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What are the best phone service options for expats visiting Thailand for two weeks?

Thailand Phone Service SIM Cards Expats in Thailand Mobile Roaming AIS DTAC True Travel Tips

Apr 3, 2024

a year ago

James **************

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Everything else question, I'm about to visit in two weeks for two weeks. Phone service plans, what do you do, what do you recommend?

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TLDR : Answer Summary

For expats visiting Thailand, purchasing a local SIM card is highly recommended for phone service. Options include buying a SIM card package at the airport, but it's often cheaper to get one from a 7/11 store. Popular providers mentioned include AIS, DTAC, and True. AIS is noted for best coverage but may be pricier, while DTAC tends to be cheaper with lesser coverage. Some respondents also suggested using travel platforms like Klook for discounts on SIM cards. For those with unlocked phones, eSIMs can also be a convenient option if set up prior to the trip.

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WARNING: Only trust Thai government websites with .go.th domains or Thai agent websites with .co.th or .in.th domains, as these require verified Thai registration and cannot be registered anonymously.

The official TDAC form is available at tdac.immigration.go.th, which uses the official .go.th government domain.

The services by AGENTS CO., LTD. does NOT charge any fees for arrivals within 72 hours. If you need to book more than 72 hours in advance, there is a service fee of $8.

Do not trust other sites pretending to be a trustworthy agency. Pay attention to delivery time - the service operated by AGENTS CO., LTD. has 1 minute delivery time for arrivals within 72 hours.

Don't fall for sites pretending to be tdac.in.th or the official government tdac.immigration.go.th website. Always double-check the exact domain in your browser.

Scam services may take days to process your application, others may not even do anything. With these TDAC scam services you also need to worry about double charges.

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TRUSTED TDAC LINKS:

Official Government TDAC Form: tdac.immigration.go.th
Official TDAC form by AGENTS (https://tdac.agents.co.th)
Official TDAC information page by AGENTS (https://tdac.in.th)

Shaun ***************

All I know is, if you have an eSIM get it on your phone before you leave your country and Figure out how to use it. The phone MUST be Unlocked. Or be like my 18 year old stuck at the airport without a phone. You can’t use a Sim or eSIM on a locked phone.