NDB Bank has entered into a strategic partnership with NSUK Education Consultants, a reputed UK-based education consultancy, to further strengthen its Student File proposition, offering a seamless and reliable financial pathway for Sri Lankan students aspiring to study abroad. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was officially signed by Mr. Sanjaya Perera, Senior Vice President – Personal Banking and Customer Experience, and Mr. Zeyan Hameed, Vice President – Retail Banking, representing NDB Bank, and Mr. Prasad Abeykoon, Director of NSUK.
Through this collaboration, NDB aims to simplify the financial process for students pursuing higher education overseas, ensuring a smooth transition from Sri Lanka to leading global universities. The partnership will enable students to conveniently manage tuition payments and other related financial requirements through NDB’s dedicated Student File service, which ensures security, speed, and regulatory compliance when transferring funds abroad.
NSUK Education Consultants brings years of experience and international credibility to this partnership. With its headquarters registered under Companies House and HMRC in the United Kingdom, NSUK specializes in recruiting students to leading UK universities. The consultancy offers personalized guidance to help young Sri Lankans achieve their academic ambitions, providing end-to-end support from university selection and application processing to visa guidance and settlement assistance.
Commenting on the partnership, Mr. Sanjaya Perera, Senior Vice President – Personal Banking and Customer Experience at NDB, stated, “At NDB, we are deeply committed to supporting Sri Lankan students as they embark on their higher education journeys abroad. Our Student File proposition is designed to make overseas education more accessible and stress-free, offering trusted financial support every step of the way. Partnering with experienced and globally recognized institutions like NSUK strengthens our ability to deliver a truly seamless banking experience that aligns with the aspirations of our next generation.”
Also sharing his thoughts, Mr. Prasad Abeykoon, Director of NSUK, noted, “We are proud to join hands with NDB Bank in empowering Sri Lankan students with the right financial and educational guidance. This collaboration allows us to combine our expertise in international education with NDB’s strong financial foundation, ensuring that students and parents experience a smooth and reliable process when pursuing studies overseas.”
This partnership further reinforces NDB Bank’s vision of being a trusted financial partner for every stage of a customer’s life journey, from education to entrepreneurship and beyond. By joining forces with leading global education partners like NSUK, NDB continues to drive financial inclusivity, empower the nation’s youth, and contribute to the long-term development of Sri Lanka’s knowledge economy.
