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สินค้าและบริการ

บริการลูกค้า, เครือข่ายและเทคโนโลยี, แพ็กเกจมือถือ, แพ็กเกจเน็ตบ้าน, มือถือและอุปกรณ์อื่น ๆ, แพ็กเกจความบันเทิง, สมาร์ทลีฟวิ่ง, สินค้าและบริการ / แพ็กเกจมือถือ, ย้ายค่ายเบอร์เดิม.

• แพ็กเกจรายเดือน
• มือถือพร้อมแพ็กเกจ
• เปลี่ยนเติมเงินเป็นรายเดือน
• แพ็กเกจเสริมรายเดือน
• ซิมเติมเงิน
• ซิมพม่า ซิมลาว ซิมกัมพูชา
• แพ็กเกจเสริมเติมเงิน

International Service

• GO Travel Roaming Service
• International Call - IDD

บริการเสริม

• ใจดีให้ยืม / ยืมค่าโทร
• จ่ายด้วยเบอร์ทรู
• จ่ายด้วยเบอร์ดีแทค
• True Protech
• dtac Mobile Care
• เพลงรอสาย ทรู
• เพลงรอสาย ดีแทค
• วิดีโอรอสาย ทรู
• วิดีโอรอสาย ดีแทค

สินค้าและบริการ / แพ็กเกจเน็ตบ้าน

• เน็ตบ้านสำหรับลูกค้าปัจจุบัน
• สมัครเน็ตบ้านผ่านเจ้าหน้าที่

อุปกรณ์ Smart Home

แพ็กเกจเสริม.

• เพิ่มความเร็วเน็ตบ้าน
• อุปกรณ์เสริมเพิ่มความเร็ว

ตรวจสอบพื้นที่บริการ

บริการหลังการขาย.

• แจ้งปัญหาการใช้งาน
• ตรวจสอบสถานะการติดตั้ง
• ปรับความเร็วเน็ต
• เช็กความเร็วเน็ต
• บิล & ชำระค่าบริการ

สินค้าและบริการ / มือถือและอุปกรณ์อื่น ๆ

อุปกรณ์เสริม, สินค้าและบริการ / แพ็กเกจความบันเทิง, streaming services.

• TrueVisions Now
• Asian Combo
• Entertainment Combo

สินค้าและบริการ / ไลฟ์สไตล์

นักเรียน นักศึกษา, ศูนย์รวมคูปองสุดคุ้ม, สินค้าและบริการ / สมาร์ทลีฟวิ่ง, แพ็กเกจ true x, สั่งซื้อสินค้า, สั่งซื้อสินค้าออนไลน์ ทรู, สั่งซื้อสินค้าออนไลน์ ดีแทค, วิธีการสั่งซื้อสินค้า, การชำระเงิน, บริการของเรา, สิทธิพิเศษเน็ต + ค่าโทร, ท่องเที่ยว การเดินทาง.

• - แพ็กเกจรายเดือน
• - มือถือพร้อมแพ็กเกจ
• - เปลี่ยนเติมเงินเป็นรายเดือน
• - แพ็กเกจเสริมรายเดือน
• - ซิมเติมเงิน
• - ซิมพม่า ซิมลาว ซิมกัมพูชา
• - แพ็กเกจเสริมเติมเงิน
• - GO Travel Roaming Service
• - International Call - IDD
• - ใจดีให้ยืม / ยืมค่าโทร
• - จ่ายด้วยเบอร์ทรู
• - จ่ายด้วยเบอร์ดีแทค
• - True Protech
• - dtac Mobile Care
• - dtac Safe
• - เพลงรอสาย ทรู
• - เพลงรอสาย ดีแทค
• - วิดีโอรอสาย ทรู
• - วิดีโอรอสาย ดีแทค
• - เน็ตบ้านสำหรับลูกค้าปัจจุบัน
• - สมัครเน็ตบ้านผ่านเจ้าหน้าที่
• - เพิ่มความเร็วเน็ตบ้าน
• - อุปกรณ์เสริมเพิ่มความเร็ว
• - แจ้งปัญหาการใช้งาน
• - ตรวจสอบสถานะการติดตั้ง
• - ปรับความเร็วเน็ต
• - เช็กความเร็วเน็ต
• - บิล & ชำระค่าบริการ
• - TrueVisions Now
• - Asian Combo
• - Entertainment Combo

บิลและการใช้งาน

คำถามพบบ่อย, เครือข่าย ทรู 5g, everyday living tech.

Tourist SIM

Thailand Tourist Infinite SIM

• Unlimited 5G Internet at Max Speed
• Unlimited call to all network in Thailand
• Unlimited WiFi

Thailand Tourist eSIM 2

• widi Unlimited
• call 100 mins all networks

Happy Tourist Infinite SIM

• WiFi Unlimited

Thailand Tourist SIM Card 2

• Unlimited Wifi
• GO Travel SIM (Asia & Australia) ราคา 399 บาท (รวมภาษีมูลค่าเพิ่ม) ได้รับอินเทอร์เน็ตสำหรับใช้ในต่างประเทศเป็นจำนวน 6 GB ระยะเวลาในการใช้งาน 10 วัน
• GO Travel SIM (Worldwide) ราคา 899 บาท (รวมภาษีมูลค่าเพิ่ม) ได้รับอินเทอร์เน็ตสำหรับใช้ในต่างประเทศเป็นจำนวน 6 GB ระยะเวลาในการใช้งาน 15 วัน
• GO Travel SIM (Worldwide) ราคา 1,599 บาท (รวมภาษีมูลค่าเพิ่ม) ได้รับอินเทอร์เน็ตสำหรับใช้ในต่างประเทศเป็นจำนวน 15 GB ระยะเวลาในการใช้งาน 30 วัน
• ผู้ใช้บริการต้องทำการลงทะเบียนซิมก่อนใช้งานทุกครั้ง มิฉะนั้นจะไม่สามารถใช้งานซิมนี้ได้
• สามารถใช้ได้ในประเทศและเครือข่ายที่กำหนดเท่านั้น กรณีไปใช้งานประเทศอื่น ที่ไม่ได้อยู่ในแพ็กเกจที่ระบุจะไม่สามารถใช้งานได้
• GO Travel SIM มีอายุการใช้งาน 60 วัน นับจากวันที่เปิดซิม โดยมีระยะเวลาในการใช้งานอินเทอร์เน็ตตามที่แพ็กเกจหลักกำหนด (*สำหรับ GO Travel eSIM จะถูกเปิดใช้งานทันที หลังจากดำเนินการชำระเงินสำเร็จ โปรดเดินทางไปยังต่างประเทศเพื่อใช้แพ็กเกจโรมมิ่งภายใน 60 วัน)
• แพ็กเกจ data roaming จะเริ่มนับวันใช้งานเมื่อมีการเปิดใช้เน็ตในต่างประเทศครั้งแรก
• ระยะเวลาของแพ็กเกจ นับแบบครบ 24 ชั่วโมง โดยเริ่มนับจากวันและเวลาตามระบุใน SMS แจ้งยืนยันการเริ่มใช้งานแพ็กเกจ (อ้างอิงตามเวลาประเทศไทย) ผู้ใช้บริการต้องใช้งานตามรายการส่งเสริมการขายนี้ภายใน 60 วันนับจากลงทะเบียนเปิดใช้บริการพร้อมทั้งมีการเสียบซิมเพื่อใช้งาน หากพ้นระยะเวลาดังกล่าวแล้ว จะไม่สามารถใช้งานรายการส่งเสริมการขายนี้ได้อีก แต่ยังคงสมัครใช้บริการรายการส่งเสริมการขายอื่นๆ ที่มีจำหน่ายอยู่ในขณะนั้นได้ตามปกติ ทั้งนี้ หากเลขหมายไม่มีการเติมเงินหรือไม่มีการใช้งานต่อเนื่องเกิน 180 วัน บริษัทฯ มีสิทธิระงับการให้บริการในทันที
• แพ็กเกจใดๆที่ใช้ในประเทศไทย ไม่รวมถึงการใช้งานต่างๆที่เกิดขึ้นในต่างประเทศ
• GO Travel SIM (Asia & Australia) ราคา 399 บาท, GO Travel SIM (Worldwide) ราคา 899 บาท และ GO Travel SIM (Worldwide) ราคา 1,599 บาท รับสิทธิ์ใช้งานอินเทอร์เน็ตในประเทศไทยฟรี จำนวน 2GB 30วัน โดยจะนับตั้งแต่เวลาเปิดใช้ซิมครั้งแรกในประเทศไทยก่อนเดินทางเท่านั้น
• ห้ามนำไปใช้เพื่อการแสวงหากำไรในรูปแบบต่าง ๆ ที่ขัดต่อกฎหมาย และรวมถึงการนำไปใช้เพื่อให้บริการ Voice over IP (VoIP) ต่าง ๆ หากปรากฏข้อเท็จจริงว่ามีการนำไปแสวงหาผลประโยชน์ทางธุรกิจ หรือการติดต่อสื่อสารกับบุคคลภายนอกในเชิงการค้า หรือเข้าสู่บริการอินเทอร์เน็ตซึ่งมีลักษณะที่ขัดต่อกฎหมาย หรือขัดต่อความสงบเรียบร้อย และศีลธรรมอันดีต่อประชาชน ผู้ให้บริการขอสงวนสิทธิ์ในการระงับหรือยกเลิกการให้บริการ และยกเลิกสิทธิ์พิเศษตามรายการส่งเสริมการขายนี้ โดยผู้ให้บริการจะระงับการใช้งานของเลขหมายที่ถูกใช้ผิดเงื่อนไขทันที
• ผู้ให้บริการสงวนสิทธิที่จะเปลี่ยนแปลงรายการส่งเสริมการขายรวมทั้งเงื่อนไขและข้อกำหนด (term and condition) ในการให้บริการโดยไม่จำเป็นต้องบอกกล่าวล่วงหน้า การเปลี่ยนแปลงดังกล่าว ถือว่าผู้ใช้บริการรับทราบและยอมรับแล้วเมื่อได้มีการแจ้งผ่านทางหน้าเว็บไซต์ของผู้ให้บริการหรือมีการแจ้งแก่ผู้ใช้บริการผ่านทางช่องทางอื่นใด
• ผู้ใช้บริการยินยอมให้ผู้ให้บริการสามารถเข้าถึงและทำการประมวลผลข้อมูลส่วนบุคคลของผู้ใช้บริการที่บันทึกและจัดเก็บอยู่ในบัตรประจำตัวประชาชนแบบอเนกประสงค์ (smart card) และข้อมูลส่วนบุคคลอื่นใดของผู้ใช้บริการที่ได้มอบให้ไว้ เพื่อใช้เท่าที่จำเป็นเพื่อประโยชน์ในการดำเนินกิจการโทรคมนาคม การส่งเสริมการขายและบริการเสริมอื่นใด รวมถึงยินยอมให้ผู้ให้บริการ [หรือบริษัทฯ] สามารถเปิดเผย ส่ง และ/หรือโอนข้อมูลส่วนบุคคลของผู้ใช้บริการให้แก่บุคคลภายนอกไม่ว่าในประเทศหรือต่างประเทศ เพื่อวัตถุประสงค์ดังกล่าวได้
• บริษัทฯ ขอสงวนลิขสิทธิ์ในการเปลี่ยนแปลงเงื่อนไขโดยไม่ต้องแจ้งให้ทราบล่วงหน้า

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Terms and conditions of tourist sim.

Thailand Tourist Infinite SIM 8 Days 449 Baht

This service is for individual users who buy prepaid 8 days Thailand Tourist Infinite SIM cards from TrueMove H Universal Communication Co.,Ltd. (“TrueMove H”) called “Company”, this service is applicable to user who use device that support 5G|4G service is a designated frequency that is provided by the Company. The service is available from now December 31st, 2022 or until further announcement. Those who are interested in prepaid 8 days Thailand Infinite SIM card shall;

• 8 days unlimited 5G|4G/3G/EDGE/GPRS according to Fair Usage Policy of Real Move. User is eligible for internet package 5G|4G|3G|EDGE|GPRS with maximum speed up to 1,000 Mbps for 5G users, 100 Mbps for 4G users, and 42 Mbps for 3G users.
• Unlimited WiFi access to .@ TRUEWIFI or .@ truemoveH, valid for 8 days.
• Unlimited 14 social apps (no data charges) for 8 days.
• Unlimited Call to all networks for 15 days
• 100 Baht call credit for for local call, international call, SMS and MMS
• Charging Rates for out of bundle services:
• For every top up at 10,20,50,90,150 and 300 baht, users will receive 30 days validity. Top up at 90 baht, users will receive 50 days validity. Top up at 1,000 baht users will receive 100 days validity. The maximum validity is 90 days, and maximum credit allowed is 20,000 baht.
• User can use TrueMove H mobile number for username and receive password by USSD, press *871*4# (Free of charge) or other channels that are defined by Real Move.
• In case of forget password, user can contact truemove H 1242 or press *871*4# (Free of charge) or other channels that are defined by Real Move.
• Fill in TrueMove H number and password in login page on internet browser, and connect WiFi (SSID) “.@TRUEWIFI”
• Auto Login by using username and password for the first time login, user must only connect WiFi (SSID) “ .@truemoveH”.
• The system will log out automatically when the user is not online for 10 minutes.
• Concurrently connecting WiFi will allow 1 user per 1 time.
• Please refer to terms and rates of international call using 006 or 00600 dialing code from  http://truemoveh.truecorp.co.th/international_service/international_call?ln=en
• Other privileges or rights that are not stated in this term & conditions cannot redeem, change, or return in cash or other privilege, and also cannot transfer to third person/party.
• Using the promotion or package for own individual communication with good faith according to the regular tradition for natural persons only, not using the service for commercial purpose or related to commercial purpose.
• Not adjust or develop technology/network/system by using third party service or equipment for the purpose of connecting the providing network. Including both direct and indirect acts that may lead to immorality or corruption or injustice to the Company or any other persons. Moreover, users must not damage or disturb networks that can cause inefficient networks or any part that affects company service ability.
• The company reserves the right to change, amend, stop or cancel without prior notice if have any conflict with terms conditions, policy, government’s rule & regulations that related to this term & condition
• Unless expressly stated otherwise Company reserves the right to change, amend, stop or cancel term & condition as appropriate, will notice at least 30 days through channels that the Company deems appropriate.
• For more information, please contact TrueMove H Care 1242 or https://www.truemoveh-thailandsim.com/

Thailand Tourist Infinite SIM 15 Days 699 Baht

This service is for individual users who buy prepaid 15 days Thailand Tourist Infinite SIM cards from TrueMove H Universal Communication Co.,Ltd. (“TrueMove H”) called “Company”, this service is applicable to user who use device that support 5G|4G service is a designated frequency that is provided by the Company. The service is available from now December 31st, 2022 or until further announcement. Those who are interested in prepaid 15 days Thailand Infinite SIM card shall;

