🇻🇳 Best SIM cards for Vietnam
Comparing 32 plans from 4 providers
💡 Viettel has the widest national coverage, including remote mountain areas (Ha Giang loop, Sapa, Ba Be Lake) and rural Vietnam — the recommended choice if you plan to travel off the beaten path. Mobifone and Vietnamobile are strong in cities. Data is exceptionally cheap (10–20 GB for $3–8). 4G coverage is excellent in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang, Hoi An, Hue and Ha Long Bay. Ha Giang loop has Viettel signal on main roads but dead zones in deep mountain passes. Download offline maps before remote trips.
| Provider | Type | Data | Validity | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Provider Saily★ Recommended | TypeeSIM | Data1.00 GB | Validity7 days | Price $3.99Best price | Get this SIM |
| Provider Saily Perfect for a short trip or arrival day. | TypeeSIM | Data1.00 GB | Validity7 days | Price $3.99 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Nomad | TypeeSIM | Data1.00 GB | Validity7 days | Price $4.00 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Holafly★ Recommended Holafly 1-day eSIM. Activate before boarding, works from the moment you land. | TypeeSIM | DataUnlimited data | Validity1 days | Price $5.90 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Saily★ Recommended | TypeeSIM | Data3.00 GB | Validity30 days | Price $7.99 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Saily Local Vietnam network. Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh, Ha Long Bay, Hoi An. | TypeeSIM | Data3.00 GB | Validity30 days | Price $7.99 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Nomad | TypeeSIM | Data3.00 GB | Validity30 days | Price $8.00 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Nomad | TypeeSIM | Data5.00 GB | Validity30 days | Price $10.00 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Saily | TypeeSIM | Data5.00 GB | Validity30 days | Price $10.99 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Saily Best balance of data and price for Vietnam. | TypeeSIM | Data5.00 GB | Validity30 days | Price $10.99 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Holafly | TypeeSIM | DataUnlimited data | Validity3 days | Price $11.90 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Nomad | TypeeSIM | Data10.00 GB | Validity30 days | Price $17.00 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Saily | TypeeSIM | Data10.00 GB | Validity30 days | Price $17.99 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Saily Best value for Vietnam. Full month. | TypeeSIM | Data10.00 GB | Validity30 days | Price $17.99 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Nomad | TypeeSIM | DataUnlimited data | Validity5 days | Price $18.00 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Nomad | TypeeSIM | Data15.00 GB | Validity30 days | Price $20.00 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Holafly | TypeeSIM | DataUnlimited data | Validity5 days | Price $20.50 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Nomad 20 GB across Asia-Pacific: Japan, Korea, Thailand, Indonesia, Australia and more. | TypeeSIM | Data20.00 GB | Validity30 days | Price $22.00 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Nomad | TypeeSIM | Data20.00 GB | Validity45 days | Price $23.00 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Airalo Unlimited on Vinaphone. Covers Hanoi, HCMC, Da Nang, Ha Long Bay. | TypeeSIM | DataUnlimited data | Validity7 days | Price $27.00 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Holafly | TypeeSIM | DataUnlimited data | Validity7 days | Price $27.50 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Holafly Unlimited on Viettel/Vinaphone. Hanoi, HCMC, Da Nang, Ha Long Bay. | TypeeSIM | DataUnlimited data | Validity7 days | Price $27.50 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Saily Heavy data users — streaming, remote work. | TypeeSIM | Data20.00 GB | Validity30 days | Price $28.99 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Saily | TypeeSIM | Data20.00 GB | Validity30 days | Price $28.99 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Nomad | TypeeSIM | DataUnlimited data | Validity10 days | Price $33.00 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Holafly | TypeeSIM | DataUnlimited data | Validity10 days | Price $36.50 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Nomad | TypeeSIM | Data50.00 GB | Validity30 days | Price $39.00 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Saily | TypeeSIM | DataUnlimited data | Validity5 days | Price $48.99 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Holafly★ Recommended | TypeeSIM | DataUnlimited data | Validity15 days | Price $50.50 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Airalo Unlimited on Vinaphone for extended Vietnam travel. | TypeeSIM | DataUnlimited data | Validity30 days | Price $72.00 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Holafly | TypeeSIM | DataUnlimited data | Validity30 days | Price $73.90 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Holafly Full month unlimited Vietnam. Best for slow travellers. | TypeeSIM | DataUnlimited data | Validity30 days | Price $73.90 | Get this SIM |
Our recommendations for Vietnam
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Order your eSIM before departure — nothing to buy on arrival. Works from the moment you land.
