Tourist SIM & Mobile Data in Sri Lanka: Dialog, Mobitel and eSIM
Sri Lanka mobile data is usually cheap enough that most independent travellers should buy a local SIM or eSIM rather than rely on roaming.
SHORT ANSWER
Sri Lanka mobile data is usually cheap enough that most independent travellers should buy a local SIM or eSIM rather than rely on roaming.
MOBILE DATA
Dialog tourist plans
As checked in August 2026: 20GB Rs 1,399; 30GB Rs 1,799; 50GB Rs 2,450. Tourist SIM/eSIM is sold at the airport and other Dialog locations; passport verification is required.
MOBILE DATA
SLT-Mobitel tourist plans
Current published plans include 15GB for 7 days at Rs 821 and 30GB for 30 days at Rs 1,540. Tourist SIM/eSIM is available at BIA and Mobitel outlets; a foreign passport is required.
MOBILE DATA
What should I choose?
For a normal trip, compare coverage for your route, price and whether you want eSIM. Do not assume any network will have perfect signal everywhere in the hill country or remote areas.
OFFICIAL SOURCES
Current operator information
OFFLINE
Going offline?
Save the Sri Lanka Offline Essentials pack before your train ride or road trip.