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Feb 5, 2026
3 months ago
Andree *********
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please advise how to obtain telephone card for using my internet and whatsapp,
21 comments
Jan 11, 2026
4 months ago
Alison **********
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Hi, I’m going into AIS tomorrow to get a Thai phone plan so I can start the process of opening a bank account. I’m hoping someone can give me some advice re what type of plan I need to get? Will a pre paid plan be accepted? Or do I need to sign up for a monthly plan? And if so, how do I pay for it if I don’t have a bank account? Thanks very much for any advice 😊
41 comments
Dec 29, 2025
4 months ago
Tracy *******
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Traveling to Thailand next week, What is the Best ESIM Card Service to Get?

TYIA
64 comments
Oct 4, 2025
7 months ago
Waqar ********
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How do you guys take SIM in Thailand? Is it straightforward, what documents they ask? Since I am planning to stay long-term (DTV) or at least visit time to time so visitor's SIM is not an option and I want to get a full local SIM. Where to get the SIM, at the airport or from city center for better rates? For the network, AIS is the best I guess?
24 comments
Sep 29, 2025
7 months ago
Tony *****
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Hi,

Just wondering if anyone used JetSim physical sim card in Thailand before and don't mind sharing your experience?

Not sure if it requires biometric registration now under the new sim card rules in Thailand.

Thanks.
1 comments
Jul 9, 2025
10 months ago
I’m in. Thanks for your help. Arrived at Bkk and was stamped in no problem, even though I put the wrong arrival dated on my, digital arrival card. Just got scolded a little. I was informed that the digital arrival card is required every time you return.

Still a little confusion in a few areas. We all know about the banking. But had a confusing conversation with a True mobile counter help. She informed me there was no E-sim available for True on a tourist visa longer than 30 days. You had to get a new number every 30 days. Anyone have any information regarding esims and the DTV?
20 comments
Jun 1, 2025
a year ago
Royce *******
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Okay, not too savvy about how I will be able to use my phone in Thailand. Traveling from Texas. What do I need to do so I can use my phone?
54 comments
Apr 29, 2025
a year ago
Nick *******
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Hi everyone, I'm in the process of applying for a non-immigrant O/A e-visa through the Thai Consulate in the UAE and have a couple of questions. I wrote to them but they only answered one and ignored the other two. I'm hoping you can help. The first is about our air tickets. The form asks for arrival and departure dates, so do we need to buy return tickets and get a refund once the retirement visa is issued in Bangkok? The form also requires a Thai phone number. I thought I could select a UAE one, but that option is not there. Is there an e-sim we can buy from outside Thailand that would be acceptable? I've found some, but without an ID card, I can only buy a tourist SIM and am not sure it would be acceptable.

Thanks in advance for your help.
16 comments
Nov 7, 2024
a year ago
Proud DTV holder here! Just arrived! What cell phone plan do you all recommend? I’ll be here at least six months. Looks like AIS requires a work permit but DTAC/True are cool without? Tips?
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