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What are expats' experiences using eSIMs in Thailand?

Dec 15, 2023
a year ago
Allen **********
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Is anyone using an eSim in Thailand? Where did you get it? What has been your experience?
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This discussion centers around the experiences of expats using eSIMs in Thailand. Contributors share their methods of obtaining eSIMs from various carriers like AIS and DTAC, citing locations such as Central Festival Pattaya and airports for convenience. Many emphasize the ease of setup, with some noting the ability to upgrade to 5G and use unlimited data plans. Recommendations for mobile providers include AIS for better coverage and ease of use for tourists. Overall, users express satisfaction with their eSIM experiences, highlighting quick service and reliable connectivity.
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Anita ******
I came back in Nov and used Airalo. It was simple and could just add more data online. I was there for over 5 weeks. I have an iPhone.
Nick ******
@Anita *****
I use the same app, used it for the first time this trip. Easy to set up and works perfectly 👌
Anita ******
@Nick *****
yes, I was also a first time user. I usually take another phone and add a sim. But I won’t bother next year.
Myles *******
Currently using Dtac eSIM via the app “Airolo”. I will switch to AIS once this two week plan runs out. I hear it’s better. This one works but I think I can get more for less and I hear AIS is the better network.
Taiane ***********
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AAron *******
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I've been travelling to Thailand every 2 weeks for the past 18 months and purchased a 15 day pass each time. Never had a single issue. Easy to install and great speed/coverage with DTAC 5G which includes a local Thai phone number with the ESIM (can be very handy) . Can't recommend them highly enough.
Derek ************
I converted my sim to eSIM at AiS shop in Central and upgraded from 4g to 5g it took a few minutes, unlimited data cost just over 400 THB per month pad as you go no contract.
Jonathan ************
dtac central festival, 5 minutes to get, works great
Manfred **********
You can get it from any provider's website. That's also the place to choose your plan
Brian *********
Yep, can get it just walking toward the airport exit, easy peasy. 👍
Phil ******
@Allen *********
I don't have an esim but all 3 carriers in Thailand have them and plans associated. AIS is my preferred carrier as it has the widest coverage. Goodluck.
Wayne *********
I have my home number as eSIM then i can use a sim in the sim tray from any country i visit.

You can get eSIM at airport on arrival and they will set it up for you if you want a thai eSIM. Obviously your phone must be eSIM compatible most are nowadays but still some are not.
Tony *********
@Wayne ********
same here .
Steve **********
I got one at AIS in central festival Pattaya. It took less than 5 minutes and works perfectly.
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