• 15 days unlimited 5G|4G/3G/EDGE/GPRS according to Fair Usage Policy of Real Move. User is eligible for internet package 5G|4G|3G|EDGE|GPRS with maximum speed up to 1,000Mbps for 5G users, 100 Mbps for 4G users, and 42 Mbps for 3G users.
• Unlimited WiFi access to .@ TRUEWIFI or .@ truemoveH, valid for 15 days.
• Unlimited 14 social apps (no data charges) for 15 days
• Fill in TrueMove H number and password in login page on internet browser, and connect Wi-Fi (SSID) “.@TRUEWIFI”
• Please refer to terms and rates of international call using 006 or 00600 dialing code from http://truemoveh.truecorp.co.th/international_service/international_call?ln=en

Thailand Tourist Infinite SIM 30 Days 1,199 Baht

This service is for individual users who buy prepaid 30 days Thailand Tourist Infinite SIM cards from TrueMove H Universal Communication Co.,Ltd. (“TrueMove H”) called “Company”, this service is applicable to user who use device that support 5G|4G service is a designated frequency that is provided by the Company. The service is available from now December 31st, 2022 or until further announcement. Those who are interested in prepaid 8 days Thailand Infinite SIM card shall;

• 30 days unlimited 5G|4G/3G/EDGE/GPRS according to Fair Usage Policy of Real Move. User is eligible for internet package 5G|4G|3G|EDGE|GPRS with maximum speed up to 1,000Mbps for 5G users, 100 Mbps for 4G users, and 42 Mbps for 3G users.
• Unlimited WiFi access to .@ TRUEWIFI or .@ truemoveH, valid for 30 days.
• Unlimited 14 social apps (no data charges) for 30 days.
• Unlimited Call to all networks for 30 days

Happy Tourist Infinite SIM 8 Days 449 Baht

"dtac HAPPY Tourist INFINITE SIM 8 days package - 449 baht" is applicable for existing dtac prepaid customers, available from June 30, 2023 – December 31, 2024. or until further announcement

• Package 8 days unlimited 5G|4G/3G/EDGE/GPRS internet with maximum speed up to 1,000 Mbps for 5G users, 100 Mbps for 4G users, and 42 Mbps for 3G users.
• Unlimited dtac WiFi for 8 days.
• Unlimited local calls to all networks for 8 days (15 min/call)
• Free 100 baht calling credit for local call to all network for 8 days
• Free credit 15 baht for local call, international call, SMS ,iSMS, MMS and iMMS
• Special rate for International call via 00400, Starting 1 baht / min (7% VAT excluded). Call charges are as specified by the company. please refer to http://dtac.co.th/s/serv

Happy Tourist Infinite SIM 15 Days 699 Baht

"dtac HAPPY Tourist INFINITE SIM 15 days package - 699 baht" is applicable for existing dtac prepaid customers, available from June 30, 2023 – December 31, 2024. or until further announcement.

• Package 15 days unlimited 5G|4G/3G/EDGE/GPRS internet with maximum speed up to 1,000 Mbps for 5G users, 100 Mbps for 4G users, and 42 Mbps for 3G users.
• Unlimited dtac WiFi for 15 days.
• Unlimited local calls to all networks for 15 days (15 min/ call)
• Free 100 baht calling credit for local call to all network for 15 days

Happy Tourist Infinite SIM 30 Days 1,199 Baht

"dtac HAPPY Tourist INFINITE SIM 30 days package-1,199 baht" is applicable for existing dtac prepaid customers, available from June 30, 2023 - December 31, 2024. or until further announcement.

• Package 30 days unlimited 5G|4G/3G/EDGE/GPRS internet with maximum speed up to 1,000 Mbps for 5G users, 100 Mbps for 4G users, and 42 Mbps for 3G users.
• Unlimited dtac WiFi for 30 days.
• Unlimited local calls to all networks for 30 days (15 min/ call)
• Free 100 baht calling credit for local call to all network for 30 days

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เพื่อการใช้งานต่อเนื่องไม่สะดุด, เพื่อป้องกันค่าใช้จ่ายส่วนเกินกรณีอยู่ต่างประเทศ.

• ขณะอยู่ในประเทศไทย เมื่อลูกค้าสมัครแพ็กเกจโรมมิ่ง ระบบจะเปิดบริการข้ามแดนให้อัตโนมัติ
• ขณะอยู่ต่างประเทศ สำคัญ! ลูกค้าจะต้องดำเนินการเปิดบริการ ข้ามแดนอัตโนมัติในประเทศไทยก่อน มิเช่นนั้นจะไม่สามารถเปิดใช้บริการข้ามแดนอัตโนมัติ และสมัครแพ็กเกจโรมมิ่งขณะอยู่ในต่างประเทศได้
• หน้าหลักแอป True iService
• รูปหน้า Profile
• จัดการบริการโรมมิ่ง
• เปิดใช้งานโรมมิ่ง
• หน้าหลัก dtac app
• อื่นๆ และการตั้งค่า
• ตั้งค่าบริการระหว่างประเทศ
• เปิดใช้งานบริการข้ามแดนอัตโนมัต (IR)
• รายเดือนและเติมเงิน : กด *112*1# โทรออก(ฟรี)
• รายเดือน : กด *124# โทรออก(ฟรี)
• เติมเงิน : กด *118# โทรออก(ฟรี)
• True Call Center 1242
• dtac Call Center 1678
• วิธีแก้ไขหากไม่สามารถจับสัญญาณเครือข่ายได้อัตโนมัติ คลิก
• วิธีแก้ไขกรณีจับสัญญาณเครือข่ายได้แล้ว แต่ไม่สามารถเล่นเน็ตได้ คลิก

• รับสาย รับสายได้ตามปกติ อัตราค่าบริการขึ้นอยู่กับเครือข่ายที่ใช้งาน
• รับ SMS / MMS (ฟรี)
• ยกเลิกการโอนสายอัตโนมัติ
• ควรเปิดใช้งานคู่กับ airplane mode เพื่อป้องกันไม่ให้ เกิดค่าบริการโทรออก-รับสายในต่างประเทศ (ตามอัตรา roaming ในประเทศนั้นๆ)
• Wifi calling | VoWiFi (ตั้งค่าบนเมนูตัวเครื่องโดยไม่ต้อง ดาวน์โหลดติดตั้ง app) https://www.dtac.co.th/network/wifi-calling.html

• แท็ป “บิล & ใช้งาน”
• ข้อมูลการใช้งานโรมมิ่ง

• หน้าหลักแอป dtac app
• ข้อมูลการใช้งาน
• บริการต่างประเทศ

• เลือก Setting (ตั้งค่า)
• เลือก Carrier (ผู้ให้บริการ)
• ปิด Automatic และเลือกเครือข่าย ที่ให้บริการในแต่ละแพ็ก ตรวจสอบเครือข่ายที่รองรับ คลิก
• ใช้งานได้ทันที

• เลือก Setting (ตั้งค่า) และเลือก Connections (การเชื่อมต่อ)
• เลือก Mobile Networks (เครือข่ายมือถือ)
• เลือก Network Operators (ผู้ให้บริการเครือข่าย)
• เลือก Search Networks (ค้นหาเครือข่าย) และ เลือกเครือข่ายที่ให้บริการในแต่ละแพ็ก ตรวจสอบเครือข่ายที่รองรับ คลิก
• เปิดเครื่องแล้วเข้าเมนู Setting (ตั้งค่า)
• Cellular (เซลลูลาร์)
• Cellular Data On (เปิดข้อมูลเซลลูลาร์)
• Cellular Data Options(ตัวเลือกข้อมูลเซลลูลาร์)
• Data RoamingOn (เปิดดาต้าโรมมิ่ง)
• เลือก Search Networks (ค้นหาเครือข่าย) และ เลือกเครือข่ายที่ให้บริการใน แต่ละแพ็ก

Where to Buy Tourist SIM in Thailand

How do I check balance and validity for the SIM?

Press *123#

What will happen after package data periods ends?

The use of extra data will be charged at 1.5 Baht/MB. You can press *900*1756# to subscribe to NON-STOP Internet with max 4G speed at 3GB 8 days 150 Baht (VAT included).

How can I top up/recharge my SIM card?

Visit True Shop, 7-Eleven and many other selected top-up points in Thailand, Tell staff your top up amount whether for 20 Baht / 50 Baht / 100 Baht / 300 Baht, Tell your phone number. Check your phone number*833#

How do I contact someone if I have a problem?

Simply dial 1242 to reach True Move call center

Which SIM card is appropriate for 5 to 7-days trip?

Thailand Tourist Infinite SIM 8 days 449 THB

Is Thailand Tourist Infinite SIM card compatible with iphone and Android?

Yes, Thailand Tourist Infinite SIM card is able to work with every phone model.

Why does sometimes call credit run out?

There are 2 reasons of call credit running out; 1. Either local call to non-dtac number or international calls are made. 2. Data is used without data package.You can apply package and top up.

What is Call Credit?

Call credit is the amount of money as your package value which can be used to buy package and make calls both of local call and international call.

Where to top up call credit ?

You can top up your credit by

• cash card available at convenience stores nationwide
• top -up service at cashier counter of convenience stores nationwide
• Online top-up via credit/debit card/Alipay/WeChat pay via click

How to check balance and data?

Press *101*1*9 or click

Happy Tourist Infinite SIM 8 days 449 THB

Is Happy Tourist Infinite SIM card compatible with iphone and Android?

Yes, Happy Tourist Infinite SIM card is able to work with every phone model.

There are 2 reasons of call credit running out; 1. Either local call to non-dtac number or international calls are made. 2. Data is used without data package.You can apply package and top up at click

Where can I contact when I have a connection problem or other problems?

You can call below number ask for help:

• dtac call center : 1678
• dtac Chinese call center: *800

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DTAC SIM Cards and eSIM: Detailed Guides for Tourists 2024

Staying connected in Thailand is easy with a DTAC SIM card or eSIM! This guide is specifically designed for tourists like you, visiting the beautiful Land of Smiles in 2024. We’ll break down everything you need to know about DTAC’s prepaid options, including data plans, voice calls, and how to choose between a traditional SIM card and a convenient eSIM. With clear explanations and pricing details, you’ll be surfing the web, sharing photos, and making calls with confidence throughout your Thai adventure. Let’s dive in and find the perfect DTAC connection for you!

Table of Contents

I. what is dtac.

DTAC, or Total Access Communication Public Company Limited, is one of Thailand’s leading mobile network operators. It was founded in 1989 and is a subsidiary of the Telenor Group, a telecommunications company based in Norway.

Update:  A corporate merger between True Corporation and DTAC, Thailand's second- and third–largest mobile network operators, has been in progress since its first public announcement on 22 November 2021.

Some details statistics about dtac:

• Total subscribers/connections between the duopoly of AIS and TRUE/DTAC was 95.823.700 out of 97.358.700 total connections in the market in Q3 2023.
• After the merge, TRUE increased its market share to more than half the market with 52.77% in 2023.

II. DTAC Mobile Operator Services

DTAC provides a wide range of mobile communication services to its customers. These services include:

• Voice services: DTAC offers various voice services, including local and international voice calls, conference calls, and voice messaging.
• Data services: DTAC provides high-speed mobile data services to its customers, including 3G, and 4G/LTE connectivity. The company also offers various data packages, including unlimited and add-on data plans.
• Messaging services: DTAC offers both SMS and MMS messaging services, allowing customers to send text messages, pictures, and videos to other DTAC customers or to customers on other networks.
• Roaming services: DTAC offers international roaming services, allowing customers to use their DTAC mobile services when traveling abroad. The company has partnerships with over 200 mobile network operators in over 100 countries worldwide.
• Business services: DTAC provides various mobile services to businesses, including mobile data and voice solutions, machine-to-machine (M2M) communication services, and mobile device management (MDM) solutions.

III. DTAC Coverage in Thailand

DTAC has comprehensive network coverage nationwide. The company operates on 4G/LTE networks and is currently working on rolling out its 5G network in Thailand.

DTAC’s network coverage covers over 90% of Thailand’s population, covering all 77 provinces. The company has invested heavily in expanding its network infrastructure to provide customers with high-quality, reliable mobile services.

DTAC’s network coverage is complemented by its extensive network of retail stores and service centers across Thailand. The company has more than 7,000 retail stores and service centers, making it easy for customers to access its services and support anywhere in the country.

IV. Top DTAC SIM Cards for Tourists

DTAC offers special SIM plans for tourists with the same benefits and different data and prices. You can check out detailed prices and description here: https://www.dtac.co.th/en/prepaid/products/tourist-sim.html

10-day Unlimited Internet 30GB at Max Speed (349 Baht):

• Unlimited internet 50GB at 4G/5G max speed
• Free 15-baht call credit
• Free 100 mins for calls in Thailand and Free 30 mins for calls to China, HongKong, Macau, Taiwan, India, South Korea and Vietnam
• Unlimited calls among dtac network
• Special international call rate via 00400
• Free 5 chat apps usage

15-day Unlimited Internet 30GB at Max Speed (599 Baht):

• Free 5 chat apps usage for 15 days

8-day Unlimited Internet 15GB at Max Speed (299 Baht):

• Unlimited internet 15GB at 4G/5G max speed
• Free 15-baht call credit + 100-baht for calling to other networks in Thailand

Pay-As-You-Go (49 Baht)

• Free 5 chat apps usage for 1 day

Besides, recently dtac also offers various TRUE unlimited data and long validity plans. You can refer to some plans below:

• dtac Happy Infinite SIM – 8-days Unlimited Internet & Call (449 baht)
• dtac Happy Infinite SIM – 15-days Unlimited Internet & Call (699 baht)
• dtac Happy Infinite SIM – 30-days Unlimited Internet & Call (1199 baht)

Both 3 SIM plans above include same benefits as below:

• Unlimited 5G at MAX SPEED
• Unlimited call to all Thai networks
• Unlimited dtac wifi
• Free 15-baht credit

*Prices updated in May 2024

V. Top DTAC eSIM for Tourists

Discover top most popular DTAC eSIMs for tourists:

*Prices updated in 2024

1. SIM Kongkrapan

Pay once and enjoy months of smooth communication with unlimited data and free calls, starting at only 113 baht/month. 

Kongkrapan SIM 15 Mbps (540 THB)

• Validity: 3 months
• Unlimited data 15 Mbps with no speed drop.
• Free call to all networks (60 min/month).

Kongkrapan SIM 15 Mbps (940 THB)

• Validity: 6 months

Kongkrapan SIM 15 Mbps (1600 THB)

• Validity: 12 months
• Free call to DTAC numbers 24 hours (15 mins/call)

Tips: Kongkrapan plans are the best option for those who are on business trips within 3-12 months. 

2. Dtac Gaming SIM

Don’t miss it if you’re a real gamer! Surf unlimited data while earning cashback and a game top-up code valued at 4,100 baht.

Gaming SIM 30-day (399 THB)

• Validity: 30 days
• Unlimited data at maximum speed 100 Mbps internet lane.
• 50% cashback bonus for every ‘Pay via dtac’, up to 299 THB/month (billing cut-off every 1st each month).
• Free 50 THB Gaming Nation voucher. 

Gaming SIM 12-month (2549 THB)

• Free 50 THB Gaming Nation voucher, up to 12 codes. 

