan Rupee in cash

Exchanging your money digitally is often easier. As an example, here's how to send a payment overseas:

  • Choose an international payment service that suits your needs and head to their desktop site, or download their app
  • Tap Send Payment
  • Enter the amount in Pound Sterling you want to send, or the amount in Sri Lankan Rupee you want your recipient to get in the end
  • You'll be shown a quote for the exchange rate and any commission or fee you need to pay
  • Choose your preferred payment method, and follow the prompts to pay
  • Your money will be deposited to your recipient's bank account directly, in Sri Lankan Rupee

How to get the best GBP to LKR exchange rate?

Because banks, currency exchange offices and international payment services all set their own exchange rates, you'll need to shop around a little to find the best GBP to LKR exchange rate for your specific transaction.

Get to know the GBP/LKR mid-market exchange rate using reputable currency conversion tools, so you'll be able to see how the market is trending. You can often set up rate alerts so the service you choose will send you a message when the GBP/LKR mid-market exchange rate hits your preferred level. Once you see a rate you like, act fast to complete your transaction before markets move again.

Another smart option is to open a multi-currency account which lets you hold a selection of major world currencies, often including Pound Sterling and Sri Lankan Rupee. This can be helpful if you transact internationally often, live overseas, receive payments from abroad, invest in diverse markets or even if you simply love to shop online with international retailers. Because you can hold a balance in the currency or currencies of your choice, there's no need to convert from one currency to another unnecessarily - you can wait until exchange rates are favorable to avoid losing out.

How to buy Pound Sterling with Sri Lankan Rupee?

You'll be able to exchange Sri Lankan Rupee to Pound Sterling in the same way as you'd exchange Pound Sterling to Sri Lankan Rupee. If you have Sri Lankan Rupee in your pocket in cash, you can take them along to a currency exchange service and ask if they'll buy back in exchange for Sri Lankan Rupee. Be aware that the exchange rate might not be great - so coming back from a trip with as little foreign cash as possible is a smart plan.

On the other hand, if you hold Pound Sterling in a bank or specialist provider account, you'll be able to take advantage of online currency exchange services which can often offer fast, efficient and good value conversion which uses a better rate than a bank would.

Where to exchange GBP to LKR?

You can exchange currencies in person at a currency exchange store, bank or airport, or use an online service instead. It's helpful to know that in person currency exchange options can offer a pretty poor deal overall, as exchange rates commonly include a markup - an extra fee. If you're exchanging somewhere with little local competition - like at an airport or hotel, for example - the chances are that the rate you get will be even worse.

A good alternative is to open a multi-currency account which lets you hold and exchange currencies digitally - and if you pick an account which also offers a linked debit card, you can make ATM withdrawals at home and abroad whenever you need cash. Digital specialist services can often offer a better exchange rate with lower overall costs compared to using your bank or exchanging cash in person - plus they're intuitive to use and let you manage your money with just your phone.

Frequently asked questions when converting Pound Sterling to Sri Lankan Rupee (GBP to LKR)

How much is the Pound Sterling to Sri Lankan Rupee?

The Pound Sterling to Sri Lankan Rupee exchange rate today is 373.263 . Use this guide to learn more about exchanging GBP to LKR in the easiest and best value way for your specific needs.

How much is 1 Pound Sterling to the Sri Lankan Rupee?

The GBP to LKR rate today is 373.263 . That means that 1 Pound Sterling would be worth 373.263 Sri Lankan Rupee.

How to exchange Pound Sterling to Sri Lankan Rupee?

Exchange GBP to LKR in person at a bank, currency exchange store or airport - or for a better exchange rate and to avoid standing in line in a physical store, use a digital service. Online currency exchange services are safe, intuitive and easy to use, to send payments internationally, or hold and exchange multiple currencies including GBP to LKR.

How to send money to Sri Lanka?

If you want to send money from UK - or anywhere else in the world - to Sri Lanka, you'll be able to do so through your bank or an online specialist service like Wise. Specialist international money transfer services can often offer better exchange rates and lower overall costs for payments to Sri Lanka - plus, you'll be able to get everything arranged with just your laptop or phone.

What is the Mid-Market Rate?

The mid-market exchange rate is the rate that banks and currency exchange services get when they buy and sell currencies like Sri Lankan Rupee and Pound Sterling on wholesale markets. It's an important benchmark you can use to measure whether the exchange rate you're offered by a bank or exchange service is fair.

Usually banks and exchange services add a percentage margin - known as a markup - to the exchange rate they get themselves. But this markup can vary a lot, and in some cases pushes up the cost of currency exchange significantly. Learning about the mid-market rate and monitoring it can mean you get a better deal when you exchange currencies.

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