Best option for short trips or if you don't want to deal with local operator stores.
About these providers
Strengths
- +Largest selection — 200+ countries, multiple local operators per country
- +Very competitive data-capped plans (cheapest overall for data)
- +Instant QR code activation — works within seconds
- +Excellent iOS & Android app with real-time data tracking
- +Physical SIM available for some destinations
Weaknesses
- −Data-only — no calls or SMS on most plans
- −Too many options can be overwhelming
- −Prices displayed in AUD (confusing for non-Australians)
- −Customer support can be slow
Strengths
- +Unlimited data on ALL plans — no data stress ever
- +1-day plans from $5.90 — perfect for arrival day
- +Simple pricing — few options, no confusion
- +Live chat customer support
- +Social media (WhatsApp, Instagram) always free on top
Weaknesses
- −More expensive than Airalo for stays over 10 days
- −Data-only — no calls or SMS
- −No physical SIM option
Strengths
- +Best multi-country regional plans in the market
- +Global plans up to 180 days or 1 year — ideal for long trips
- +Simple, clean interface — easy to choose
- +Competitive pricing for multi-destination trips
Weaknesses
- −Fewer individual country options than Airalo
- −Data-only — no calls or SMS
- −Less name recognition than Airalo/Holafly
Strengths
- +Made by Nord Security — the NordVPN creators (trusted brand)
- +Often cheaper than Airalo for data-capped plans
- +150+ countries covered
- +Clean app with real-time data usage tracker
- +Flexible packages: 1 GB to 20 GB
Weaknesses
- −Data-capped only — no unlimited plans
- −Newer provider (launched 2023) — fewer user reviews
- −No physical SIM
Getting a local SIM in Vietnam
🏪Where to buy
Airport counters at Noi Bai (HAN, Hanoi), Tan Son Nhat (SGN, Ho Chi Minh City) and Da Nang (DAD) — in the arrivals hall, hard to miss. In cities: mobile phone shops on every street (particularly Pho Trang Thi in Hanoi, Le Van Sy in Ho Chi Minh City). Convenience stores (GS25, FamilyMart, Ministop) also sell SIMs. In tourist towns (Hoi An, Hue, Nha Trang, Sapa): sold at tourist shops and guesthouses.
📄Documents needed
Passport required. Vietnam mandates SIM registration with a valid ID document. Airport counters and official stores scan your passport and register the SIM in your name — this takes 2–5 minutes. Some airport counters sell pre-registered tourist SIMs that are legally registered to the operator for tourist use.
💡Tips & coverage
Viettel has the widest national coverage, including remote mountain areas (Ha Giang loop, Sapa, Ba Be Lake) and rural Vietnam — the recommended choice if you plan to travel off the beaten path. Mobifone and Vietnamobile are strong in cities. Data is exceptionally cheap (10–20 GB for $3–8). 4G coverage is excellent in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang, Hoi An, Hue and Ha Long Bay. Ha Giang loop has Viettel signal on main roads but dead zones in deep mountain passes. Download offline maps before remote trips.
Local SIM prices in Vietnam
Typical cost if you buy a physical SIM card on arrival (for comparison only).
| Data | Validity | Est. price |
|---|---|---|
| 10.00 GB | 30 days | $3.00–$8.00 |
Prices are estimates based on tourist SIM cards available locally. Actual prices vary by operator and date.