Tips: If you’re a big gaming fan, it will be the best-valued option for you. 

3. Tourist eSIM

eSIM for short day trips is the best SIM option for tourists. DTAC offers Happy Tourist eSIM with 2 plans:

Happy Tourist 299 eSIM 

• Price: 299 THB
• Validity: 8 days
• 15GB at max speed.
• 15 Baht free call credit.
• Unlimited calls among the DTAC network.
• Free 5 chat apps usage for 8 days

Happy Tourist 599 eSIM 

• Price: 599 THB
• Validity: 15 days
• 30GB at max speed.

Tips: Happy Tourist will be the most suitable plan for most travelers. If you are planning to visit Thailand in a few days, it’s highly recommended to choose Happy Tourist eSIM from DTAC. 

4. dtac eSIM from Thailandesim.com

Besides dtac eSIM directly from mobile operator, you can choose Thailand eSIM providers like thailandesim.com. When buying from them, you can have:

• Various data and validity
• Reasonable prices
• Accessible customer support
• Unlimited data and calls plans are available

Refer some dtac Thailand eSIM plans here:

VI. How Much Does DTAC SIM Cards Cost?

DTAC offers a variety of SIM cards with different pricing and plans to cater to different customer needs. Here is an overview of the cost of DTAC SIM cards:

• Prepaid SIM Cards: DTAC offers prepaid SIM cards with different pricing options, from as low as 49 baht (approximately $1.50) to as high as 599 baht (approximately $19). These SIM cards come with different data and voice plans, ranging from basic to unlimited.
• Postpaid SIM Cards: DTAC offers postpaid SIM cards with different pricing plans, from 299 baht (approximately $9.50) to 2,499 baht (approximately $80) monthly. Depending on the customer’s needs, these plans come with different data and voice allowances.
• Tourist SIM Cards: DTAC also offers tourist SIM cards for visitors to Thailand, with prices ranging from 299 baht (approximately $9.50) to 599 baht (approximately $19). These SIM cards come with different data, voice plans, and value-added services, such as airport pickup and delivery.
• Data-Only SIM Cards: DTAC also offers data-only SIM cards for customers requiring mobile data services. These SIM cards come with different data plans, ranging from 1 GB to 60 GB, with prices starting from 99 baht (approximately $3) to 999 baht (approximately $32).
• DTAC eSIM: eSIM has more varied prices because the eSIM data plans are often customized with various data and prices by the eSIM providers. The DTAC eSIM prices will be between 99 baht to 599 baht. For long-term usage, it can be up to 2500 baht and more.

Note: It’s important to note that prices and plans may vary depending on the current promotions and offers from DTAC. Customers can visit DTAC’s website or retail stores for the latest pricing and plan information.

VII. Calls and SMS Rate of DTAC in Thailand

DTAC’s calls and SMS rates are often based on your SIM plans. The rates often are among the following:

VIII. DTAC Roaming Rates

You can check the detailed roaming charges at: https://www.dtac.co.th/en/ir

The service provider would like to adjust service fee rates when roaming in the following destinations:

• Faroe Islands: call receiving rate from 29 Baht/Minute to 38 Baht/Minute
• Indonesia: call receiving rate from 36 Baht/Minute to 38 Baht/Minute
• Japan: call receiving rate from 25 Baht/Minute to 38 Baht/Minute
• Laos: call to Thailand rate from 31 Baht/Minute to 38 Baht/Minute and call receiving rate from 26 Baht/Minute to 38 Baht/Minute
• Malaysia: call receiving rate from 28 Baht/Minute to 38 Baht/Minute
• Myanmar: call to Thailand rate from 30 Baht/Minute to 38 Baht/Minute and call receiving rate from 30 Baht/Minute to 38 Baht/Minute
• Norway: call receiving rate from 27 Baht/Minute to 38 Baht/Minute
• Philippines: call receiving rate from 37 Baht/Minute to 38 Baht/Minute

IX. How to Top up Your DTAC SIM

There are several ways to top up your DTAC SIM card in Thailand. Here are some of the most common methods:

• DTAC top-up cards: DTAC top-up cards are available at most retail stores and service centers in Thailand. Customers can scratch off the silver panel on the card to reveal a unique code, which they can enter into their phone to add credit to their DTAC account. To top up your DTAC SIM card, dial *101*VoucherCode# . For example, if your voucher code is 123456789, you would dial *101*123456789# .
• Online top-up: Customers can also top up their DTAC SIM card online through the company’s website or mobile app. This option requires a credit or debit card and allows customers to top up their accounts from anywhere.
• Mobile banking: Customers can also use mobile banking services offered by their bank to top up their DTAC account. This option requires a registered bank account and may incur additional fees.
• ATMs: Some ATMs in Thailand allow customers to top up their DTAC accounts. Customers can select the DTAC top-up option and enter their phone number to add credit to their account.
• Convenience stores: Many convenience stores in Thailand, such as 7-Eleven and Family Mart, offer top-up services for DTAC SIM cards. Customers can provide their phone number and the amount they wish to top up to the store clerk, who will then add credit to their account.

It’s important to note that some top-up methods may require additional fees or have minimum and maximum top-up amounts. Customers should check with their service provider or the top-up vendor for more information on fees and restrictions.

The following (online) Dtac top-ups are available:

X. How to Check DTAC Balance – All DTAC USSD Codes that You Need to Know

Here are the instructions on how to check DTAC balance usage and other USSD codes when using DTAC services:

XI. Where to Buy DTAC SIM Card and eSIM?

As a traveler to Thailand, you will have many ways to purchase a DTAC eSIM or SIM card to stay connected during the trip. 

1. Where to Buy DTAC SIM Card?

DTAC SIM cards can be purchased at various locations in Thailand, including:

• DTAC retail stores: DTAC has over 7,000 retail stores and service centers across Thailand, where customers can purchase DTAC SIM cards and other mobile services.
• Bangkok – Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
• Chiang Rai – Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI)
• Don Mueang – Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
• Phuket – Phuket International Airport (HKT)
• Samui – Samui Airport (USM)
• Convenience stores: DTAC SIM cards can be found at most convenience stores in Thailand, such as 7-Eleven, Family Mart, and Tesco Lotus Express.
• Online: Customers can purchase DTAC SIM cards through the company’s website or third-party e-commerce platforms, such as Lazada and Shopee.
• When purchasing a DTAC SIM card, customers must provide identification, such as a passport or national ID card, to register the SIM card.
• Some promotional SIM cards may have specific activation requirements, such as activating the SIM card within a certain timeframe or using a specific code to activate the SIM card.

2. Where to Buy DTAC eSIM?

DTAC eSIMs can be purchased through several channels, including:

• DTAC website: You can purchase a DTAC eSIM through the DTAC website by following the instructions on their eSIM page.
• DTAC stores: DTAC eSIMs are available at DTAC stores. You can find the nearest store by visiting the DTAC website or using their mobile app.
• Online marketplaces: Some online marketplaces in Thailand sell DTAC eSIMs, such as Lazada or Shopee.
• Airport counters: If you are arriving in Thailand by air, you can purchase a DTAC eSIM at the DTAC counter at the airport.
• eSIM providers: Many eSIM providers offer Thailand DTAC eSIM with many customized options and reasonable prices. You can refer to ThailandeSIM, one of the best Thailand eSIM providers , which offers various eSIM plans under DTAC network coverage.

XII. DTAC vs Other Thailand Mobile Operators

Based on the November 2023 Opensignal report , DTAC comes in second place behind AIS in several key mobile network experience categories for Thailand:

• 5G Availability: AIS dominates, but DTAC doesn’t fare badly.
• Download Speed Experience: AIS takes the crown, with DTAC likely trailing behind.
• Upload Speed Experience: AIS boasts the lead, with DTAC likely offering slower upload speeds.

However, DTAC does snag a win for:

• Video Experience: DTAC provides the best video streaming experience, meaning you might experience fewer buffering interruptions and higher quality video with DTAC.

XII. DTAC SIM Card Alternatives for Tourists

In addition to DTAC SIM cards, other SIM card alternatives are available for tourists visiting Thailand. Here are some popular options:

• AIS SIM Card: AIS (Advanced Info Service) is another popular mobile operator in Thailand, offering tourists a range of SIM card options. Their SIM cards can be purchased at airports, convenience stores, and online, and they offer a variety of data plans to suit different needs and budgets.
• TrueMove H SIM Card: TrueMove H is a mobile operator in Thailand that offers SIM cards for tourists, with options for prepaid and postpaid plans. Their SIM cards can be purchased at airports, convenience stores, and online, and they offer a range of data plans to suit different needs.
• 7-Eleven SIM Card: Convenience store chain 7-Eleven offers its own SIM card for tourists visiting Thailand. The SIM card can be purchased at any 7-Eleven store and offers various data plans, with the option to top up credit in-store or online.
• Different SIM card providers may offer different coverage and network quality, so it’s worth researching and comparing different options before deciding.
• Some providers may require proof of identification to purchase a SIM card, so be sure to bring a valid ID when shopping for a SIM card in Thailand.

While DTAC SIM cards are a popular option for tourists visiting Thailand, other alternatives exist, including eSIMs. Here are some reasons why eSIMs can be a great alternative for tourists in Thailand:

• Convenience: With an eSIM, there is no need to physically insert a SIM card into your phone or worry about losing it.
• Flexibility: Unlike traditional SIM cards tied to a specific carrier or plan, eSIMs allow you to switch carriers or plans more easily.
• Coverage: With an eSIM, you can access multiple networks and carriers, improving your coverage and connectivity in areas with weaker signals.
• Environmentally friendly: Using an eSIM can also be more environmentally friendly, as it eliminates the need for physical SIM cards, which can contribute to e-waste.

Not all devices are compatible with eSIMs, so it’s important to check with your device manufacturer or service provider before purchasing an eSIM.

Check out eSIM compatible device list . 

XIV. Final Words

In conclusion, the emergence of eSIM technology has significantly impacted the telecommunications industry, particularly in mobile network services. DTAC, one of Thailand’s leading mobile network providers, has embraced eSIM technology and is offering its customers the convenience of having a digital SIM card rather than a physical one.

While traditional SIM cards have been around for decades and have served us well, the advent of eSIM technology presents numerous advantages, including greater flexibility, convenience, and security. As technology continues to evolve, eSIM technology will likely become more prevalent, and more mobile network providers will follow DTAC’s lead in offering this option to their customers.

What does DTAC stand for?

DTAC stands for “Total Access Communication Public Company Limited.”

What types of SIM cards does DTAC offer?

DTAC offers physical SIM cards in various sizes (standard, micro, nano) and eSIMs for compatible devices.

Where can I purchase a DTAC SIM card?

DTAC SIM cards can be purchased at convenience stores, airports, and DTAC stores.

Can I extend the validity of my DTAC SIM card?

Yes, you can extend the validity of your DTAC SIM card by topping up with a certain amount of credit.

Does dtac have eSIM plans?

Yes. You can buy dtac eSIM plans from mobile operators and many other Thailand eSIM providers like thailandesim.com

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5 Reasons Why dtac Happy Tourist SIM Card Is the Best Tourist SIM in Thailand

Let’s face the need for a tourist SIM in Thailand. It’s true that most accommodations and cafés in Thailand offer free Wi-Fi, but being able to connect anywhere, anytime makes traveling even more fun and fuss-free. We believe dtac Happy Tourist SIM Card is the best tourist SIM in Thailand for many practical reasons. 

1. dtac Happy Tourist SIM Card makes everything easy from the get-go

Just landed and feeling lost already? No worries. You can get your Happy Tourist SIM Card at your airport of choice. Currently, the Happy Tourist SIM cards are available at Suvarnabhumi International Airport, Don Mueang International Airport, Phuket International Airport, Samui International Airport, Krabi International Airport and U-Tapao International Airport.

If you’ll be arriving at Suvarnabhumi Airport, it’s even easier. Buy the Happy Tourist SIM online and pick it up right away at the airport. 

With that, you can skip public transportation queues and avoid scams. Uber, Grab and other door-to-door airport transfers are at your fingertips. 

2. The best tourist SIM in Thailand should let you stay connected even in some remote places

The Happy Tourist SIM Card provides incredible coverage all over Thailand. Travelers’ reviews reveal that it works even on islands. Now you can chat your loved ones anytime and start a live or story on how you’re chilling on one of the pristine islands around Koh Samui.

3. dtac Happy Tourist SIM Card will make you a happy traveler 24/7

It’s frustrating when you can’t find the way to the extraordinary street food restaurant in Michelin Guide Thailand or have to negotiate with Tuk Tuk and taxi drivers, right? With a reliable tourist SIM card, you can always use Google Maps, Google Translate and all the useful apps.

Thanks to unlimited internet with the maximum speed of up to 2.5 GB, you can surf the net and enjoy your favorite videos and songs even when you’re stuck in Bangkok ’s notorious traffic.

Most importantly, you can always look up travel information on the internet and contact your TakeMeTour Local Expert, Airbnb Host or anyone for the smoothest travel experience.

4. dtac speaks English with you

Need help? Besides the English instruction that comes with dtac Happy Tourist SIM Card, their English-speaking customer service will be happy to assist you. You can call them via +662-202-8000.

5. Pay less for much more, including exclusive privileges

When a tourist SIM gives you 8 days of free unlimited 4G internet, 100-baht call credit and discounts on various transportations, restaurants and experiences, you know it’s special. 

And when you can get it for only 235 baht instead of the usual 299 baht, you can’t miss it! 

The best-selling 8-Day Happy Tourist SIM Card is available for a special rate of 235 baht at TakeMeTour only. Pick it up at Suvarnabhumi Airport or any hotel in Bangkok . Plus, you get exclusive 300 baht off on any of our local tours with dtac Tourist SIM . 

dtac 8-Day Happy Tourist SIM Card in a nutshell

- 3-in-1 SIM (Standard, Micro, Nano)

- Free 8-day unlimited internet (Maximum speed of up to 2.5 GB)

- Free 100-baht call credit 

- Special international call rate via 00400 

- Price: 299 baht (Special price: 235 baht if picked up at Suvarnabhumi Airport and 250 baht if picked up at hotels in Bangkok )

* Call dtac numbers at 0.99 baht/min 

Call non-dtac numbers at 0.99 baht/min

SMS at 3 baht/SMS/number 

MMS at 5 baht/MMS/number

International call rates starting at 1 baht/min (More details here .)

Now the best Tourist SIM in Thailand and exclusive travel deal are only few clicks away from you. Enjoy! 

Best Thailand SIM Card for Tourists in 2024: All You Need To Know

• Last updated: June 10, 2024

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On our multiple trips to Thailand, we have tried and tested the different options of Thailand SIMs and eSIMs to know which to recommend and which not.

So in this article, we’ll cover all the essentials you need to know about before buying a SIM card or eSIM package in Thailand.

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Why you should get a Thailand SIM card

While WiFi is widely available in Thailand , in your hotel, hostel, or resort, and almost all cafes and restaurants, getting a local Thailand SIM card is the way to go for a comfortable trip.

