When you travel in Vietnam it will be convenient if have SIM Card with Mobile Data Plan to access Google Maps and navigate around the country or stay updated on social media. If you would like to get a SIM Card for mobile usages, so read this information carefully, because it very helpful for you.
There are three major network providers in Vietnam: Viettel, Vinaphone & Mobifone. You can spot these by the company logo on the front of the store or on staff uniforms
VIETTEL
Viettel is the market leader & has the best 3G coverage in Vietnam. If you plan to travel around the country, this should be your first choice.
Cons:
- Tourist SIM doesn’t include SMS texting, so you need to add money for your account by credit voucher. You can buy this voucher any store around the street with many amount: 10,000 VND, 20,000 VND, 50,000 VND, 100,000 VND, 20,000 VND, …
- To check account balance, dial: *101#
- To check remaining money or data, dial: *102#
- To add money by credit voucher: *100*voucher numbers#
VINAPHONE
Viettel and Vinaphone are about the same in terms of coverage and speeds, but Viettel takes the edge in terms of rural areas
MOBIFONE
Mobifone has patchy coverage in rural areas, and internet is almost unusable if you leave major city centers
Warning: Before getting a SIM Card, make sure your phone is UNLOCKED, and that it can be used abroad. No contract is required, just bring your passport to register. The SIM is valid until your visa’s length of stay.
