Sri Lanka eSIM — reviews & details
Sri Lanka 3GB 30Days · 3 GB · 30 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Sri Lanka Mobitel 4G
Traveller reviews
Sofia N.
Spain · Jun 2025
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Appreciate you sharing this, Sofia. Good to hear it did the job, and we're working to make it even better. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – Laura, GotoeSIM Support
Sven H.
Philippines · Jun 2025
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So sorry to hear this, Sven. This isn't the standard we aim for. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. – Mark 💜
Min-jun M.
Singapore · Jun 2025
Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Appreciate you sharing this, Min-jun. Glad it mostly worked for you in Sri Lanka — we're always improving our coverage. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. – Yuki 💜
Katya H.
Brazil · Jun 2025
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Katya. Good to hear it did the job, and we're working to make it even better. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. – Priya, GotoeSIM Support
James H.
Sweden · May 2025
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Five stars from me.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for the kind words, James! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Sri Lanka. – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support
Ethan M.
Thailand · May 2025
Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Appreciate you sharing this, Ethan. Glad it mostly worked for you in Sri Lanka — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Laura, GotoeSIM Support
Chloe H.
Saudi Arabia · May 2025
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Customer support answered my question quickly. Great experience overall.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for sharing, Chloe! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Ingrid 💜
Hugo N.
South Korea · May 2025
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Appreciate you sharing this, Hugo. Good to hear it did the job, and we're working to make it even better. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. – David 💜
Ravi N.
Switzerland · May 2025
Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Ravi. Good to hear it did the job, and we're working to make it even better. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – Diego, GotoeSIM Support
Ravi N.
Netherlands · May 2025
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process in Sri Lanka. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks a lot, Ravi! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. – Anna, GotoeSIM Support
Noah T.
Germany · May 2025
Super easy to set up before I flew out. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Really appreciate this, Noah! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Sri Lanka. — David
Zoe L.
Mexico · May 2025
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for sharing, Zoe! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Sophie 💜
Ji-woo K.
France · May 2025
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Would definitely buy again.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you so much, Ji-woo! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Sri Lanka. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Omar
Arjun G.
Philippines · May 2025
Exactly what I needed for travelling. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for the kind words, Arjun! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Mark, GotoeSIM Support
James C.
Canada · May 2025
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Coverage was strong even outside the city.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for sharing, James! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – David, GotoeSIM Support
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Sri Lanka eSIM cost?
The Sri Lanka 3GB 30Days plan costs $4.49 for 3 GB over 30 days, paid once with no hidden fees.
How do I activate my Sri Lanka eSIM?
Scan the QR code in your phone settings (Cellular/Mobile → Add eSIM) or tap Install in the GotoeSIM app. Install on Wi-Fi before your trip; it activates when you arrive in Sri Lanka.
Will this eSIM work on my phone?
It works on any eSIM-compatible, carrier-unlocked phone — iPhone XS and newer, Google Pixel 3 and newer, and recent Samsung Galaxy models.
Can I keep my regular number?
Yes. The eSIM runs alongside your normal SIM, so you keep your number for calls and texts while using data in Sri Lanka.
Comments & questions
Sofia S. · 2 months ago
Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?
Install on Wi-Fi before you fly, Sofia — it switches on when you land. – James, GotoeSIM Support
Lucas V. · 3 months ago
Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?
Topping up is easy, Lucas! Just add more data to your existing eSIM in the app. — Laura
Katya V. · 4 months ago
How do I check how much data I have left?
Your usage is tracked live in the app, Katya — check My eSIMs anytime. — Grace, GotoeSIM Support
Sven M. · 5 months ago
Does this work on an iPhone 13?
Absolutely, Sven! Any iPhone XS or newer supports it. Scan the QR in Settings › Cellular. – Ken 💜
Haruto F. · 7 months ago
Can I use it in nearby countries too?
This plan covers its listed destination, Haruto — for multiple countries, check our regional plans. — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support
Priya H. · 7 months ago
Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.
It works great on modern Samsung phones, Priya! Add it via SIM manager and you're set. – Ken 💜
Ananya C. · 7 months ago
Is 5G supported or just 4G?
5G is available where covered, Ananya — you'll always get the best speed on offer. — Mark
Ingrid P. · 8 months ago
Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?
Yes Ingrid, hotspot/tethering works fine — share your data to a laptop or tablet anytime. – Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Katya S. · 8 months ago
Which networks does this connect to?
You'll be on top local networks, Katya — full details are on the plan page under Coverage. – Ingrid 💜
Ethan F. · 9 months ago
Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.
So glad it helped, Ethan! We're always here if you need anything. – Sophie, GotoeSIM Support
Fatima B. · 1 year ago
How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?
Your QR code arrives instantly, Fatima — within seconds of payment, by email and in your account. – Anna, GotoeSIM Support
Wei V. · 1 year ago
Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?
Your number stays active for WhatsApp, Wei! The eSIM just handles data. — David, GotoeSIM Support