Sri Lanka Elderly Allowance 2026: LKR 3,000 Aswesuma Payment Status & Online Check Guide

Under the Aswesuma Welfare Scheme, the Government of Sri Lanka provides a monthly allowance of LKR 3,000 to eligible senior citizens aged 60 and above.

If you want to confirm whether the latest payment has been credited to your bank account or need to check your status online, this guide provides all the necessary instructions.

1. How to Check If Your LKR 3,000 Allowance Is Credited

Aswesuma senior citizen payments are transferred directly into the beneficiaries’ personal state bank accounts.

Methods to Verify Payment:

1. Bank Passbook / ATM: Update your passbook or check the balance via ATM at your nearest People’s Bank, Bank of Ceylon (BOC), or National Savings Bank (NSB) branch.

2. Online Status Inquiry:

   • Visit the official portal: WBB Aswesuma Portal

   • Click on Information Inquiry / Check Status on the homepage.

   • Enter the senior citizen’s National Identity Card (NIC) Number to view the current month’s payment status.

2. Key Benefits & Eligibility Criteria

• Monthly Payment: LKR 3,000 per month for every qualified senior citizen aged 60+.

• Additional Family Support: If a household already receives a regular family Aswesuma grant, this LKR 3,000 elderly allowance is added on top of the base entitlement.

3. What to Do If Payment Is Delayed or Missing

If the allowance has not been credited to your account or if your name is omitted, follow these steps:

1. Verify Bank Details: Visit the Welfare Unit at your local Divisional Secretariat to ensure your bank account number and NIC details are correctly updated in the Welfare Benefits Board (WBB) database.

2. Contact Divisional Secretariat: Speak with your Grama Niladhari or Social Services Officer to check for pending approvals or to submit an appeal.

3. Official Hotline: For direct support and payment inquiries, dial the Welfare Benefits Board hotline at 1924.

Conclusion:

Ensure your bank account details and NIC records are up to date with the Welfare Benefits Board to avoid any interruptions in receiving your monthly LKR 3,000 allowance.