Sri Lanka · Telecom, Internet & Apps

Dialog

Sri Lanka's largest mobile network operator, offering wide coverage and prepaid tourist SIM options.

What it helps with

Data right after landingAirport counters.
A Sri Lankan number for appsSMS codes.
Topping upShops or app.

About Dialog

Dialog Axiata is Sri Lanka's leading mobile network operator by market share, providing extensive coverage across the island alongside prepaid tourist SIMs, home broadband and other digital services.

Key Features

Widest National Coverage: The most extensive mobile network footprint in Sri Lanka, including remote and rural areas.
Prepaid Tourist SIMs: Data-and-call prepaid options available for short-term visitors at the airport and retail stores.
Strong 4G/5G Network: Leading data network performance in Colombo with 5G availability in parts of the city.
Digital Ecosystem: Beyond mobile, Dialog offers home broadband, television and other integrated digital services.

How to Get Started

Buy a Dialog SIM card at the airport, a Dialog store, or an authorized retailer.
Choose a prepaid tourist package matching your data and call needs.
Insert the SIM and follow the activation instructions.
Top up as needed through the app, retail points or online.

Before you use it

Sign-up: A Dialog SIM is registered on a passport at official outlets.
Fees: Tourist SIM packs cost only a few dollars and include plenty of data.

English available

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dialog work with a foreign bank card in Sri Lanka?: Not reliably - a foreign card may be declined. Check the notice above, or plan to use a local payment method.
Is Dialog available in English?: Yes, Dialog has an English-language interface.
Do I need a local phone number to use Dialog?: No, an international phone number generally works for Dialog.
Do I need local ID or residency for Dialog?: No, Dialog doesn't require local ID or residency for visitors.
Where can I use Dialog?: iOS · Android · Web
How much does Dialog cost?: Prepaid SIM and tourist packs; prices in rupees