The strategic collaboration, marked by the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on 25th July 2025, aims to further simplify access to global education by offering a comprehensive suite of financial solutions to students and their families.
The official signing took place at NDB Bank’s Head Office, with Mr. Sanjaya Perera, Senior Vice President – Personal Banking & Customer Experience, and Mr. Vinjaya Jayasinghe, Assistant Vice President – Branch Operations, representing the Bank.
Signing on behalf of Student in Aus Education Consultants were Directors Mr. Charith Ranasinghe and Ms. Shafrina Rizvi.
Through this partnership, aspiring students will gain streamlined access to financial tools essential for studying abroad, including tailored education loans, student file facilities, foreign remittance solutions, and advisory services.
The collaboration is designed to support students at every stage of their overseas education journey—from application and visa processing to international settlement.
NDB Bank’s continued expansion of strategic alliances with reputed education partners reflects its broader vision of making overseas education a seamless, stress-free experience for Sri Lankans.
With Student in Aus Education Consultants offering expert guidance on academic placements and visa procedures, students can now benefit from a truly integrated support system—both academically and financially.
Speaking on the occasion, Sanjaya Perera remarked,
“NDB Bank understands that overseas education is one of the most meaningful investments a family can make.
By partnering with trusted institutions like Student in Aus Education Consultants, we aim to ease the financial planning process and be a part of every student’s success story.
It’s a reflection of our purpose: to be there for all the moments that matter.”
NDB Bank continues to lead with purpose-driven financial services, offering support that goes beyond traditional banking.
This partnership is yet another step in enabling Sri Lankan students to access global opportunities with confidence, backed by the stability and expertise of one of the nation’s most trusted financial institutions.
NDB Bank is the fourth-largest listed commercial bank in Sri Lanka.
The Bank was awarded Domestic Retail Bank of the Year - Sri Lanka and Sri Lanka Domestic Project Finance Bank of the Year by Asian Banking and Finance Magazine (Singapore) Awards 2024, and was named Sri Lanka’s Best Bank for Corporates at the Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2024.
NDB is the parent company of the NDB Group, comprising capital market subsidiary companies, together forming a unique banking and capital market services group.
The Bank is committed to empowering the nation and its people through meaningful financial and advisory services powered by digital banking solutions.