Habib Bank expands footprint in Sri Lanka

Opens branch in Galle enhancing the network to five 

Habib Bank (HBL), the largest bank in Pakistan, has further enhanced its foot print in Sri Lanka and the commitment to the economy by opening its fifth branch in Galle on 29 July.

The new Galle branch is located at 210/6 Matara Road, Galle. It will offer conventional as well as Islamic banking products such as current and savings accounts, fixed deposits, foreign currency accounts, trade and treasury services etc.

HBL has also expanded its product portfolio in line with its client’s requirements and has also recently launched a VISA Debit card as well as internet banking, both supported by a 24X7 call centre. The bank also intends to launch auto loans and small business finance programs in the near future. Additional value added financial services will also be launched soon so as to make HBL a one stop shop where its clients can meet all their banking needs under one roof.

HBL has had a history in excess of 65 years in Sri Lanka and was one of the first banks to be set up in Pettah.

As Pakistan’s worldwide bank, HBL offers premier banking solutions to its clients in 29 countries spanning four continents. Its tradition of personalised service and capacity to respond to customer needs makes HBL the largest bank in Pakistan for cross border trade and remittances.

With a network of over 1,600 branches and 1,500 ATMs throughout Pakistan, HBL maintains its lead in providing solutions through alternate delivery channels.