29 April 2016 12:00 am
As part of its expansion drive, DFCC Bank PLC opened its newest fully-fledged branch in Balangoda yesterday, at No: 115, Barnes Ratwatta Mawatha, Balangoda.
The new branch will offer end-to-end financial solutions for all retail and business customers in Balangoda, the largest town in the Ratnapura District. These include project financing, small and medium enterprise (SME) financing and retail banking services such as current and savings accounts, fixed deposits, loans, pawning services, leasing facilities, NRFC/RFC accounts, credit cards and money transfer options via Western Union.
DFCC Bank’s Lanka Money Transfer service, which was launched to provide Sri Lankan migrant workers and their families with a safe and reliable remittance option, will also be available. With its expertise in SME financing, DFCC’s range of SME financing solutions coupled with advisory services will help the business community in Balangoda to grow their businesses. These services are complemented by the online banking facility, a 24/7 call centre and access to over 3,000 ATMs through DFCC’s own and partner ATM networks, which facilitates unlimited withdrawals at
zero cost.
In keeping with its commitment to advance financial inclusion, DFCC is fast growing its footprint across the island to service consumers especially in the rural areas. While focusing on expansion through traditional brick and mortar structures, the bank is also focusing on developing electronic mediums that provide customers with the ease and convenience of experiencing banking while on-the-go. Some of the latest advanced technologies introduced by DFCC include the Supplier Settlement System, Lanka Money Transfer and its most recent addition; Vardhana Virtual Wallet – an innovative mobile payment solution. The bank will continue to ‘Keep Growing’, placing customers at the heart of its business.