Telecommunication notes when traveling in Vietnam

Mobile phone subscriptions – Mobile Networking 

• To avoid roaming charges, you can buy a SIM card in Vietnam. SIM cards can be found almost anywhere, from street vendors, phone shops at the airport on arrival and travel agents. Buy pre-activated SIM cards for as low as VND 50,000. Thusly, you can use the mobile network immediately with an existing balance in your account of about VND 50,000 -150,000. 

• When almost out of money, you need to top up with a prepaid mobile card with denominations from VND 10,000 to VND 500,000 and continue to use the service.

• There are also postpaid options if you plan to use mobile service in Vietnam for the long term. At this point, you need to visit service providers to register. 

Required procedure to register a sim includes a passport with a minimum validity of 6 months and a guarantee letter from the Embassy or the agency or organization you are working for. SIM cards are valid for the duration of your stay.

• The most popular network carriers in Vietnam are Mobifone, Vinaphone, and Viettel. Viettel SIM’s network coverage works well even in the border areas of Laos and Cambodia. Call and data costs are incredibly cheap by international standards. For detailed advice on packages and information of mobile subscribers you are using, you can contact the Customer Support call centers of the carriers:

Each carrier offers flexible and convenient data plans to suit each individual’s needs better.

In addition, you can connect to Wifi at local accommodations, restaurants, and cafes.

With the convenience of internet-connected mobile phones and telecommunications services, it will make your commute more accessible than ever. With just one call or a few online searches, you won’t need to worry about getting lost or losing contact with relatives and friends.

Hopefully, the above information will be helpful for your trip to Vietnam.