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Thailand Tourist SIM & eSIM
Practical mobile data options for maps, pickup instructions, hotel messages and booking confirmations.
Provider prices and plan rules can change. Always check the official provider page before buying.
Before or after arrival
Use eSIM if your phone supports it, or buy a physical tourist SIM in Thailand.
Passport registration
Tourist SIM registration can require your passport and SIM package details.
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AIS tourist eSIM and SIM plans
AIS currently lists Lucky Tourist SIM options with eSIM purchase links, including 1, 5, 8, 15, 30 and 60 day packages. Terms say VAT is extra and plan terms can change.
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dtac tourist eSIM plans
dtac currently lists Happy Tourist 299 eSIM for 8 days with 15 GB at max speed and Happy Tourist 599 eSIM for 15 days with 30 GB at max speed.
Official source
SIM registration
dtac's registration page says prepaid tourist SIM users need registration and should bring passport, SIM card and SIM package. It lists airport service points including BKK, DMK, Phuket, Samui, Chiang Mai and Krabi.
Last checked May 2026. Mobile plan prices, fair-use rules, registration steps and airport shop availability can change.
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Thailand Tourist SIM & eSIM
Stay connected after landing in Thailand. Use mobile data for maps, transfer pickup instructions, hotel messages, ride apps and booking confirmations.
Use maps, Grab, hotel messages and booking confirmations after landing.
Choose eSIM before travel if your phone supports it, or buy a physical SIM after arrival.
Bring your passport for tourist SIM registration when buying or registering a local SIM.
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Pick data before your transfer
A local SIM or eSIM is useful for live pickup instructions, driver messages, maps and ride apps. Thailand mobile plans change often, so use official provider pages for current price, data allowance and activation rules.
Official source
AIS tourist eSIM and SIM plans
AIS currently lists Lucky Tourist SIM options with eSIM purchase links, including 1, 5, 8, 15, 30 and 60 day packages. Terms say VAT is extra and plan terms can change.
Official source
dtac tourist eSIM plans
dtac currently lists Happy Tourist 299 eSIM for 8 days with 15 GB at max speed and Happy Tourist 599 eSIM for 15 days with 30 GB at max speed.
Official source
SIM registration
dtac's registration page says prepaid tourist SIM users need registration and should bring passport, SIM card and SIM package. It lists airport service points including BKK, DMK, Phuket, Samui, Chiang Mai and Krabi.
Last checked May 2026. Mobile plan prices, fair-use rules, registration steps and airport shop availability can change. Check the provider page before buying.
