SIM card after CMB if heading straight to Arugam Bay
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Airport counters work if you want it done while you wait for bags. In town, Dialog/Mobitel shops are fine in the morning — take your passport. I won't quote a pack price that changes weekly.
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Sewwandi Samarakoon•71 rep7
Bought in Negombo the next morning and had data before the hop toward Arugam Bay. Airport was faster, town was calmer. Both worked.
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Meera Diaz•133 rep3
If you're tired, stay nearer the bus stand / town centre in Arugam Bay and skip chasing a perfect sunset. Pull cash in Colombo, Kandy, or Galle first — cards are a maybe. Locals will tell you if a ticket is counter-only.
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