There are more than 210 travel eSIM providers and over 11, 700 prepaid data plans available for Sri Lanka, offering a wide variety of options for travelers.

Are there any unlimited data eSIM plans available for Sri Lanka?

Unlimited data eSIM plans are available for travel to Sri Lanka. The providers offering such plans are Earth Esim, ASIMGO, Yesim and Roamify. All of these plans include tethering where permitted, but speed may be throttled during use – Earth Esim’s speed is capped at about 1 Mbps and ASIMGO’s at roughly 5 Mbps; the other providers do not state a specific cap but mention speed throttling. The price range for unlimited plans varies from as low as $2.99 USD to about $224 USD, with most plans falling between $3 USD and $120 USD. This gives travelers the flexibility to choose a plan that fits their budget while providing an unlimited data allowance for their stay in Sri Lanka.

What are the major mobile networks available for a travel eSIM in Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka's mobile telecommunications sector is served by several major Mobile Network Operators (MNOs), each offering a range of services:

Dialog Axiata PLC (Dialog): The largest mobile operator in Sri Lanka, providing extensive 2G, 3G, 4G, and 5G coverage across the country.
SLT-Mobitel (Mobitel): A subsidiary of Sri Lanka Telecom, offering comprehensive mobile services with a focus on innovation, including 4.5G LTE and exploration of 5G capabilities.
Hutchison Telecommunications Lanka Ltd (Hutch): Following its merger with Etisalat Lanka, Hutch has expanded its network and customer base, focusing on affordable data plans and reliable 4G connectivity.
Airtel Lanka: A subsidiary of India's Bharti Airtel, known for competitive pricing and a focus on mobile data services.

As of now, Sri Lanka does not have Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs). Therefore, most travel eSIMs rely on the infrastructure provided by the major MNOs listed above.

Can I get a travel eSIM with a phone number and SMS for Sri Lanka?

Travel eSIM plans that include a phone number and SMS support are available for Sri Lanka. Providers such as GlobaleSIM, Airalo, EtravelSIM, JamboSim, ESIM.DOG, and Roamify offer these plans, and additional options exist from other operators. The plans cover a range of data caps, from 1 GB to 50 GB, and validity periods from 7 days up to 365 days, with prices starting around $4.00 USD and extending to roughly $110 USD for the largest packages.

Telephony features vary by provider. Airalo’s Ella+ plans use the local Sri Lankan dialing code +94, giving travelers a local number for inbound and outbound calls and SMS. RedEx eSIM also offers a local +94 number. Other providers use foreign dialing codes—+1 (USA/Canada), +44 (UK), +33 (France), or +376 (Andorra)—so the phone number will be international. All listed plans support inbound and outbound voice calls and SMS, though some are limited to outbound only. Travelers should verify that the chosen plan’s dialing code and call/SMS capabilities meet their needs before purchase.

Summarized by AI, Last updated: Oct 5, 2026