The most significant benefit of buying a Thailand SIM card package is comfortably using ride-hailing apps like Grab (Uber), Google Maps for navigation, and Google Translate.

And while it’s true that most locals and businesses in Thailand use apps like WhatsApp and LINE for communicating, having a local number has proven helpful for us.

Since you’re reading this blog, we assume you’re not in the group that wants to explore Thailand while being “offline.” (nothing against those people – respect!)

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Should you get a physical SIM or eSIM for Thailand?

For the last few years, it’s very common for most people to have phones supporting eSIM technology.

Buying a Thailand eSIM is the most hassle-free option, as you simply buy it online, scan the QR code you receive and install it on your phone in minutes—no need to go to any store or mess around with it at the airport.

So if your phone supports eSIMs, there’s no reason not to get one.

eSIM Compatibility

Click here to check if your phone supports eSIMs.

We are big supporters of the eSIM technology and have had it since we got a phone that supported it a few years ago.

Note: Many Thailand eSIM packages you can find online don’t come with any text or calls. However, our favorite, Thailandesim , does have packages that include them.

But that’s also the case with some of the standard SIM packages at the airport. Most only give you data.

So if you need calls and texts, just make sure your plan includes it (we will recommend the best packages below).

Which Thailand mobile carrier is the best?

There are four major mobile carriers in Thailand, with the two best networks being AIS and DTAC, and right behind being TrueMove , with still great coverage, excellent internet speed, and more affordable plans.

The internet coverage and speeds in Thailand are amazing, even 5G. So any of the top carriers will perform well all over the country. And if you want the clearest picture of each carrier’s coverage in Thailand, check out the practical nPerf coverage map .

AIS is the mobile carrier with the best coverage in Thailand and the most expensive packages. However, it’s the best choice for travelers who want the ultimate coverage and the most reliable service.

Click here to find more information about AIS prepaid packages.

DTAC has the second-best coverage in Thailand and, in addition to AIS, is the best choice for great coverage.

And DTAC also offers the famous Happy Tourist SIM Card package, which you can find all over Thailand or buy it online on Airalo .

Click here to find more information about DTAC prepaid packages.

3. TrueMove

We’ve used TrueMove the most and have had great coverage throughout Thailand , with fast internet speeds, even when we hot-spotted it for work on our laptops.

The ONE time where we would have needed to have AIS with better coverage was during our stay on the Floating Bungalows on Cheow Lan Lake in Khao Sok (AIS was the only one with signal).

TrueMove has the third-best coverage but offers many plans with high internet speeds. And that’s why it’s an excellent choice for most travelers.

Click here to find more information about TrueMove prepaid packages.

Where to buy your Thailand SIM card

The three most common ways to buy your Thailand SIM card are at the airport, online, or at one of the official mobile carrier stores in Bangkok , Chiang Mai , Phuket , Krabi , or any other city.

1. Buy a physical Thailand SIM card at the airport

The simplest way to buy your physical Thailand SIM card is upon your arrival at the airport.

All Thailand airports are full of kiosks selling Thailand SIM card packages from operators like TrueMove, DTAC, and AIS.

Just walk up to the kiosk, and you will get your Thailand SIM card installed and ready to go in minutes.

We highly recommend comparing packages of at least two kiosks to find the best deal, as they don’t always offer the same packages or prices. And while some have better deals for shorter periods, some have better deals for longer trips.

Do note, though, that mobile packages at Thailand airports are more expensive than at official stores or online.

Note:  Please note that to buy a physical SIM card, you need a passport, as they will have to register the package in your name, as is the official requirement. This is not required if you buy an eSIM online .

2. Buy your Thailand eSIM online

It’s straightforward to buy a Thailand eSIM online and activate it in a matter of minutes.

Getting an eSIM online is especially smart if you’re entering Thailand by land border from Cambodia , Laos, or Malaysia . If you’re on an organized bus trip, you usually don’t have enough time to sort your SIM at the border.

And, of course, having a pre-installed eSIM when arriving by plane in Thailand means that you’re online as soon as you land.

We’ve been following the providers of Thailand eSIMs since they started offering them and have compiled a list of the best ones below.

Thailandesim

Affordable, Best choice for unlimited plans

Affordable for short and long trips

Great selection of eSIM and prepaid SIM plans

Unlimited data packages for longer periods

Our personal recommendation is to buy an eSIM from Thailandesim , because they offer the biggest selection of plans, local or regional, which are also the most affordable on the market, and even offer a local phone number.

• plans for 3, 5, 7, 8, 15 days
• unlimited data or fixed data packages
• local Thailand and regional plans
• calls & text available (local number)
• data sharing (hotspot)

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Airalo is the second-best Thailand eSIM retailer, with a few options of local packages, in addition to regional Asia packages.

• unlimited data
• plans for 10 and 15 days

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Much like Airalo, SimOptions offers a great selection of eSIM plans, but in addition provides the service of getting a prepaid SIM card package.

• plans for 7, 10, 30 days

>> Check packages

Holafly is the most expensive Thailand eSIM retailer, but they are great if you want an unlimited data package for longer periods.

• plans for 5, 7, 10, 15, 30, 60, 90 days
• data sharing not available (hotspot)

3. Order your physical Thailand SIM online

You can order your Thailand SIM card online and pick it up at Thailand or nearby airports or get it delivered to your home address. This way, you get a much better deal than buying it directly at the airport, and you get to skip the line.

The Thailand SIM card pick-up options are great , but the delivery options are currently a bit limited. We could only find reliable options for China and Vietnam.

Please let us know if you find any more options for delivery of Thailand SIM. We would love to update this guide and let others know about it.

Best options for buying a physical Thailand SIM online:

4. Buy your Thailand SIM card at the official store

You can buy your Thailand SIM card at one of the official stores of mobile carriers across all cities.

Buying your package at the official carrier store of TrueMove, AIS, and DTAC can get you better deals than at airports or smaller reseller shops.

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How much does a Thailand SIM card package cost?

Thailand SIM Card packages are affordable and cost upwards of 4 USD for a smaller amount of data and about 10 USD for an excellent data package with text and calls included.

Mobile data packages often change names, and what they offer, so we won’t discuss each carrier’s packages. But we will give you a reliable estimated cost of a Thailand mobile package.

Please note that the prices and packages at Thailand airports can be different and often higher than what you would pay at the carrier’s store.

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Do you get calls and texts on your Thailand SIM card package?

Most Thailand SIM card packages you can buy at the airport come with a good amount of calls and texts.

You can also top-up some money to your account and get extra calls and texts if the package you bought doesn’t include them. Calls in Thailand cost about 1 Baht per minute, and texting costs about 2 Baht per SMS.

Our recommended provider Thailandesim , also includes calls and texts with a local number in most of their eSIM packages.

How to top up your prepaid Thailand SIM package?

Topping up your Thailand mobile package is simple in almost every convenience store, like 7-Eleven.

Often, these stores have dedicated systems where you just provide them with your phone number, and they top up how much you want to your account. And if they don’t have that system, you will receive a code on your receipt that you use/call to top up.

Finally, you can buy top-up vouchers or scratch cards and simply use the codes to top up.

And don’t forget that all carriers offer mobile apps where you can register your SIM, top-up your credit, change your plan or buy add-ons.

AIS Thailand add-on options

DTAC add-on options

TrueMove add-on options

Frequently asked questions

It’s absolutely worth buying a SIM card in Thailand, as you can’t always rely on WiFi.

You can buy your Thailand SIM Card online or in many shops at the airport, in official carrier stores, or smaller resellers in any city.

The best Thailand SIM Card is TrueMove H because it’s the most affordable, offers great coverage, high-speed internet, and great package options.

A Thailand SIM Card package costs upwards of 4 USD for a data plan with about 3 to 5 GB of data.

Yes, many Thailand SIM Card packages come with calls and texts, but check the offer before buying.

You can get a Thailand eSIM (embedded SIM) from many online providers, some even with unlimited data.

It’s best to get a Thailand eSIM if your phone supports it.

SIM Cards in Thailand are usually active for 7, 8, 15, or 30 days.

Yes, you can get a Thailand SIM Card at the kiosks at Bangkok Airports or by pre-ordering it online .

Yes, you can get a Thailand SIM Card at the kiosks at Phuket Airport or by pre-ordering it online .

Yes, you can get a Thailand SIM Card at the kiosks at Chiang Mai Airport.

Final thoughts

Hopefully, we answered all of your questions about getting the best Thailand SIM card deal for your trip.

Got any extra questions? Leave a comment below, and we’ll get back to you!

Have you found a better deal than one of the recommended ones in this article?

We are happy to hear about it!

We’re continuously searching for the best deals for travelers to Thailand, so we’d appreciate any feedback.

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I followed this article and bought 2. DTAC.

They have 8 minute youtube videos for installation guide it’s hell long.

Also nowhere in the process did they warn that activation policy says it starts counting on installation, and i installed it when my holiday is far out and the plan will be expired in the middle of my holiday, very bad.

The youtube also made it seem like there are 2 setup steps, one done locally before going, and other when reach destination. It misleads people into thinking the local step can be done first, and user can choose to do 2nd phase when arrive. But they actually start counting when installed locally.

Good to warn in this article.

Thanks for this review of DTAC! We’ll make sure to include this information in the article.

Happy travels!

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Thailand Sim Card for Tourist

If you’re planning a trip to Thailand, a sim card is at the top of the must-have items. How else do you stay connected with the world? You have a few options of having mobile data abroad, such as going for the expensive roaming of your home mobile provider or getting a local sim card for the duration of your stay.

While airports in Bangkok usually have free wifi, a sim card may still be a life savior. Getting a local SIM card in Thailand is great for a few reasons. Having access to data will help in navigation, as it allows you to use Google maps and find your way around a city. It will also allow you to call a taxi (or Grab) or translate Thai language. This can be a game-changer when you’re trying to communicate in a new country.

If you wish to avoid high roaming charges, we’ve got good news for you – getting a tourist sim card is cheap and easy to get.

How to Get a Thai Sim Card

You can either buy a Thailand prepaid SIM card in person in all international airports , convenient stores like 7-eleven, mobile provider stores , or pre-order it online .

Many of the stores accept cash only, even at the airport. However, it won’t be a problem finding an ATM – there are many of those at the airport.

SIM Card Pickup in the Airport

The easiest way to purchase a local prepaid SIM card for Thailand is upon your arrival at the airport. All international airports in Thailand have official stores for DTAC, AIS, and True Move located in the arrivals area. You’ll also find various booths offering tourist SIM cards at discounted rates right at the airport.

Our Choice – dtac HAPPY TOURIST 4G/5G SIM Card for Thailand

It’s probably the most convenient opinion. You can order a sim card online, and pick it up on arrival in a few places across Thailand.

Here’s what you get with this fantastic offer:

• Enjoy 50 minutes of free calls to all networks within Thailand.
• Stay connected with your friends and family through FREE access to popular messaging apps like Facebook Messenger, LINE, WhatsApp, WeChat, and Kakao Talk.
• Experience the convenience of reliable 4G/5G data powered by DTAC, one of Thailand’s most trusted network providers.
• Keep in touch with your loved ones anytime, anywhere, with our special international call rate via 00400 .
• This SIM card comes with a generous validity period of 8 days , ensuring you stay connected throughout your visit.
• You can expect internet speeds of 3G/4G , ensuring a smooth online experience.
• The service includes both data and call allowances, making it an all-in-one solution.
• Coverage extends to the entirety of Thailand, so you’ll stay connected wherever your adventures take you.
• With a data limit of 15 GB , you’ll have plenty of data to explore and stay in touch.
• The SIM card is available in various sizes ( Normal , Nano , Micro ) to fit your device seamlessly.
• It comes preloaded with a value of THB15 , offering you immediate connectivity upon arrival.

You can conveniently acquire your DTAC HAPPY TOURIST 4G/5G SIM Card in both Bangkok and Phuket at the following pickup locations:

• Klook Counter at Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) – at departures level – 4floor (behind the check in counters in areas K/L)
• KLOOK Counter at Central World (CTW)
• DTAC Counter at BKK Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
• DTAC Counter at Don Muang Airport (DMK)
• DTAC Counter at Phuket International Airport (HKT)

Convenience Stores

In Thailand, it’s super easy to grab a SIM card in a store. You’ll find them in famous convenience stores like 7-Eleven, Family Mart, and Tesco. They’ve got SIM cards from different companies, so you can pick what suits you best.

But here’s the thing: when you get your SIM card from one of these stores, you’ll need to set up your prepaid data plan yourself. The folks at the store can speak a little English, but it might not be enough to guide you through the process.

And one more thing to know – the packages you’ll see in these stores are mostly in Thai. But don’t worry too much. They usually have pictures and stuff, so you can still figure things out.

Official Provider Shops

In big cities in Thailand, like Bangkok, Phuket, Chiang Mai, Krabi, and Koh Samui, you won’t have any trouble finding stores for major mobile operators like DTAC, True Move, or AIS. If you’re not sure where to go, just open up Google Maps and search for the nearest store.

The good news is, the staff at these stores are usually quite helpful and they often speak English pretty well. They can walk you through different data plans and even help you with the set up.

Also, here’s a little tip: you’ll find mobile phone shops in almost every shopping mall in those cities.

How to Get Thai E-sim Card

If you want to stay connected in Thailand without the hassle of swapping physical SIM cards or visiting a local store, eSIM is the way to go. The great news is that the only place you need to look for an eSIM card for Thailand is right on the internet.

The price of e-sim cards is around $10.

Getting an eSIM for Thailand is super convenient and quick. You can do it all at home. First, go online and place an order for your eSIM card. Once you’ve done that, make the payment, and voila, you’ll receive a QR code instantly on your phone. All you have to do is scan it, follow a few simple steps, and you’ll be connected in just a couple of clicks.

The most well-known eSIM card providers that offer eSIMs for Thailand are Airalo and Nomad .

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Best Sim Cards For Thailand: Which One Is Right For You?

Need a SIM card for Thailand?

Thailand has a 5G network with great SIM card options. So, you can tap into this network all over the country using a Thai prepaid sim cards that are super affordable.

Below I will tell you all you need know to get the best sim card Thailand has to offer. We will look at the top Thailand prepaid sim card deals as costs, coverage, things to be aware of and lots more.

By the end of the article, you will know which Thai travel SIM card is right for you, where to buy it, how to activate it, and lots more.

Best Sim Card in Thailand

AIS is one of the top Thai mobile providers offering reliable coverage all over the country and access to free WiFi on their WiFi networks around the country too, saving your mobile data.

You can buy an AIS sim card at AIS stores as well as other spots such as the airport, grocery stores, and even the post offices.

AIS sim cards work with all unlocked GMS phones and you can choose from a lot of different data plans. You will have to pay for the sim card though, luckily it is only $1.55.

AIS Prepaid Sim Card Options

The data plans for an AIS Thailand sim card vary by length (days) and price for data. You will have to have remaining credit on your sim card to call and SMS (1 Baht per min local call, SMS 3 Baht local, 5 Baht international).

