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Travel Money Oz is one of Australia's largest dedicated currency exchange specialists, selling Sri Lankan Rupees (LKR) cash across 90+ stores nationwide and online, with no fees or commission on your order. If you find a better published cash rate from an Australian competitor, our Price Beat Guarantee means we'll beat their overall transaction price by at least $1 AUD. That's competitive rates, guaranteed.

Order Sri Lankan Rupees online for same-day click & collect in about an hour, or home delivery in about 3 hours within 25km of selected stores. Prefer to browse in person? You can buy Sri Lankan Rupees in-store any day of the week.

Best Place to Buy Sri Lankan Rupees in Australia

Heading to Colombo for cultural exploration, relaxing on Sri Lanka's beaches, or exploring ancient ruins in Sigiriya? You'll need Sri Lankan Rupees (LKR) before you go. Travel Money Oz makes it easy to get your SL rupees sorted before you fly, with online ordering available 24/7 and 90+ stores across Australia for in-person purchases.

Unlike banks, we charge no fees or commission. No surprises at the counter, and no hidden fees to factor in. With our Price Beat Guarantee, if you spot a better deal elsewhere, we'll beat it.

Where to Buy Sri Lankan Rupees Near Me

With 90+ Travel Money Oz stores in shopping centres, CBD spots, and major suburbs, there's likely one close to you. Use the store finder to check your nearest location, opening hours, and contact details before you visit.

We recommend calling ahead to confirm LKR availability at your nearest store before visiting, as stock levels may vary.

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How to Buy Sri Lankan Rupees — Online or In-Store

💻 Order online for click & collect: place your order online, choose your nearest store, and your LKR cash will be ready to collect in about an hour. Pay securely at checkout and pick up at your convenience.

🚚 Order online for home delivery: prefer your cash delivered? Select home delivery at checkout. Orders are typically delivered within about 3 hours to addresses within 25km of selected stores.

🏪 Buy in-store: walk into any Travel Money Oz store and ask about Sri Lankan Rupee availability. We recommend calling ahead to confirm stock before visiting.

How to order:

Check the live AUD to LKR rate above
Enter the amount you want to buy
Choose click & collect or home delivery
Complete your secure online order
Collect your LKR cash or receive it at home

Price Beat Guarantee on Sri Lankan Rupees

Travel Money Oz offers a Price Beat Guarantee on in-store LKR purchases. If you find a better deal, here's how it works:

Find a better published cash rate from an Australian-registered competitor, in-store or online.
Make sure it's for foreign currency notes (buying or selling), in stock, and ready to transact on the same day.
Bring the official written quote or published price to a Travel Money Oz store on the same day, with collection available within 30km of our store.
We'll beat their overall transaction price, including all fees and charges, by at least $1 AUD.

Applies to transactions up to $5,000 AUD equivalent. If we can't beat it, you'll receive $100 AUD loaded onto a Travel Money Oz Currency Pass (or a voucher if Currency Pass is unavailable).

_{*Price Beat Guarantee applies to in-store LKR cash purchases only. Terms and conditions apply.}

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LKR

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රු

Coins

රු1, රු2, රු5, රු10

Banknotes

රු10, රු20, රු50, රු100, රු500, රු1000, රු2000, රු5000

Order Sri Lankan Rupees Online for Home Delivery

Skip the last-minute stress and get your Sri Lankan Rupees sorted before you fly. Order LKR online for home delivery and your cash will be delivered straight to your door within about 3 hours to addresses within 25km of selected stores. Whether you're heading to Colombo, Kandy, Galle, or Sigiriya, arriving with rupees in hand makes the first day significantly easier.

Pick Up Sri Lankan Rupees In-Store

Prefer to collect in person? Order Sri Lankan Rupees online for click and collect at one of 90+ Travel Money Oz stores across Australia. Your LKR cash will be ready in about an hour. We recommend calling ahead to confirm stock availability at your preferred store before placing your order.

Convert Leftover Sri Lankan Rupees to Australian Dollars

Just back from Sri Lanka with leftover rupees? Travel Money Oz makes it easy to convert LKR to AUD at competitive rates, with no hidden fees. With 90+ stores across Australia, just drop in and sell your Sri Lankan Rupees in person. It's a fast, straightforward way to turn your leftover travel money back into Australian dollars.

Get more value with our Buy Back Bonus

If you originally bought your Sri Lankan Rupees from Travel Money Oz, you could be eligible for our exclusive Buy Back Bonus. Just bring in your unused LKR and we'll add a little extra when converting it back to Aussie dollars. It's our way of rewarding travellers who planned ahead.

Buy Back Bonus applies to in-store cash purchases only. Terms and conditions apply.

How to save money on your Sri Lankan holiday

Travel during the shoulder seasons for lower prices on flights and accommodation. Sri Lanka has two different monsoon seasons affecting different coasts, so the quieter and more affordable time to visit depends on which part of the island you're heading to. Check the seasonal weather for your specific destination before you book.
Dining out? Try budget-friendly street food like kottu roti (stir-fried flatbread), hoppers (crispy pancakes), and isso wade (prawn fritters). Delicious, authentic, and a fraction of the price you'd pay at tourist restaurants.
Bargain confidently at local markets. Sri Lanka's spice markets, craft stalls, and street vendors expect a bit of back and forth, so don't be shy.
Public transport is very inexpensive in Sri Lanka. The train system offers some of the most scenic rail journeys in Asia at an incredibly low cost. Local buses and tuk-tuks cover shorter trips around town.
Don't miss the free stuff. Galle Face Green in Colombo, the Sacred Temple of the Tooth in Kandy, and countless temples and cultural sites across the island can be explored at little or no cost.
Convert AUD to LKR with Travel Money Oz for competitive exchange rates that make every rupee go further.

