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eSIM for Thailand: Bangkok, the Islands and Beyond

Stay connected in Thailand with a travel eSIM: skip the airport SIM queue, use Grab and ferry apps, and pick the right data size for island hopping.

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Travelling between Bangkok, Chiang Mai and the islands means you need data on the move: for Grab rides, ferry times, accommodation and translation apps.

eSIM instead of a tourist SIM at the airport

  • No queue at the airport after a long flight.
  • Online as soon as the plane lands, including for booking a ride.
  • Your home number stays active, for example for bank SMS.

Coverage

Coverage is very good in cities and on popular islands such as Phuket, Koh Samui and Koh Phangan. On small islands and boat trips there can be gaps.

For a two- to three-week round trip, 10–20 GB is a good choice.

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