For a 15-day prepaid data SIM, you can get between 1 GB and 5 GB of data for 200 to 340 baht ($6.20 to $10.52). 30-day plans can come with 1 GB to 12 GB of data for 220 to 860 baht ($7 to $27)

AIS also offers a Thailand sim card specifically designed for travelers. The Traveler SIM 1 costs just 599 baht ($19) and gives you unlimited data for 15 days and 30 days of local baht credit.

The Traveler SIM 2 prepaid sim card costs just 299 baht ($9) and comes with 8 days of unlimited data and 30 days of local baht credit.

DATC is the second largest mobile network provider in Thailand and another good provider to get your Thailand sim card through. You will have excellent 5G coverage with a DTAC prepaid sim card and they offer very affordable rates too.

The only downsides are their prepaid sim cards for tourists do not last very long with options for a 7-day, 8-day, and 15-day sim card package.

DTAC Prepaid Sim Card Options

DTAC offers happy tourist sim cards that are super affordable and provides reliable and fast connections all over the country. Here are the best of their sim cards to take a look at.

Happy Tourist SIM Thailand 1 costs just 299 baht ($9) and comes with 8 days of unlimited data and 100 baht of free calling credit. You also get unlimited calls to other Happy Tourist SIM 1, ideal if you are traveling as a group and all get these sim cards.

The Happy Tourist 2 sim cards come with 15 days of unlimited data and 100 baht of free calling credit for just 599 baht ($19). This is ideal for longer trips and heavy data usage.

If you are looking for a super budget option, the Happy Tourist 3 sim cards might be best for you. You can get 7 days of unlimited data plus free calls to other people with the Happy Tourist 3 sims for just 199 baht ($6).

For anyone staying for 30 days, there are also some DTAC Tourist sim card options to suit you. The Light User Tourist sim card gives you 3 GB of data and 30 mins of calls for 429 baht ($13) for 30 days.

The Heavy User Tourist sim gives you 6 GB of data and 5 mins of calls for 700 baht ($22) for 30 days.

True Move is the third largest network provider in Thailand and has pretty good 5G coverage all over the country but it is not as reliable as DTAC or AIS.

Also, True Move only offers some rather strange packages with their sim card for Thailand, but they are insanely affordable, so there is a balance to play here.

True Move Thai Tourist Sim Options

There are only two True Move prepaid sim card options for you to choose from. With the respective deals, you then have to add baht credit to your account to use your mobile phone as usual.

Their best deal costs just 49 baht ($1.5) and gives you unlimited use of social media apps such as Whatsapp, Instagram, and Facebook for 24 hours. This is an insanely cheap deal and it can be upgraded.

For 299 baht ($9) you can get free social media apps and 15 GB of data for 8 days.

For 599 baht you can get free social media apps and 30 GB of data for 15 days.

You also have the option of just adding data packages to your True Move sim card. Buy 5 GB of data for 199 baht ($6) or 30 GB of data for 399 baht ($12) and both last for 30 days.

As you can see, True Move offers the best-prepaid sim card deals when compared to both AIS and DTAC sim cards.

Is It Essential to Buy A Sim Card in Thailand?

I would say it is essential to buy a sim card in Thailand for your travels, and this is for numerous reasons which I run through below.

Access to free WiFi in Thailand isn’t as easy as it is in North America, Europe, Australia or New Zealand, so surviving off free WiFi alone is not so easy in Thailand.

This makes having a Thai sim card pretty essential if you want to stay connected to the mobile internet. Also, without access to mobile internet, life becomes challenging.

We use our mobile phones for everything these days from staying in touch with loved ones at home, making travel bookings, using Google Maps for navigating, and lots more. Traveling around Thailand without these tools in the palm of your hands will make life a lot harder.

When you consider the sim card cost in Thailand (they are super cheap), using the best Thailand sim card for your travels will be way more affordable than using data roaming on your sim card from home.

Overall, for less than $30 you can have as much data as you need with Thai sim cards for a month, and use your phone just like you would at home. Getting one is a no-brainer in my eyes!

Things to Know Before Buying A Sim Card in Thailand

Is your phone unlocked.

In order to use a Thai sim card you must have an unlocked phone. Chances are your phone is already unlocked but it is worth making sure of this before you travel to Thailand.

If you bought your phone yourself outside of a contract, then it should be unlocked. If you got your phone for free with a contract, chances are it is locked.

To check, call your provider and ask them to unlock your phone, it should only take a few minutes to do.

Are You Using A GSM Phone?

Mobile phones use either GSM or CDMA in order to communicate with mobile networks. GSM phones will not work on CDMA networks, and vice versa, so you have to have the right phone for the right network.

All networks in the world outside of North America use GSM and GSM phones, if you are not traveling from North America, will have a GSM phone and it will work in Thailand.

If your phone is linked to a North American network, there is a chance it could be CDMA. Sprint and Verizon phones might be CDMA, whereas other North American networks use GSM.

If you have a CDMA phone, you will need a different phone in order to use a Thailand sim card. Buying a cheap GSM might be the best option or you can look into the best eSims for Thailand .

Requirements When Buying A Sim Card in Thailand

In order to buy a sim card in Thailand you will need to be able to pay for the sim card and provide your passport as ID. Your passport will be used to register the sim card to you.

How to Buy A Sim Card in Thailand

Buying a sim card before traveling to thailand.

Buying a physical sim card before traveling to Thailand is impossible if you want to have a local sim card on AIS, DTAC, or True Move networks.

However, you can buy an eSim online before you travel as well as an international sim card, but the packages are usually a lot more expensive, so it is best to wait until you get to Thailand.

Buying A Sim Card in Thailand

You can buy a sim card in Thailand almost anywhere. Sim cards are for sale at most international airports in the country but the data packages available at the airport tend to be more expensive.

Your best bet is to buy a sim card at a convenience store, AIS/DTAC/True Move store, or kiosk outside of the airport. You’ll get the best deals but have to wait a little while to be connected.

I always ask my taxi driver to take me to a place to buy a sim card on the way to my accommodation so I get online quickly after landing.

How Much Does A Sim Card in Thailand Cost?

Buying just a physical sim card in Thailand costs around $1.50. Once you have the sim, you can then add the data packages you want to it, which we have run through above.

Luckily, all the data packages in Thailand are insanely cheap and you can have as much data as you need for around $30 with some providers.

How to Activate & Top Up Your Thai Sim Card

If you buy your sim card at a service provider’s store, it will be activated for you, and all prepaid tourist sims come activated.

During the registration process where you give your passport details, ask the store to also activate your phone and top it up with credit too.

If you need to top up your phone after this you can do so at a 7-Eleven store, Boonterm machines, and any service provider store/kiosk.

Internet Speed & Coverage in Thailand

Thailand pretty much has 5G available all over the country so you will have fast speeds and reliable coverage pretty much everywhere you travel.

AIS offers the best coverage in Thailand. If you need to work while you travel and simply want to be connected as much as possible, stick with AIS.

More Tips for Using A Thai Sim Card

• Avoid buying your sim card at the airport as it is more expensive
• Avoid buying your sim card at a 7-Eleven as they are more expensive
• Buy an AIS sim for the best coverage
• Buy your sim at a service provider store for an easy process and the best offers
• Make sure your sim is topped up and activated at the place you buy it

Frequently Asked Questions

Which cellular network is best in thailand.

AIS is the largest mobile network provider in Thailand and is the best when it comes to speed, coverage, and reliable connection.

DTAC and True Move are also pretty good and True Move offers some of the best prices for data packages.

Can I get a sim card at Bangkok airport?

Yes, you can buy a sim card at Bangkok airport but the data packages available can be more expensive than buying them outside of the airport.

Can I get unlimited data in Thailand?

Yes, unlimited data is available in Thailand with both AIS and DTAC providers, just be sure to ask for the unlimited data plans when you buy your sim card.

About the Author Roger Timbrook

Roger is a little obsessed with travel. He has been to over 40 countries, broken 3 suitcases and owned over 10 backpacks in 12 months. What he doesn't know about travel, ain't worth knowing!

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DTAC Tourist eSIM – For 10 Days in Thailand -50GB

$ 11.99

• 10 Days – 50GB of highest speed – 5G  (New!)
• Free Chat App data usage
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• Quick Digital delivery of eSIM codes
• Unlimited 2G (384 kbps)
• Free calls within DTAC network 
• 15 Baht of calling credit included
• eSIMs can not be shared or removed
• Just install the day of  your trip
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About DTAC Happy Tourist eSIM

The Dtac Happy Tourist eSIM is a single country travel SIM from Thailand’s 3rd largest mobile carrier, but the #1 most popular SIM with tourists .  With data prices as low as 10 times cheaper than other roaming options, it’s a great choice, especially in the new eSIM supported format.   No need to wait for a SIM to arrive or wait in lines – just scan the SIM code and go.

You can purchase the Dtac Happy Tourist eSIM a few days before or on the day of your trip to Thailand .  The main package gives you data as the highest speeds available, and then unlimited speeds of 384kbps (2G) for the rest of your package.

Dtac Happy eSIM Features

• Works in all of Thailand with great coverage
• Get 10 of data
• Unlimited 2G
• Free to call help center : 1678

150 reviews for DTAC Tourist eSIM – For 10 Days in Thailand -50GB

提前下载好esim，到泰国开机就激活了，很方便。

The first time I ordered the dtac tourist esim, everything worked great. Then I tried to purchase it again, no QR code in the confirmation email, none in my account on their website. And no answer by email or by chat.

We have sent your QR code via email and also available in

https://esim2fly.com/my-account/orders/ .

Pls, let us know if you see it now and if it works for you

Stopped working after two days

Hi, Did you try to do manual network selection?

Very nice and easy to connect

Thanks for the review!

I bought the promoted Esim 16 day Thai tourist on May 3, 2023 and activated on May 6. Today is the 8 day mark and I received a message from Dtac that my plan expired. I emailed esim2fly and am still waiting to hear back from them.

Hi, We understand your concerns. Update:DTAC Tourist eSIM 8+8 day promo is now over. You now get the 8 days with your DTAC Tourist eSIM purchase. Good news: The eSIM is extendable and reloadable, so you can add another data bundle.

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We found the issue with your order, the QR code was not auto-sent. We have now sent your QR code via email and also available in

You need to activate the ESIM first in Thailand. Once it is Active, you will be able to receive SMS in your number.

The best practice is to buy the eSIM 1-2 weeks in advance. You can activate it anytime you want, and on the day of your trip, select SIM2Fly as your default data SIM network. After this the usage of your data will start

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Klook DTAC Happy Tourist SIM – Cheapest Thailand SIM Card With 4G Data (3GB) For 8 Days

During my recent trip to Khao Yai and Bangkok , I bought the DTAC Happy Tourist SIM Card from Klook. At only THB 131 , it was the cheapest Thailand SIM card I could find online. It provided really good connectivity throughout my holiday, both in the rural areas of Khao Yai and in bustling Bangkok city. This is my full review of the DTAC Happy Tourist SIM card.

DTAC Happy Tourist SIM

4G 8 Day SIM card (3GB)

After you finish using the 3GB, you will still have access to unlimited data usage, but at a pitiful speed of 384kbps .

The Happy Tourist SIM also comes preloaded with THB 100 call credits , which is equivalent to around 30 minutes of local talk time.

The SIM card comes with Standard, Micro and Nano size adaptors.

Lowest Price Currently, the SIM card sells for just THB 131 on Klook, which is the cheapest Thailand SIM card I can find. And interestingly, if you buy from the official DTAC site, it is more than twice as expensive at THB 299.

“Unlimited” Data? DTAC markets this SIM card as having “unlimited data” after you finish using the initial 3GB, but as mentioned earlier, the unlimited data only has a speed of 384kbps. To get an idea of how fast (or slow) this speed is, we can use this article you are reading as an example.

This simple page has a size of about 1.3MB, which means technically you would need around 3.4 seconds (1300KB divided by 384KB) to load it, which is essentially forever by today’s internet speed standards.

If you are wondering why this is the case, it is due to Thailand’s fair data usage policy. This is basically a way for mobile providers to force you to limit your data usage. Maybe it’s because they want to prevent jamming of the internet bandwidths, or maybe it’s because they just don’t like to see people enjoying fast internet speeds.

In any case, once you hit a certain data limit, your internet speed will be “throttled”, meaning that it will be reduced significantly. For this Happy SIM 4G 8 Day SIM card, the threshold is 3GB.

To be fair, this is just not the case for Thailand. Many countries implement this draconian fair usage policy as well, including Japan and Malaysia .

Staying More Than 8 Days If you will be staying in Bangkok for more than 8 days, you can purchase a Day Pass by using the THB100 credit that comes with the SIM card package.

You just need to download the DTAC app to purchase it. You can also get it over the counter at any DTAC shop in major shopping malls. (credit to my reader “Lui” who provided this tip).

Purchasing Additional Data I also saw on the Klook website instructions on how to purchase additional 4G data. For example, you can get an extra 9 GB of data for THB106 by dialling a series of complicated numbers. You can check it out on the Klook website – the instructions are enclosed in a yellow box with the heading “Insider Tips”.

Cancellation Policy You can get a full refund as long as you cancel your booking at least 24 hours before your collection date. I like this policy because it gives me the flexibility to buy another SIM card if I find a better deal.

4G 15 Day SIM card (8 GB)

There is also another Happy Tourist SIM card which offers 8GB of 4G data for 15 days. You can check it out here . I usually just take short trips of a week or less to Bangkok, so this is not really suitable for me.

Fast and Reliable Connectivity

The wife and I had no problems with the Happy Tourist SIM card throughout our holiday. In rural Khao Yai, our speed got reduced to 3G sometimes. But it was definitely still fast enough for our internet needs, such as checking Google maps, surfing the web, Facebook, Instagram, Whatsapp, etc. In downtown Bangkok, we enjoyed strong 4G data most of the time.

The THB 100 call credits were quite useful too. For example, I called the Let’s Relax spa in Siam Square to make massage appointments (I spoke English).

1. First, I went to the  Klook DTAC Happy Tourist SIM website.

2. Next, I selected the BKK Suvarnabhumi Airport pickup option, along with the quantity and date of collection. You can also choose to collect at Siam Center or DMK Don Muang Airport. After my purchase, Klook emailed me the voucher immediately. It was also uploaded into my Klook App under “bookings”.

3. After going out from the Suvarnabhumi Airport Arrival Hall, I took the escalator down two floors to the basement level. Then, I followed the signs and walked in the direction of the Airport Rail Link Station for about 5 minutes. After that, I located the Klook counter at booth RC6. You can check out the map above.

There was no queue when I arrived at around 4pm on a Tuesday. I was lucky because a short queue formed behind me while I was collecting the SIM cards. You can see the picture of the counter above. The counter opens daily from 8am to 11pm.

In total, I took about 10 minutes to get to the booth from the arrival hall. It wasn’t difficult to locate the booth, but it did take some time.

4. At the counter, a rather stoic Klook staff scanned the Klook voucher QR code on my phone, and then activated both SIM cards. She helped me to insert the SIM card into my phone on the spot, and it worked immediately.

