Western Union expands with Seylan Bank in Sri Lanka

Western Union, a leader in cross-border, cross-currency money movement and payments, has announced a collaboration with Seylan Bank, enabling receivers in Sri Lanka to connect to their loved ones around the world. Customers in Sri Lanka can now receive money at over 172 Seylan Bank locations across the country.
“At Western Union, we have adopted a truly global and inclusive perspective by considering the needs of customers in markets across the world,” said Sohini Rajola, Head of Network, Middle East and Asia Pacific, Western Union in a media release issued on Monday. “We are excited about our collaboration with Seylan Bank, providing customers with additional locations to receive money. The common vision we share to facilitate customers in the country to connect to their loved ones in over 200 countries and territories across the globe, is what drives us to provide high service levels.”
“Over the years, Sri Lankans living and working overseas have continued to support their loved ones back home” said Kapila Ariyaratne, Director /CEO, Seylan Bank. “When receiving money from abroad, abroad, customers look for convenience, speed and reliability. We are glad to provide that in partnership with Western Union – reaching not just the city, but also rural areas. Throughout our history we have placed customer aspirations at the heart of everything we do, and we will continue to do so.”