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A.R.B.J Rajapaksha
A.R.B.J Rajapaksha
Apr 30 2026
26Reaffirming its commitment to always provide its customers with the best offers and value, the Commercial Bank of Ceylon has announced a nationwide campaign to accelerate the adoption of LankaPay JCB debit cards, offering customers across Sri Lanka another compelling opportunity to step into a more secure, convenient and rewarding cashless lifestyle.
Building on strong momentum achieved in 2025, when customer uptake and usage signalled growing confidence in LankaPay cards as a dependable payment solution, the Bank said this latest initiative is designed to make every day digital payments more accessible and appealing than ever before.
The campaign centres on a limited-time offer that enables customers to obtain a LankaPay JCB debit card with the first-year issuance fee completely waived. Available from 1st May to 31st December 2026, this offer is open to both new customers and existing debit cardholders, making it easier for a wider segment of Sri Lankans to upgrade to a modern payment experience.
LankaPay JCB debit cards issued by Commercial Bank are accepted at a broad spectrum of supermarkets, retail outlets, restaurants and service providers across the country, enabling seamless transactions for daily needs. Cardholders also benefit from a host of value additions, including exclusive discounts, cashback offers and seasonal promotions, while enjoying the convenience of international usability through JCB’s global network for travel and overseas transactions.
To further enrich the customer experience, the campaign will feature a series of lifestyle-driven promotions spanning grocery shopping, retail purchases and leisure activities, the Bank said. Dining and entertainment offers through partner merchants, as well as special seasonal campaigns aligned with festive periods, will add to the appeal. A strong digital engagement component will also drive awareness and encourage greater usage among customers.
Beyond its consumer benefits, the initiative underscores Commercial Bank’s commitment to strengthening Sri Lanka’s domestic payment infrastructure. By promoting LankaPay, the country’s national card payment scheme, the Bank is supporting the transition from cash to digital transactions, enhancing financial inclusion and contributing to the development of a more resilient and self-sufficient payments ecosystem.
The Bank said customers are invited to visit their nearest Commercial Bank branch or access the Bank’s digital onboarding channels to apply for a LankaPay JCB Debit Card and experience the ease of secure, everyday cashless payments.
Commercial Bank credit and debit cards support a wide range of year-round promotions across Sri Lanka, providing cardholders with regular opportunities to enjoy exclusive savings and privileges across retail, dining, lifestyle and travel sectors. The Bank continues to strengthen its merchant partnerships and expand the scope of its promotional programmes, ensuring that customers receive tangible value and rewarding experiences throughout the year.
Commercial Bank is the first Sri Lankan bank with a market capitalisation exceeding US$ 1 Bn. and was also the first bank in the country to be listed among the Top 1000 Banks of the World. Commercial Bank has the highest capital base among all Sri Lankan banks, is the largest private sector lender in Sri Lanka, and the largest lender to the country’s SME sector. Ranked No. 1 in the Business Today Top 40, Commercial Bank is recognised as the most respected and most-awarded Bank in Sri Lanka. Commercial Bank is also a leader in digital innovation and is Sri Lanka’s first 100% carbon-neutral bank.
Commercial Bank operates a network of 272 strategically located branches and automated machines island-wide, and has the widest international footprint among Sri Lankan banks, with 20 branches in Bangladesh, a fully-fledged Tier I Bank with a majority stake in the Maldives, a microfinance company in Myanmar, and a representative office in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC). The Bank’s fully owned subsidiaries, CBC Finance PLC and Commercial Insurance Brokers (Pvt) Limited, also deliver a range of financial services via their own branch networks.