How to Unlock SIM Card

If your SIM card is locked to your carrier, you will not be able to use the Happy Tourist SIM card. Personally I have always been able to use foreign SIM cards without any problems because phones in Singapore are not telco-locked. Below are the steps to unlock your SIM:

Step 1. First, check whether your phone is indeed SIM locked. Insert a SIM card from another carrier (borrow from your friends or family) and restart the phone. If there is a signal and you can make outgoing calls, then your SIM is not locked. If not, proceed to step 2.

Step 2. Contact your carrier and ask them to unlock your phone. Repeat step 1 to check that your SIM is indeed unlocked.

This article is part of our completely free and fantastic  Ultimate Bangkok Travel Guide . Why spend days researching when all your holiday information is simply a click away?

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6 Comments and Questions

Thank you for this detailed review. This was exactly what I was looking for. I was going to buy this SIM in Klook, but then wanted to check out some reviews first. So yours helped much =)

I have one question though. Both the DTAC and the Klook websites say that this Happy Tourism 299 Sim Card allows FREE CALLING to other users using a similar Happy Tourism 299 SIM card. Were you and your wife able to make free calls between your 2 numbers? Or were you together all the time, which could have eliminated the need to call one another? =D

We are going there as a family for a 6 day tour. Meaning, we might be buying 2 or 3 SIM cards from Klook. If we do so, the free calling among our new DTAC numbers would definitely help. Which would in turn enable us to use the 100 Baht credits to make only international calls back home. And home would be Chennai, India =)

Hello Sivabhaskar, you are very welcome! Glad you found my review useful.

Yes you are right we didn’t call each other because we were together all the time haha. In fact, I was not even aware of this unlimited calls perk. Therefore, I’m sorry I can’t advise you on it. Do kindly let me know if it works after your trip! =)

Just to share additional info.

You can purchase Day Pass by using the 100THB credit that comes with the SIM card package if you intend to stay more than 8 days.

Simply download DTAC app to your smartphone to purchase it. Or, you can walk in any DTAC counter at major shopping mall to ask for assistance.

Thanks so much for your tip, I have updated my article as well.

Any idea what are the opening hours for the DTAC Counter at Don Muang Airport (DMK)? Is it open 24 hours?

Hi Christopher, yes per the Klook website it is open 24 hours.

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Best eSIM for Traveling to Thailand in 2024

Are you traveling to Thailand soon and looking for an e-sim card to have data on your phone during your trip? In this guide about the best e-sim cards for Thailand I will tell you everything you need to know about staying connected with an e-sim card when traveling to Thailand in 2024.

You will find a comparison of the best Thailand e-sim cards with up to date prices as per July 2024 and all the specifications per e-sim. My recommendation, the advantages and disadvantages of e-sim cards, where and when to order an e-sim, info about the network coverage, some FAQ about e-sim cards, a comparison with local prepaid sim cards and of course links to directly order your e-sim card for Thailand on the internet.

Ever since 2012 I am continuously traveling the world as a full time travel blogger and nomad  and I get to a different country pretty much every week. Staying connected is one of the first things I do when planning my next trip. In the past I used to buy a local prepaid sim card on arrival, but nowadays I mostly use e-sim cards for staying connected when traveling abroad.

The main reason why I started this travel blog was to provide fellow travelers with essential travel tips to help them save money while traveling the world. This is how I started writing sim card guides from every country I visited and now on Traveltomtom you can find more than 200 sim card guides from all over the world.

Some of my popular prepaid and e-sim card guides are the ones for: Asia , Europe , USA , China , Australia , Malaysia , Hong Kong , Singapore , Indonesia , United Kingdom , Germany ,  Italy , Spain , France , Greece ,  Canada , Turkey  and international sim cards with data .

Of course I also wrote a complete guide for buying a prepaid sim card for traveling to Thailand in 2024  for those who do not have an e-sim compatible phone.

Some links in this article about the best e-sim cards for Thailand are affiliate links. If you buy any product after clicking on an affiliate link I will earn a small commission. Don't worry this is at absolutely no extra cost to you!

My recommendation

Let's start with my recommendation, the one I think is the best e-sim card for Thailand in 2024.

Traveltomtom rates the DTAC Happy Tourist 5G as the best e-sim card for traveling to Thailand in 2024.

• 50 GB data + 100 minutes for 10 days = $9.90 USD
• Unlimited data + calls + sms for 15 days = $19.90 USD

You can order the DTAC e-sim card for Thailand via  Airalo  or  SimOptions .

This DTAC e-sim card for Thailand is 5G ready, where most other Thailand e-sim cards only offer 4G/LTE network speed. There is a 5G signal available at pretty much all tourist destinations in Thailand.

Traveltomtom does NOT RECOMMEND e-sim cards for Thailand with unlimited data, unless it is specifically specified that UNLIMITED MEANS UNLIMITED. Traveltomtom only recommends e-sim cards with unlimited data if the unlimited data is on max data speed and there is no FUP (Fair Use Policy).

Be careful, many websites offer e-sim cards with unlimited data, but there is a so-called FUP (Fair Use Policy) and before you realize you are browsing like on 3G data speed.

The above DTAC e-sim card for Thailand with unlimited data from Airalo  and  SimOptions  is truly unlimited ! Approved, confirmed and tested by Traveltomtom!

Another reliable e-sim card providers is  Nomad , they also sell DTAC happy tourist e-sim cards for Thailand. Nomad only sells the 10 days DTAC Happy Tourist e-sim card for Thailand:

• 50 GB data + 100 minutes for 10 days = $8 USD

Click here to order this DTAC e-sim card for Thailand via Nomad .

Out of all the Thailand e-sim card providers Traveltomtom recommends Airalo  and  SimOptions  the most for buying an e-sim card for traveling to Thailand. Why? I have tried both e-sim providers in more than 100 countries around the world and never had a problem.

Specifications DTAC tourist e-sim card

The above DTAC tourist sim cards come with unlimited data or 50 GB data Thailand. Unlimited is truly unlimited, no speed cap, all the data is available on max data speed.

The newer versions of the DTAC e-sim cards include either 100 minutes calling time or unlimited minutes in Thailand to local phone numbers. These Happy Tourist e-sim cards also comes with 15 THB international calling credit.

Calling cost 0.99 THB per minute in Thailand and sending an sms cost 3 THB per sms to a Thai phone number. Unlimited calls to other DTAC numbers are included. This e-sim card comes with a Thailand phone number that starts with +66. Receiving phone calls and sms is free.

The validity of the DTAC e-sim cards starts immediately after installation, even if you are not in Thailand. After ordering your e-sim card on the internet you have 30 days to instal the sim card and after installing you can use the e-sim card for either 10 or 15 days.

The following two things are the most important things to know before ordering a Thailand e-sim card, so read carefully!

Unlocked phones only

First of all! Make sure your phone is unlocked. E-sim cards only work in unlocked phones. If you are unsure if your phone is unlocked then contact your mobile internet provider in your home country.

In general phones from Europe, Asia, Middle East, South America and Pacific tend to be unlocked. Phones from North America are often locked.

If your smartphone is locked that means it does not allow another prepaid sim card or e-sim card to operate in the device. You can easily unlock your phone, but depending on your mobile internet provider you will be charged a fee for unlocking your phone.

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E-sim compatible phones only

Second, and equally important! E-sim cards only work if your smartphone supports e-sim cards, also called e-sim compatible. All newer smartphones support e-sim cards. If you are not sure if your phone is e-sim compatible then simply go to Google and type in your mobile phone model in the search bar and ask if it is e-sim compatible. You will get the answer instantly.

If your phone is NOT e-sim compatible then there is no solution. You simply can NOT use an e-sim card for traveling to Thailand.

However, don't worry there is still the possibility to order a sim card for Thailand online. Check out my complete guide for buying a sim card for Thailand in 2024  for more info or check out my guide with everything you need to know before buying an international sim card for traveling abroad in 2024 .

Comparison of the best e-sim cards for Thailand

On the internet you will find multiple websites that offer e-sim cards for Thailand. Traveltomtom recommends ordering an e-sim card for Thailand from one of the well-known e-sim card providers on the internet. Above you found my first recommendation, but there are many more e-sim cards for traveling to Thailand.

You can order an e-sim card for pretty much every country directly from e-sim card providers like  SimOptions ,  Airalo , Nomad , Holafly, Jetpac, etc. and instantly receive your e-sim card in your email. But before you buy an e-sim card first read all my tips below.

SimOptions also offers international prepaid sim cards for Thailand . These pre-activated physical prepaid sim cards will be delivered to your home address before your trip and it is plug and play when you arrive in Thailand.

SimOptions is a very reliable e-sim card provider. Traveltomtom has used SimOptions uncountable times in more than 50 countries around the world. I can totally recommend using SimOptions for your e-sim cards.

SimOptions offers the same DTAC tourist e-sim cards as Airalo plus a couple other plans, which are more expensive.

These are the DTAC e-sim cards from SimOptions:

• 50 GB data for 10 days + 100 minutes = $9.90 USD
• Unlimited data, calls and sms for 15 days = $19.90 USD

Click here for more info or to order a DTAC e-sim card for Thailand via SimOptions .

The DTAC e-sim cards from SimOptions come with a Thai phone number starting with +66. That means you can also receive calls.

The above DTAC e-sims make the other SimOptions e-sim card plans for Thailand look bad.

• 1 GB data-only for 7 days = $4.50 USD
• 10 GB data-only for 30 days = $18.90 USD 
• 20 GB data-only for 30 days = $32.90 USD

Click here to order an e-sim card for Thailand from SimOptions .

Specifications of the Thailand e-sim cards from Simoptions

All the SimOptions Thailand e-sims are 5G ready, but it is unclear if these e-sims use either the AIS, True Move or DTAC 4G/LTE/5G network in Thailand.

These specific e-sim cards from SimOptions are data-only and do NOT support calling and texting and they does NOT come with a phone number. You can't receive calls and text on this e-sim card. The credit validity starts immediately after installing the e-sim card. Even if you are not yet in Thailand. APN settings are available.

For more info about the above Thailand e-sim cards check out the SimOptions website .

What I like about SimOptions is that they have a Live Chat Helpdesk? I already used more than 100 e-sim cards from SimOptions and only had to trouble shoot once. Because of the Live Chat it was fixed in just 2 minutes.

Airalo is very much recommended by Traveltomtom. Ordering an e-sim card through Airalo is done fast and easy. Traveltomtom has used Airalo uncountable times for staying connected when traveling abroad. Very reliable, never an issue and what Traveltomtom likes about Airalo is that they specify a lot of information on their website about their e-sim cards.

If you read my recommendation in the beginning you already know that Traveltomtom recommends ordering a Thailand e-sim card via Airalo. For 2024 they have the following e-sim card plans for traveling to Thailand:

• unlimited data + unlimited calls + unlimited texts for 15 days = $19.95 USD

Click here to order an e-sim card for Thailand via Airalo .

The DTAC Happy Tourist Infinite truly is an unlimited data e-sim card for Thailand without any data speed cap.

Normally Airalo sells a wide range of e-sim cards per country, but for Thailand they only sell these two DTAC e-sim card plans.

Specifications Airalo e-sim cards

See my recommendation for more detailed info about the DTAC e-sim cards for tourists. The Airalo e-sim card plans from DTAC start immediately after installation.

For more info check out the Airalo website where they specify everything about their e-sim cards.

Holafly is another well-known e-sim provider but unlike other providers they only offer e-sims with unlimited data. However, there is a catch and that is a so-called FUP (Fair Use Policy). More about it later, but it could mean that you suddenly have a very slow data connection for a whole day until it resets.

Here are the Holafly unlimited data e-sim plans for Thailand:

• 1 day 'unlimited' data = $6 USD
• 2 days 'unlimited' data = $10 USD
• 3 days 'unlimited' data = $13 USD
• 4 days 'unlimited' data = $16 USD
• 5 days 'unlimited' data = $21 USD
• 6 days 'unlimited' data = $25 USD
• 7 days 'unlimited' data = $29 USD
• 8 days 'unlimited' data = $31 USD
• 9 days 'unlimited' data = $35 USD
• 10 days 'unlimited' data = $37 USD
• 11 days 'unlimited' data = $40 USD
• 14 days 'unlimited' data = $48 USD
• 20 days 'unlimited' data = $64 USD
• 30 days 'unlimited' data = $75 USD 

As you can see the Holafly e-sims are significantly more expensive than Airalo and SimOptions. The Holafly e-sim cards for Thailand are data-only and incoming and outgoing calls/sms are NOT supported. These e-sims do also not come with a phone number. The Holafly e-sims operate on the 4G/LTE/5G network of True Move

You can use a hotspot on the Holafly e-sim cards, but it is capped at 500 MB per day.

Why 'unlimited'? Because there is a Fair Use Policy and Traveltomtom has had bad experiences with this in the past. Suddenly your data speed is slowed down for 24 hours because you apparently used too much data. More info later.

If I hate something then it is slow data speed. Therefore Traveltomtom's is not a fan of e-sim cards with 'unlimited' data with an FUP and therefore it is not my first recommendation when looking for an e-sim for Thailand.

Also, Traveltomtom tested Holafly in another country and was very disappointed with the overall performance. Holafly was using the weakest mobile data network operator in that country and while people all around me constantly had a data connection I was pretty much offline for a whole week. Even when we were in big cities I constantly had to ask for the public WiFi of my hotels, restaurants and bars because my Holafly e-sim was super slow.

Traveltomtom has used Nomad only a few times yet and so far so good. Tested and reviewed, Traveltomtom found Nomad to be a trustworthy e-sim provider. They sometimes have incredibly competitive e-sim card plans and prices.

For traveling to Thailand Nomad has regular e-sim card plans as well as unlimited data e-sim card plans. 

These are the regular Nomad e-sim card plans for Thailand in 2024:

• 1 GB data for 7 days = $4 USD
• 3 GB data for 30 days = $11 USD
• 5 GB data for 30 days = $14 USD
• 10 GB data for 30 days = $20 USD
• 15 GB data for 30 days = $26 USD
• 20 GB data for 30 days = $30 USD
• 30 GB data for 30 days = $80 USD
• 40 GB data for 30 days = $110 USD
• 50 GB data for 30 days = $125 USD

On top of that Nomad also offers the DTAC Happy Tourist e-sim card:

Click here to order an e-sim card for Thailand via Nomad .

Nomad also sells e-sim card plans for Thailand with unlimited data. However, unlimited does NOT mean unlimited on max speed. After 2 GB data usage per day the data speed is reduced to 512 Kbps. That is similar to an E-signal, barely good enough for WhatsApp and you will NOT be able to use social media anymore for 24 hours, until max data speed is restored.

Therefore Traveltomtom does NOT recommend the Nomad e-sim cards for Thailand with 'unlimited' data! More about e-sims with unlimited data later.

Specifications Nomad e-sim cards for Thailand

The Nomad e-sim cards for Thailand operate on the AIS 4G/LTE/5G network and only some plans are 5G ready. The Nomad e-sim card plans have to installed within 60 days after ordering. The expiry of the plan will only start from the first moment the plan connects to a supported network. So even if you instal the plan in your home country, it only starts its validity from the moment you arrive in Thailand and use it for the first time.