All about the Sri Lankan Rupee

A quick guide to money in Sri Lanka

The official currency of Sri Lanka is the Sri Lankan Rupee, abbreviated as LKR and symbolised as රු (also written as Rs). One rupee divides into 100 cents, though cents are rarely encountered in everyday transactions.

The rupee was introduced in 1869, replacing the British Pound Sterling, and was decimalized into 100 cents on 1 January 1872. It remains Sri Lanka's official currency today.

Fun facts about Sri Lankan currency

Sri Lankan banknotes are printed vertically on the reverse, making them one of the few currencies in the world to use a portrait orientation on one side.
In 1998, Sri Lanka issued a commemorative Rs 200 polymer note to mark the 50th anniversary of independence. It was the first polymer banknote ever issued in Sri Lanka, printed by Note Printing Australia.
Sri Lanka has issued commemorative banknotes for significant national events, including the end of the civil war in 2009 and the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting in 2013.

Travel Money Trivia - LKR edition

The Sri Lankan Rupee was introduced in 1869, replacing the British Pound Sterling, and decimalized on 1 January 1872. It's one of the older currencies still in everyday use in South Asia.
You can bring up to LKR 20,000 in Sri Lankan Rupees into the country. Foreign currencies exceeding USD 15,000 must be declared to Sri Lankan customs on arrival.
Cents are effectively an endangered species in Sri Lanka. Coins under 1 rupee exist on paper but are seldom seen in practice.
Sri Lanka experienced a severe economic crisis in 2022, during which the rupee lost around 80% of its value against the USD in a single year. The currency has since stabilised significantly and tourism has bounced back strongly.

What is the currency of Sri Lanka?
The official currency of Sri Lanka is the Sri Lankan Rupee, abbreviated as LKR and symbolised as රු (or Rs informally). It's used throughout the country for all everyday transactions, from street food and tuk-tuks to hotels and attractions.
One rupee divides into 100 cents, though cents are rarely encountered in practice. Current banknotes come in Rs 20, Rs 50, Rs 100, Rs 500, Rs 1,000, Rs 2,000, and Rs 5,000 denominations.
Where can I buy Sri Lankan Rupees in Australia?
You can buy Sri Lankan Rupees (LKR) cash at Travel Money Oz stores across Australia or order LKR online for same-day click & collect in about an hour, or home delivery within about 3 hours to addresses within 25km of selected stores.
We recommend calling ahead to confirm LKR stock availability at your nearest store before visiting, as Sri Lankan Rupees are a less commonly stocked currency than major pairs.
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Where is the best place to buy Sri Lankan Rupees near me?
What is the best place to buy Sri Lankan Rupees in Australia?
A dedicated foreign currency specialist will almost always offer a better deal than a bank, post office, or airport exchange. Here's how the options compare:
- Banks typically charge transaction fees on top of a less competitive rate.
- Post offices offer limited currency options and variable rates.
- Airport exchanges are the most expensive option. Buy before you travel, not after you land.
Travel Money Oz charges no fees or commission on LKR cash purchases and offers a Price Beat Guarantee on in-store purchases. You can also order Sri Lankan Rupees online for same-day click & collect or home delivery.
Is it better to buy Sri Lankan Rupees in Australia or Sri Lanka?
It's almost always better to buy Sri Lankan Rupees in Australia before you travel. Airport exchanges at Bandaranaike International and tourist-area currency counters typically offer less favourable rates and higher fees. Sorting your LKR before you leave also means you arrive financially prepared, with cash ready for transport, tips, and local purchases from the moment you land.
Travel Money Oz offers competitive AUD to LKR rates, no fees or commission, and same-day online ordering with click & collect or home delivery. Find your nearest store if you'd prefer to buy in person.
How much is 1 AUD in Sri Lankan Rupees?
What affects the AUD to LKR exchange rate?
The AUD to LKR exchange rate is influenced by a range of economic factors, including:
- Interest rate decisions by the Reserve Bank of Australia and the Central Bank of Sri Lanka
- Sri Lanka's economic performance, including tourism revenues, export earnings, and foreign reserves
- Global commodity prices, particularly for Australian mineral and agricultural exports
- Broader investor sentiment toward emerging market currencies
Sri Lanka experienced significant currency volatility during its 2022 economic crisis. The rupee has since stabilised, but LKR rates can be more volatile than major currency pairs. Rates change daily, so it's worth checking the live AUD to LKR rate above before you buy.
How do I convert leftover Sri Lankan Rupees back to AUD?
You can sell your leftover Sri Lankan Rupees back to Australian dollars at any Travel Money Oz store. LKR buy-back is available in-store only and is not processed through the online calculator. We recommend calling ahead to confirm buy-back availability before visiting.
If you originally bought your LKR from Travel Money Oz, you may also be eligible for our Buy Back Bonus, which gets you a better rate than the standard buy-back.
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How much spending money do I need for Sri Lanka?
Sri Lanka is one of the more affordable destinations for Australian travellers, though costs vary between tourist areas and local travel. As a rough guide:
- Budget travellers staying in guesthouses and eating local street food typically spend AUD $30–$60 per day.
- Mid-range travellers average AUD $80–$130 per day once accommodation, restaurant dining, and activities are factored in.
- Luxury beach resort stays, particularly in areas like Mirissa, Tangalle, and Bentota, can run AUD $200–$400+ per day.
Worth noting: a 10% service charge is standard at many Sri Lankan restaurants. This is added automatically to the bill and is separate from a tip. Tipping on top of this is optional.
Use the Travel Money Oz Holiday Budget Calculator below to build a more accurate estimate. Ready to buy? Order Sri Lankan Rupees online.