SIM & Internet

Where to buy a local SIM card in Da Nang if your phone does not support eSIM?

For a short trip, travelers suggest arranging a Viettel eSIM in advance through Trip.com, but phones without eSIM support will need a physical local SIM. For longer stays, get a Vietnamese SIM card in person using your passport.

4 sources · 36 days ago

How much does a SIM card or eSIM with mobile data cost in Da Nang, Vietnam?

A Viettel eSIM with 8GB/day costs around 200,000 VND (150K for the plan plus 50K activation fee), while regular 3-5GB/day plans for 30 days cost roughly $3-8 USD equivalent.

1 source · 67 days ago

Where to buy a SIM card in Da Nang for tourists?

Travelers flying to Da Nang in 2026 suggested two routes: get an eSIM on Trip.com in advance if your phone supports it, or buy a regular SIM card after arrival — in July 2026 one traveler said the cost works out about the same. In September 2026 another added that when applying for the Vietnamese e-visa you can get a free one-day MobiFone eSIM, activate it on landing, and then buy a SIM in town. Trip.com eSIMs are mostly data-only, without a phone number.

1 source · 13 days ago

How much should a Viettel SIM card cost in Da Nang and how to avoid overpaying?

A standard Viettel SIM plan costs around 180,000 VND without extra fees; if a shop asks for a one-time 550,000 VND payment plus 3 months prepaid and lets you pick your number, that's an inflated price — try another Viettel office or operator instead.

1 source · 28 days ago

Which eSIM works in both Vietnam and Thailand, and can I still receive SMS and calls on my home SIM while traveling?

For Da Nang and onward travel to Thailand, choose a Southeast Asia regional eSIM on Trip.com and select both countries. Keep your home SIM active on roaming to receive incoming SMS and calls.

2 sources · 11 days ago

How to access home-country websites (e.g. government/banking portals) from Da Nang, Vietnam using a VPN?

To access Gosuslugi and other Russian sites from Da Nang, you need a VPN — some services offer a 1-day free trial and work both inside and outside Russia.

2 sources · 11 days ago

eSIM or physical SIM card in Da Nang: which is better and where to buy one?

Most travelers recommend buying a physical SIM (Viettel/Mobifone) right at Da Nang airport for about $6-12 with 2-4 weeks of unlimited data — cheaper and more reliable than an eSIM bought in your home country.

2 sources · 85 days ago

How to get mobile internet on arrival in Da Nang: is there airport Wi‑Fi and should you install an eSIM in advance?

Da Nang Airport has free Wi‑Fi: in summer 2026 travelers wrote that it is enough to book a ride right after landing, so you can manage without connectivity bought in advance. Many still recommend installing an eSIM beforehand, for example via Trip.com, so mobile data works as soon as you land. In August 2026 buying a SIM card at the airport was described as a gamble, though one participant thought it was slightly cheaper.

2 sources · 67 days ago

What SIM card or eSIM is best for tourists in Da Nang, and how much does mobile data cost?

For Da Nang, travelers most often recommend Viettel. One reported option was about 180k VND for a SIM with 6 GB per day for the first month, then 90k VND per month for 1.5 GB per day; for eSIM, one traveler mentioned buying through Trip.com for about 1800 RUB for 18 days.

2 sources · 84 days ago

Best SIM card or eSIM for a short trip to Da Nang, Vietnam

For a short trip, an eSIM is the most convenient option. If you need a local number, buy a physical SIM from Viettel, Vietnamobile, or Vinaphone for around 50,000–100,000 VND.

2 sources · 103 days ago

Is there truly unlimited mobile data in Vietnam?

True unlimited mobile data does not exist in Vietnam. After your data allowance runs out, speed drops to a low rate — this throttled access is what local carriers market as 'unlimited'.

2 sources · 31 days ago