For more info check the Nomad website .

Jetpac is a new e-sim provider that offers e-sims valid in multiple countries, not just Thailand. The Jetpac e-sims for Thailand are also valid in: Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines and Vietnam. So a perfect e-sim card for traveling to Southeast Asia .

Here are the Jetpac Southeast Asia e-sim plans:

• 1 GB data for 4 days = $1 USD
• 3 GB data for 7 days = $11 USD
• 5 GB data for 30 days = $12 USD
• 10 GB data for 30 days = $23 USD
• 20 GB data for 30 days = $28 USD
• 30 GB data for 30 days = $45 USD
• 40 GB data for 30 days = $65 USD

Click here for more info or to order the Jetpac Thailand e-sim card .

The Jetpac Thailand plan with 20 GB data for just $28 USD makes it the a great value e-sim card for Thailand and Southeast Asia with a rate of only $1.4 USD per Gigabyte.

You can instal your Jetpac e-sim card before your trip to Thailand, but it only activates from the moment it connects to a supported network in Thailand or one of the other supported countries. That moment your days also start counting. The Jetpac e-sims have to be installed within 1 year.

The Jetpac Thailand e-sim cards are data-only and incoming and outgoing calls and sms are not supported. These e-sims do not come with a phone number and unfortunately the Jetpac Thailand e-sims are not yet 5G ready, but in all listed countries 4G/LTE is supported.

An extra advantage of Jetpac Thailand e-sim cards is that they provide free lounge access if your flight is delayed. However, you will have to register your flight before you travel and in case of a delayed or canceled flight a LoungeKey voucher will automatically be provided. This is a complimentary service that no other e-sim cards offer. For more info check the Jetpac website .

What is the cheapest e-sim card for Thailand?

Jetpac offers an e-sim for Thailand for just $1 USD. This e-sim is only valid for 4 days and and gives you only 1 GB data, but it is the cheapest e-sim for Thailand available. Nomad as well as SimOptions also have very cheap e-sims for Thailand for $4 USD and $4.5 USD. These e-sims also only give you 1 GB data but are valid for 7 days.

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Why ordering an e-sim card for Thailand

As you have read I pretty much constantly use e-sim cards for traveling around the world. Mind you that I am a full time nomadic travel blogger and that I am on the road constantly and use about 30 - 40 different sim cards every year.

Traveltomtom is on a journey to travel to every country in the world and as of July 2024 I have visited more than 155 countries around the world.

E-sim cards are the easiest way to stay connected when traveling to Thailand in 2024. You arrange everything online in just a couple minutes. No more visiting a sim card shop and swapping physical sim cards in your phone. Order online, scan the QR code, follow the steps and you are connected in less than 2 minutes.

The most important reason is because we would like to stay connected on our trip to Thailand. Our smartphones are pretty useless without a working data connection. Think about ordering a taxi through an app (Uber is Grab in Thailand), finding nearby friends, restaurants, bars. Get directions from Google Maps or simply stay in touch with family back home, check out social media apps on long bus rides or check your banking apps when paying contactless.

So many reasons to stay connected when traveling and it makes your trip to Thailand so much more convenient and fun!

When staying connected we also want to make sure to not waste money on high roaming charges. Many mobile internet operators are still charge $2 USD per MB, that means just opening the Instagram app will already cost you 25 MB * $2 = $50 USD! Not kidding…

E-sim cards are also the easiest way to avoid high roaming charges!

International Data Roaming plans

So what about overseas data roaming plans? Well, did you read at what speed you can use data roaming while traveling in Thailand? In most cases mobile internet operators limit the data speed for data roaming plans, which means you end up with 3G data speed, but there is 5G in Thailand everywhere! 

Uncountable times travel friends have asked me: “can I use your hotspot? My data roaming plan is so slow, it is barely working!”. 

Trust me, get yourself an e-sim card or an international prepaid sim card for traveling to Thailand. Spend a couple dollars extra and be connected all the time instead of begging for WiFi or a hotspot from friends.

Where to buy an e-sim card for Thailand?

You can only buy an e-sim card for Thailand on the internet through an e-sim card provider. There are multiple e-sim card providers for Thailand nowadays. After comparing more than 7 e-sim card providers Traveltomtom determined that these are the best e-sim card providers for traveling to Thailand in 2024. 

On arrival in Thailand

When you arrive in Thailand and looking to buy an e-sim card for tourists then you will find out that all the Thailand mobile internet providers do NOT offer e-sim cards for prepaid plans. All the tourist sim cards for Thailand come as physical prepaid sim cards. Tourist e-sim cards are still not available as of July 2024.

For the best prepaid sim card for tourists in Thailand in 2024  click on the link to read my complete guide and comparison of all the mobile internet providers in Thailand, including a comparison of the 4G/5G network.

How to activate an e-sim card for Thailand

Don’t worry about this, activating an e-sim card is made as simple as possible by all the e-sim card providers. 

Once you choose your preferred e-sim card plan for Thailand you click on ‘order’. After the payment is processed you instantly receive a QR-code.

You will see a summary of your e-sim order including the QR code on your phone and you will also receive an email with the same QR code, directly after your payment has been processed.

The QR code contains all the information about your e-sim card for Thailand and the only thing you have to do is scan the code with the phone where you want to instal your e-sim card on.

Once you scan the code you will be guided through a couple simple steps and within less than 1 minute your e-sim card is successfully installed. Make sure you are connected to the WiFi when installing your e-sim card otherwise you will get an error.

Tip: if you order an e-sim card with the same phone where you want to instal the e-sim card on then ask a friend or someone nearby to take a photo of the QR code and then you scan the QR code from his/her phone and start the installation. 

When to order an e-sim card for Thailand?

You can order an e-sim card for Thailand pretty much any time you want. Some e-sim cards have to be installed within 1 month after ordering, some within 3 months after purchasing, so you have time.

More important therefore is when do you instal your Thailand e-sim card. The validity of some e-sims start straight after the installation, other e-sim cards only start their plan when they connect the first time to a supported network.

Traveltomtom advices to instal your e-sim card on the day of your departure to Thailand. Remember you must be connected to the internet to instal an e-sim card.

Or if you want to maximise your Thailand e-sim card plan then activate your the e-sim card on arrival after you connect to the free WiFi of Bangkok Airport or Phuket Airport or use the WiFi in your hotel.

Things to know before ordering an e-sim card for Thailand

Let me also give you some general tips for using e-sim cards. These general tips do not only apply for Thailand e-sim cards, but are things you need to know before buying an e-sim card in general.

Make sure your phone is unlocked

To make sure you didn't miss this, let me say this again: e-sim cards only work in UNLOCKED phones. If your phone is unlocked then you can use any e-sim card for Thailand without any problems.

If your phone is locked then ask your mobile internet provider from your home country to unlock your phone before your trip to Thailand. It is likely that your mobile internet provider will charge you a fee for unlocking your smartphone.

If you are unable to unlock your phone you can look into getting a pocket WiFi for traveling to Thailand or bring a second unlocked phone with you on your Thailand trip and use it as a portable Wifi device.

Which smartphones support e-sim cards?

Another very important condition you have to check before buying an e-sim card for Thailand is if your smartphone supports e-sim cards. If you have any of the latest mobile phones then there is no need to worry, all new smartphones support e-sim cards.

The fastest way to find out if your phone is e-sim compatible is by asking Google the question: is my … phone e-sim compatible? Simple as that!

Can I trust the online e-sim card providers?

All the e-sim card providers for Thailand recommended above ( SimOptions , Holafly,  Airalo and Nomad , Jetpac ) are reputable e-sim card providers reviewed and tested by Traveltomtom. All of them are licensed third party companies and resellers that partner or work directly with the mobile internet providers in Thailand.

Traveltomtom has successfully partnered for several consecutive years with SimOptions and Airalo. Nomad is a new partner of Traveltomtom, but has so far proven to be a reliable e-sim card provider. All e-sim card providers have their own Helpdesk that you can contact may you encounter any problems or in case you want to claim a refund.

Can I keep my phone number from home with an e-sim card for Thailand?

Yes, you can and this is for many people a reason to order an e-sim card to stay connected when traveling to Thailand. An e-sim card can be used next to your physical or e-sim card from your home country at the same time. You do not need a dual-sim phone for using an e-sim card. 

So you can have multiple e-sim cards installed on your phone? Yes, no problem at all!

For example: you can turn off the mobile data from your sim card from home but still use it for texting and calling. The Thailand e-sim card you can use just for data at the same time to ensure you are not wasting money on high roaming costs.

If your Thailand e-sim card also allows you to make phone calls and you want to make a local call in Thailand, you simply switch between the sim cards and make a local phone call with your Thailand e-sim card.

Can I make phone calls with an e-sim card for Thailand?

This depends on the type of e-sim card that you order. The SimOptions and Airalo e-sim cards for Thailand support calls and sms, the Jetpac, Holafly and Nomad e-sim cards for Thailand are data-only and calling and texting is not supported.

The DTAC Happy Tourist e-sim card, the by Traveltomtom most recommended e-sim card for Thailand, supports incoming and outgoing phone calls and sms. You can order the DTAC Happy Tourist e-sim card via  Airalo  or  SimOptions .

Does a Thailand e-sim card come with a phone number?

This also depends on the type of e-sim card that you buy. The e-sims from Airalo and SimOptions that support calls and sms they come with a phone number. The e-sims from Holafly, Jetpac and Nomad are data-only sim cards and do not support calling and texting and also do NOT come with a phone number.

The DTAC Happy Tourist sim card come with a Thai phone number that starts with +66.

All the specifications per Thailand e-sim are stated in my comparison of the best e-sim cards for Thailand above.

Can I use 5G on a Thailand e-sim card?

It completely depends on the type of e-sim card you order. In my comparison of the best e-sim cards for Thailand I specified per e-sim card if you can use 5G or only 4G/LTE network. Sometimes e-sim operators even specify the max data speed.

All the e-sims from Airalo, Holafly and SimOptions are 5G ready. Some of the e-sims from Nomad are 5G ready, but the Jetpac e-sims are NOT 5G ready and only support 4G/LTE.

Are there e-sim cards for Thailand with unlimited data?

Yes, there are e-sim cards for Thailand with unlimited data. However, this is mostly a marketing tool to make people buy an e-sim card. Always make sure the unlimited data is on max data speed.

A very good example are the Nomad e-sim card for Thailand with unlimited data . It seems like you get unlimited data but when you read the fine print it says that after 2 GB data per day you data speed is reduced. Which basically means data speed as if you are on an E-signal, barely enough for using WhatsApp or checking emails.

They limit (how ironic) the data speed for 24 hours down to 512 Kbps. Completely useless when you ask me.

Always ask yourself is unlimited truly unlimited. Is there a catch? If the unlimited data is not on max data speed, then there is a so called FUP. Which means that your data speed will be capped after you used an X amount of Gigabytes. 

Holafly is an e-sim card provider that sells e-sim cards with unlimited data for Thailand and uses a so-called Fair Use Policy (FUP). Holafly does NOT specify what the FUP is. Which is very dissatisfying.

Traveltomtom does NOT recommend Thailand e-sims with unlimited data plans with an FUP. On Holafly e-sims I experienced a reduce in data speed after using more than 2 GB per day. After I contacted support they explained me that I had to wait for 24 hours until my data speed was restored to normal.

Those 24 hours were a nightmare as my data speed was barely enough to use WhatsApp. Social media was not even loading!

Especially on days that you have a long bus or train ride and you need a lot of data, you definitely don't want any data speed restrictions that day.

Again, Traveltomtom does NOT recommend e-sim cards for Thailand with unlimited data. But if you think you will never use more than 2 GB per day, then Holafly might be your favorite e-sim card.

However, if you don't use so much data per day then what's the point of an e-sim with unlimited data... is what you have to ask yourself.

Another reason why I advice you to take a close at my comparison of the best e-sim cards for traveling to Thailand in 2024 and read all the specifications.

Or simply just go with my recommendation of the 5G ready DTAC e-sim card from Airalo .

Best ways to stay connected when traveling to Thailand

Let me also introduce to you other ways to stay connected when traveling to Thailand. E-sim cards are the easiest and fastest way to get data on your phone when traveling to Thailand, but there are more options.

There are 3 ways to stay connected when traveling to Thailand to avoid roaming charges:

Local prepaid sim cards

International prepaid sim cards, e-sim cards.

Let me explain all the options and compare e-sim cards, local prepaid sim cards and international prepaid sim cards for you to make you understand what is your preferred way to stay connected.

If you use a lot of data a local prepaid sim card for Thailand is probably the cheapest way to stay connected depending on the length of your trip. However, local prepaid sim cards can only be purchased on arrival in Thailand. 

There are endless opportunities to buy a sim card for Thailand at Bangkok Airport , check the link for more info and I will tell you if tourists are able to buy an e-sim card for Thailand on arrival at Bangkok Airport or check out my vlog about my arrival and my experiences buying a sim card at Bangkok Airport  in the link.

When in doubt about ordering an e-sim card for Thailand and you want more info about Thailand prepaid sim cards then read my complete guide for buying a sim card for Thailand in 2024 .

The advantage of local prepaid sim cards is that you buy them directly from the mobile internet provider. You get the cheapest prices, unlimited local calls & sms included, the biggest data packages and the fastest data speed. Local prepaid sim cards in Thailand all offer 5G, the max data speed on prepaid sim cards varies a lot per operator though.

For those who have smartphones that are not e-sim compatible or those who rather put a physical sim card in their phones there are also international prepaid sim cards with data  for traveling to Thailand that you can order online.

You order an international prepaid sim card for Thailand on the internet. A pre-activated physical sim card will be delivered to your home address. You put this sim card in your phone during your flight and as soon as the plane touches the ground and the sim card connects to a supported network you are online. Plug and play.

Click here to order a physical international prepaid sim card for Thailand directly online via SimOptions .

The advantage of an international prepaid sim card is that it often includes calling and texting and e-sim cards are mostly data-only sim cards.

In fact there are two e-sim card options:

• E-sim cards you buy on the internet through a third party
• E-sim cards provided by the Thailand mobile internet providers

The big difference is that e-sim cards provided by the local internet operators in Thailand: DTAC, AIS and True Move can only be purchased in Thailand at one of their phone stores.

However, none of the mobile internet providers in Thailand offer e-sim cards for prepaid plans for tourists, only for postpaid and residents in Thailand are able to get a local e-sim card plan.

Which makes it that if you want an e-sim card for Thailand you will have to order one online from the above mentioned e-sim card providers.

E-sim cards vs. local prepaid sim cards 

Getting an e-sim card is the easiest way to stay connected when traveling to Thailand, no doubt! You arrange everything online within just a couple click. Right here, right now if you want and you are all set for your trip to Thailand. As soon as the plane lands, you are online.

But what is cheaper? An e-sim card or a local prepaid sim card? When we compare Thailand e-sim card prices with local prepaid sim cards for Thailand I come to the conclusion that buying a prepaid sim card on arrival in Thailand is a little cheaper.

