Compare the best eSIM plans for Vietnam
Internet from the moment you land in Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh
- Instant activation
- iPhone and Android compatible
- From 0,80€
- 4200+ plans compared
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0,80€
Cheapest plan
4200+
Vietnam plans
15+
Providers available
4G/5G
Networks supported
Best eSIM deals for Vietnam
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AbesteSIM
1 GB
5 days
VN
0,80€
MicroEsim
1 GB
1 day
VN
0,84€
Stellar eSIM
1 GB
7 days
VN
0,89€
Ozly eSIM
1 GB
7 days
VN
1,12€
Spark Roam
1 GB
7 days
VN
1,14€
Billion Connect
1 GB
90 days
VN
0,80€
eSIM for Vietnam at a glance
From
€2.29
For 5 GB / 30 days
Plan duration
1 to 30+ days
Depending on the plan
Local networks
Viettel, Vinaphone, MobiFone
4G nationwide, 5G in major cities
VPN needed?
No
All Western services work fine
Hotspot sharing
Available
On most plans
Compatibility
iPhone XS+ / Android 8.0+
Check your device
Internet in Vietnam: everything you need to know
Vietnam has 78% internet penetration and over 99% 4G mobile coverage (source: ITU DataHub, 2024). 5G launched in 2024 in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City and Da Nang. An eSIM connects to Viettel, Vinaphone or MobiFone on landing at HAN, SGN or DAD.
- ●4G coverage in all major cities (Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh, Da Nang, Hue, Hoi An, Nha Trang, Da Lat) and on the main tourist arteries ; decent in Halong Bay, patchier in the northern mountains (Sapa, Ha Giang) and the remote Mekong Delta.
- ●Average mobile speed ~40–55 Mbps download per Ookla (Q1 2025) ; Viettel dominates national coverage.
- ●No Western services blocked : Google, WhatsApp, Instagram, X, YouTube and Netflix work normally. Facebook is the dominant app in Vietnam.
- ●Great for Grab (rides, food delivery), Google Maps, Booking, Klook and Vietcombank / Techcombank / MB Bank mobile banking.
Sources: Internet Society Pulse: Vietnam, ITU DataHub: Vietnam, Ookla Speedtest Global Index
eSIM pricing in Vietnam: what our data shows
According to the Datadopt Observatory, the best price per GB actually available in Vietnam is 0.06 €/GB, across 2,197 plans compared. The real differentiator is not the headline rate but the depth of the offer: the more plans compete, the easier it is to find the duration and data volume that fit your trip.
Best price per GB
0.06 €/GB
Plans compared
2,197
Asia average
0.21 €/GB
World ranking
9 / 215
Vietnam is 71% cheaper than the Asia regional average (0.21 €/GB).
Source: Datadopt eSIM Price Observatory, 170,286 plans analysed, measured 1 September 2026.
See the eSIM price Observatory by country →Which eSIM providers for Vietnam?
Here are the 6 best-placed eSIM providers for Vietnam, ranked by best price per GB. Prices are expressed per GB so plans of different sizes can be compared on the same basis.
| Provider | Price per GB | From | Max duration | Hotspot | 5G |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AbesteSIM | 0.28 €/GB | 0.65 € | 30 d | Yes | — |
| Stellar eSIM | 0.32 €/GB | 0.89 € | 30 d | Yes | Yes |
| MicroEsim | 0.53 €/GB | 0.84 € | 30 d | Yes | — |
| Billion Connect | 0.53 €/GB | 0.80 € | 90 d | Yes | — |
 EscapeSIM | 0.64 €/GB | 2.21 € | 30 d | Yes | Yes |
| Ozly eSIM | 0.79 €/GB | 1.12 € | 15 d | Yes | — |
Providers ranked by best price per GB, across plans of at least 1 GB. Source: Datadopt catalogue.
Compare all plans →Device compatibility
eSIM is built into every iPhone XS and later, as well as Samsung Galaxy S20+, Google Pixel 3a+ and most high-end Motorola, Oppo, Sony and Xiaomi models.
Not sure about your device? Check compatibility here.
How to install your eSIM for Vietnam
- 1. Compare offers on https://www.datadopt.com/en/compare/vn
- 2. Browse our partners' eSIM offers and choose the data volume and duration that fit your trip.
- 3. Purchase the eSIM plan that best fits your needs on our partner's site.
- 4. Receive a QR code by email after purchase.
- 5. Before you leave or during your stay, add the eSIM to your smartphone (Note: a stable Wi-Fi connection may be required during this step.)
- 5.1. On iPhone: Settings > Mobile Data > Add Plan > Scan the QR code
- 5.2. On Android: Settings > Connections > SIM card manager > Add a mobile plan
- 6. Once you arrive, turn on the data of your eSIM and enjoy reliable internet in Vietnam.
Frequently asked questions
Does the eSIM really work in Vietnam?
Yes. International eSIMs connect to Viettel, Vinaphone or MobiFone on landing in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh or Da Nang. Excellent coverage along the north-south tourist corridor.
How much data for a 2-week Hanoi-Ho Chi Minh trip?
Plan for 7–10 GB : offline Maps for the country crossing, Grab, cloud photos, WhatsApp/Messenger and some boutique-hotel streaming.
Is there signal in Halong Bay and Sapa?
Halong : signal at the ports (Tuan Chau, Halong City), variable on bay cruises. Sapa and Ha Giang : patchy in the mountains, fine in town. Download offline Maps first.
Can I use my European plan in Vietnam?
Non-EU roaming is charged at premium rates (up to €10/MB). Check ; otherwise a travel eSIM is much cheaper.
Can I share the connection with other devices?
Most Vietnam eSIM plans allow hotspot : the field is listed on each Datadopt offer detail page.
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