With local Thailand prepaid sim cards you get more data for the same price, so for people that use a lot of GB’s per day an e-sim card will turn out to be a little more expensive.

The downside is that you can only buy a Thailand prepaid sim card after you arrive. So you won’t be able to arrived prepared. On arrival in Thailand you will have to go to a sim card shop and buy a prepaid sim card for tourists.

After a long flight when you just want to go to your hotel that is often a big task and therefore a lot of travelers simply get an e-sim card for Thailand. Faster, easier and less stress!

Another difference between a local prepaid sim card and an e-sim card is that e-sim cards are often through a third party, a so called MVNO (Mobile Virtual Network Operator). These MVNO’s operate the network of one of the main mobile internet operators and basically buy bandwidth on the mobile data network from one of the main mobile internet providers.

This may sound a little bit too technical, but what it means is that e-sim cards through an MVNO are the last ones in line. Especially during peak times, the performance of an e-sim cards is less compared to local prepaid sim cards directly bought from a mobile internet operator.

Bottomline: the data speed of e-sim cards can be less compared to a local prepaid sim card.

In case the e-sim card is provided directly by the main mobile network operator like in Thailand for example from DTAC then the above does NOT apply. However, if you for example order a SimOptions Thailand e-sim card then you are last in line at peak times.

I am sure some of the above tips for finding an e-sim card for your trip to Thailand were helpful. I hope that after reading through my comparison of the best e-sim cards for Thailand it was easier to make a decision and order your e-sim card right away.

If you still have questions then please leave me a comment below or reach out to me on social media and I am more than happy to help you out.

Curious what it looks like trying to visit every country in the world ? Go check out my Instagram account @traveltomtom and follow along. As of July 2024 I have visited more than 155 countries, so still a long way to go.

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This is the Best Travel eSIM for Thailand!? [My review on dtac Tourist eSIM]

In-depth article on possibly the most cost-effective and reliable eSIM for travel in Thailand.

Thailand, one of the world's top tourist destinations, attracts countless travelers each year. As "travel eSIMs" gain rapid popularity among international tourists, the options for prepaid eSIMs for travelers to Thailand have significantly increased in the last couple of yers.

However, with more choices available, it can become challenging to decide which eSIM to choose.

That’s exactly why I took the time to carefully research and hand-pick one of the most promising eSIM options tailored for travelers visiting Thailand 🇹🇭, tested locally, and compiled the information in this article.

If you are planning to travel or go on a business trip to Thailand and are considering using an eSIM for mobile internet (which you definitely should), I hope this article proves useful.

The travel eSIMs featured in this article are hand-picked from the travel eSIM comparison website "eSIMDB" . There are many other eSIMs and data plans available on eSIMDB, so be sure to check them out 👇 before you make the final decision.

dtac Happy Tourist eSIM Overview

One of the major Thai telecoms, dtac, offers a tourist SIM card called Happy Tourist SIM , and they have an eSIM version of that which provides incredible value for money, making it my No.1 recommended eSIM for Thailand.

The physical SIM card version has been a popular tourist SIM for a long time, and is sold at Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), Don Mueang Airport (DMK), Phuket Airport, Chiang Rai Airport, and other airports. This Happy Tourist SIM from dtac is likely one of the most purchased tourist SIM cards in Thailand (definitely top 3 in my opinion).

While the AIS " SIM2Fly " is another well-known SIM brand for Thai travel, dtac's Happy Tourist SIM offers better value.

I'll cover the actual connectivity quality in a later section, but so far, this eSIM version seems to be arguably the best travel eSIM option available in Thailand .

*However, if you'll be traveling to quite remote areas within Thailand, I'd recommend checking dtac's service area (cellular coverage) first.

Plans and Prices for Happy Tourist eSIM

*The plans and pricing information is current as of the time of writing. Prices may be cheaper during promotions, etc. and additional plan options could be introduced.

While there used to be only 2 plans available, the dtac official product page for tourist now lists 6 plans.

They can be grouped into the following two types:

• dtac Happy Tourist Infinite SIM (New unlimited plan)
• dtac Happy Tourist SIM

Both types include a Thai phone number (+66) and allows you to make calls and send SMS, which is a strong selling point in my opinion. And of course, eSIM version is available for both types.

Happy Tourist Infinite SIM

Simply put, this type comes with unlimited mobile data and unlimited calls within Thailand.

There are 3 plans available based on the number of valid days. The details are summarized in the table below.

*All available in eSIM version.

As you can see in the table above, aside from the validity and prices, the plan details are exactly the same.

The official selling price is 449 - 1,199 THB, but each reseller sets their own price. Will explain it the Where and how to buy section.

Happy Tourist SIM

This is the original, standard Happy Tourist SIM. It's more affordable than the Infinite plans, and personally, I recommend this one more.

There are 3 plans available based on the data allowance and valid period:

*Calls to dtac numbers are free.

*While dtac WiFi access isn't explicitly mentioned, I was able to use it in Bangkok. So it seems dtac WiFi usage is also unlimited.

Among these, I personally recommend the "50GB / 10 Days" plan . Here are the benefits of the 50GB plan:

✅ Even if you use up 50GB of data, you can still use unlimited data at a reduced speed (normally 384kbps, but promotions sometimes increase it to 15Mbps)

✅ Unlimited calls to dtac numbers

✅ Up to 100 minutes of free calls to non-dtac numbers within Thailand

✅ Unlimited chat on 5 messaging apps like Facebook Messenger and WhatsApp

✅ Unlimited dtac WiFi usage

If you think you'll use over 50GB in 10 days, then of course you should consider the unlimited plans, but normally, I don't think most people use 5GB per day, so 50GB should be more than enough.

Also, having up to 100 minutes of free calls (to non-dtac numbers) for 10 days is plenty for normal tourism purposes.

So there are hardly any downsides to this plan.

The only drawback I can think of is the 10-day validity period. If you're staying in Thailand for more than 10 days, you could either choose the (pricier) 30-day unlimited plan, or just buy multiple 50GB plans. Alternatively, some of the other eSIMs you can find on eSIMDB might fit your needs and itinerary better.

Where and How to Buy It (My Recommendations)

While it seems like this eSIM can now be purchased directly from dtac's official website (which wasn't possible before), the process was terrible when I tried, requiring passport or ID upload and getting stuck midway.

So personally, I recommend purchasing from one of dtac's official reseller partners instead. It's not only easier but also tends to be cheaper .

The number of reseller partners has been increasing, and currently there are 8 companies listed on the official website. Of course, regardless of where you buy it from, the eSIM itself is the same.

Recommended Reseller No.1: Nomad

Nomad undoubtedly offers one of the best user experiences when it comes to travel eSIMs. Sometimes the number of their offerings can be a bit overwhelming, but they are usually very affordable.

On Nomad, the 50GB / 10 Days plan is $8.

Plus, using the promo code " ESIMDB3 " gives you a $3 discount . The code can only be used once, but if it works for you, this could be the cheapest way to buy one.

Both their website and mobile app have a simple design, and the purchase process is very straightforward.

Again, use "ESIMDB3" to get $3 OFF.

Related article

• How to buy and install Nomad eSIM

Recommended Reseller No.2: Airalo

Airalo , arguably the most well-known brand in the travel eSIM industry, is also one of the recommended partners for purchasing the dtac Happy Tourist eSIM.

The sale prices on Airalo are:

• 50GB / 10 Days : $9.90
• Unlimited 15 Days : $19.95

Additionally, using the promo code " ESIMDB10 " gives you a 10% discount on the purchase amount.

With this discount, the 50GB plan comes to under $9, which is probably cheaper than buying from the official website.

I've personally used Airalo many times before and considering online payments, they're more trustworthy than dtac's official site.

• How to buy and install Airalo eSIM

Other Reseller Options

The pricing for dtac's eSIM is essentially open, so each reseller sets their own prices for sales. So you might be able to find somewhere selling it cheaper than Nomad or Airalo.

Here are some resellers with relatively low prices, generally speaking.

eSIMX is a relatively new player in the travel eSIM market, but they prices are very competitive.

On their Thailand eSIM page , make sure to select " VOICE, DATA, SMS " tab.

The 50GB plan is sold at $8.27. And using the promo code " ESIMDB10 " gives you an additional 10% OFF , bringing it under $8.

MobiMatter is another company / website selling the dtac Happy Tourist eSIM.

MobiMatter has very competitive prices in general, typically cheaper than most of the official resellers.

15GB / 8 Days plan is currently sold at $7.99 on their site.

Installing eSIM

This time, I bought a Happy Tourist eSIM 50GB Plan from Nomad . And they sent me a QR code to install eSIM right after the purchase is complete.

• How to install eSIM on iPhone with QR code

Installing / activating an eSIM on your phone is a straightforward process and should complete in a minute or two. Just tap, tap, tap, and done.

Once it's installed, it probably shows " Activating... " but it's normal if you are outside of Thailand.

Whenever you install a prepaid / travel eSIM, I highly recommend updating the Cellular Plan Label to easily identify the eSIM and distinguish it from other cellular plans on your phone. I usually do so with a country flag emoji to make it even easier to spot.

I successfully installed the eSIM on my iPhone 15 Pro the day before my trip. (FYI, the plan validity starts from this point). It's generally recommended to install pior to the trip.

Testing in Bangkok

• The connectivity / speed tests were conducted in Bangkok and its surrounding tourist areas.
• Tested in May 2024

After arriving at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), I turned on the dtac Happy Tourist eSIM, set it for Cellular Data, and I was able to connect to the internet within seconds.

As expected, local eSIMs seem to connect quickly. No Data Roaming or other settings were necessary.

In Bangkok, I was connected to dtac's 5G almost the entire time. (Occasionally on 4G.)

For some reason, the carrier display name is the rather long " dtac.Better Together ".

Speed Tests

From left to right are the speed test results near Phrom Phong BTS Station, around Terminal 21, and at Suvarnabhumi Airport.

Being a local eSIM, the Ping is good at around 30 ms. Both download and upload speeds are quite satisfactory too considering it's a prepaid travel eSIM. (Not comparable to the 5G experience you'd get in developed countries though.)

There were times when the speed temporarily dropped, but overall the speeds were as good as I expected it to be at least. I never experienced any noticeable packet congestion.

In addition to Bangkok, I also stayed in Hua Hin for a few days. There were no issues with signal conditions there too, and I was able to use mobile internet comfortably the entire time.

I also used tethering (internet sharing) quite heavily, but this too worked without any problems.

How to Check Data Balance and Plan Expiry Date

Unfortunately, checking data balance for dtac's Happy Tourist eSIM is a bit troublesome.

You need to access the following dtac webpage, click the "Check balance, Top-up and Add-On Package" at the bottom of the page, enter your phone number, receive a one-time password (OTP) via SMS.

As for the call credit balance and plan expiration date, you can check by dialing the following number from the phone app:

Dial *101*9# and tap 📞

Within a few seconds, you'll receive the information via SMS like this:

Final Thoughts

dtac Happy Tourist eSIM, regardless of which plan you choose, undoubtedly offers great value for money. Based on my own positive experience using this eSIM in Thailand, I can confidently recommend it as your top choice for the following reasons:

✅ Affordable pricing (50GB / 10 Day plan for under $10, Unlimited 15 Day plan for under $20)

✅ Local connection without roaming = low latency (less sluggish) compared to roaming eSIMs

✅ Call credit included + Unlimited domestic calls to dtac numbers

✅ Fulfills typical travel connectivity needs with reliable cellular performance (though not super fast)

✅ Robust coverage in the majority of Thai cities (though AIS is probably better for very rural areas)

✅ Supports Personal Hotspot (tethering) to connect multiple devices

If you are traveling more than 10 or 15 days, you'd have to either buy multiple eSIMs or you might want to find a different eSIM with a longer validity from eSIMDB 👇.

• 50GB in 5G/ 4G Max speed.
• Unlimited internet with 384 Kbps after the 50GB allowance.
• Local Thai mobile number with free calls between dtac numbers.
• Tethering (sharing wifi) is allowed.
• Free 15-baht call credit
• 300 min for calls to India, South Korea, Vietnam
• Perfect for calls via WhatsApp, Skype etc.
• The eSIM QR code can be scanned only once.
• Once scanned, do not delete or try moving to another device.
• For Thailand only.
• Valid for 10 days from first use.
• Unlimited 5 chat apps usage
• Unlimited 5G internet at Max speed.
• Local mobile number with free calls in Thailand.
• Free 100-baht call credit
• Valid for 8 days from first use.
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• For Thailand only
• Valid for 15 days from first use
• Valid for 30 days from first use

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Asia: Bangladesh, Brunei, Cambodia, China (including Tibet Autonomous Region), Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Japan, Kazakhstan, Korea (South), Laos, Macau, Malaysia, Myanmar, Pakistan, Philippines, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Uzbekistan, Vietnam

Middle East: Israel, Qatar

Oceania:  Australia

• 6GB valid for 10 days from first use.
• 4G / LTE speed
• For data only: no GSM calls nor SMS.

America:  United States of America (including Hawaii and  Virgin  Islands ),  Canada,  Brazil,  Mexico, Puerto Rico,  Honduras

Middle East:   Egypt ,  Saudi Arabia,  United Arab Emirates,  Qatar,  Israel

Africa:  Ghana, South Africa

Oceania:   Australia, New Zealand

Asia:  Armenia, Bangladesh, Brunei, Cambodia, China, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Japan, Kazakhstan, South Korea, Laos, Macau, Malaysia, Pakistan, Philippines, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Uzbekistan, Vietnam

Europe : Albania, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Isle of Man, Italy, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Malta, Montenegro, Netherlands, Northern Ireland, Norway (Includes Svalbard), Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia, Serbia, Slovak, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland , Turkey ,   United Kingdom ,  Ukraine, Vatican City.

• 6GB valid for 15 days from first use.

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Happy Tourist SIM

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Internet speed will be throttled to 384 Kbps until the end of your package; either 4, 8 or 1 5 days.

The use of extra data will be charged at 2 baht/MB. If you need add more data, please click

"You can find suitable data package at http://bit.ly/dtourist or by dialing USSD below to apply data package: - you can press *103*653# to add 3 GB data at max speed at 84.53 baht (VAT included). - you can press *103*654# to add 6 GB data at max speed at 105.93 baht (VAT included). - you can press *103*655# to add 9 GB data at max speed at 127.33 baht (VAT included)."

You can top up your credit by - cash card available at convenience stores natinawide - top -up service at cashier counter of convenience stores natinawide - Online top-up via credit/debit card/Alipay/WeChat pay via http://bit.ly/dtourist

Press *101*1*9 or click

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Yes, dtac Happy SIM card is able to work with every phone model.

There are 2 reasons of call credit running out; 1. Either local call to non-dtac number or international calls are made. 2. Data is used without data package.You can apply package and top up at http://bit.ly/dtourist

Call credit is the amount of money as your package value which can be used to buy package and make calls both of local call and international call.

You can call below number ask for help: - dtac call center : 1678 - dtac Chinese call center: *800 - dtac WeChat offical center: dtacHappy

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