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Thailand eSIM
8 data plans · from £3.30 · instant QR code by email
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Travelling as a group? Buy everyone an eSIM in one checkout and the discount is applied automatically — no code needed. See group pricing
8 data plans · from £3.30 · instant QR code by email
Travelling as a group? Buy everyone an eSIM in one checkout and the discount is applied automatically — no code needed. See group pricing
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Connects automatically to the strongest signal across TrueMove H, DTAC, True Move.
Setup
It takes about a minute. Tap the install link we email you, leave the line switched off, then switch it on when you land — and you're online.
On iPhone (iOS)
On Android
Thailand: 20 plans, from 3 to 50 GB. Validity runs from 1 day to 180 days. 20 of them run on 5G where the local network has it.
13 plans can be topped up without installing a second eSIM. Plans run on TrueMove H, DTAC, AIS, True Move.
Counted from our live catalogue, not a marketing figure — the plan list above this section is the same data.
No regional bundle includes Thailand cover — a single-country plan is the only option here, and it is usually the cheaper one anyway.
A Thailand travel eSIM is a digital SIM that downloads straight to your phone — no plastic card, no queuing at an airport counter. You buy online, tap the install link we email you (the QR code is in there too), and your phone adds a second line alongside your normal SIM. It stays dormant until your trip begins, then connects automatically to TrueMove H, DTAC, True Move on 5G where available, LTE everywhere else. Your normal number carries on working for calls and texts while the eSIM handles the data.
Maps, messaging and taxi apps use very little data — roughly 300–500 MB a day. If you add photos, social media and the occasional video, expect to use closer to 1 GB a day. For a one-week trip, a 5 GB plan is usually plenty; for two weeks, tethering, or heavy use, opt for 10 GB or more, or choose a top-up plan you can reload as you go. Thailand plans start at £3.30 across 8 sizes, with the per-GB price clearly shown so you can easily spot the best value.
Yes. A Thailand travel eSIM is a local data plan rather than international roaming — you pay the price you saw online, and there are no per-megabyte charges from your home network provider. Set the eSIM as your mobile data line, switch data roaming off on your normal SIM, and nothing unexpected turns up on your next bill. Full refund at any time before installation, so buying ahead costs you nothing.
Pad Thai
Stir-fried rice noodles with eggs, peanuts, tofu, bean sprouts, and tamarind sauce.
Bangkok street food stalls, Thip Samai
Tom Yum Goong
Spicy and sour soup with shrimp, lemongrass, galangal, kaffir lime leaves, and fresh chilies.
Local seafood restaurants, Pe Aor
Som Tum
Green papaya salad mixed with chilies, garlic, tomatoes, peanuts, and fish sauce.
Isaan restaurants across Thailand
Thailand connectivity guide
Thailand is exceptionally well connected for its price level. Bangkok has some of the densest mobile coverage in Asia, the tourist islands are well served, and data is cheap enough domestically that the country's own users treat it as unlimited. The gaps are in the northern mountains, on the smaller islands and on the boats between them. This guide covers which networks you get, where they genuinely stop, and what a Thai trip actually consumes.
Read the full Thailand guide →Khao Soi
Northern Thai coconut curry noodle soup topped with crispy egg noodles.
Chiang Mai
Massaman Curry
Rich, mild curry with Persian influences, typically made with beef or chicken, potatoes, and peanuts.
Southern Thailand or traditional Thai restaurants in Bangkok
Green Curry (Gaeng Keow Wan)
Sweet and spicy curry made with green chilies, coconut milk, bamboo shoots, and Thai basil.
Everywhere in Thailand
Mango Sticky Rice
Fresh ripe mango slices served over sweet coconut sticky rice and drizzled with coconut cream.
Dessert stalls, Kor Panich (Bangkok)
Pad Krapow Moo Saap
Stir-fried minced pork with holy basil and chilies, usually served over rice with a fried egg.
Street food vendors and local eateries
Khao Man Gai
Thai variation of Hainanese chicken rice, featuring poached chicken over flavorful rice with a garlic-chili-ginger sauce.
Go-Ang Kaomunkai Pratunam (Bangkok)
Panang Curry
A rich, slightly sweet red curry with a thick coconut milk base and kaffir lime leaves.
Central Thailand restaurants
Grand Palace & Wat Phra KaewBangkok
The former royal residence and home to the highly revered Emerald Buddha.
2-3 hours
Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn)Bangkok
Iconic riverside temple known for its stunning spires decorated with colorful porcelain.
1-2 hours
Chatuchak Weekend MarketBangkok
One of the world's largest outdoor markets, selling everything from vintage clothing to street food.
3-4 hours
Doi SuthepChiang Mai
A sacred mountaintop temple offering panoramic views of Chiang Mai city.
2-3 hours
Elephant Nature ParkChiang Mai
Ethical elephant rescue and rehabilitation center where you can observe elephants in a natural setting.
Half or full day · book ahead
Ayutthaya Historical ParkAyutthaya
UNESCO World Heritage site featuring the majestic ruins of the ancient Siamese capital.
4-6 hours
Phi Phi IslandsKrabi
Spectacular limestone karst islands with crystal-clear waters, famous for Maya Bay.
Full day · book ahead
Railay BeachKrabi
Stunning peninsula accessible only by boat, famous for its towering limestone cliffs and rock climbing.
Half day
Khao Sok National ParkSurat Thani
Ancient rainforest and the breathtaking Cheow Lan Lake, perfect for jungle trekking and staying in floating bungalows.
1-2 days · book ahead
BTS Skytrain / MRT
Rapid transit systems covering most of central Bangkok. Buy tokens/cards at machines.
16-59 THB per ride
Tuk-Tuk
Three-wheeled motorized rickshaws. Negotiate the fare before getting in.
100-300 THB for short trips
Songthaew
Converted pickup trucks with two benches in the back. Hop on, ring the bell to stop, and pay the driver.
30-50 THB per ride
Domestic Flights
Budget airlines connect major hubs like Bangkok, Chiang Mai, and Phuket.
1,000-3,000 THB one-way
Intercity Trains
Operated by State Railway of Thailand. Sleeper trains are popular for long routes like Bangkok to Chiang Mai.
800-1,500 THB for a 2nd class sleeper
Ride-hailing
Grab, Bolt, inDrive
Grab is the most comprehensive but Bolt is often cheaper. Motorbike taxis can also be booked via these apps.
Paying for things
Basics
| New Year's Day | January 1 | Busy domestic travel, some local shops closed. |
| Chakri Memorial Day | April 6 | Government offices closed, minor impact on tourists. |
| Songkran Festival | April 13 | Massive water fights nationwide, heavy travel, banks and offices closed. Book transport well in advance. |
| Labor Day | May 1 | Banks and offices closed, tourist sites open. |
| King Maha Vajiralongkorn's Birthday | July 28 | Government offices closed. Alcohol sales may be restricted. |
| Queen Sirikit's Birthday (Mother's Day) | August 12 | Government offices closed. |
| King Bhumibol Adulyadej Memorial Day | October 13 | Government offices closed. |
| Chulalongkorn Day | October 23 | Government offices closed. |
| Father's Day | December 5 | Government offices closed. |
| Constitution Day | December 10 | Government offices closed. |
| New Year's Eve | December 31 | Parties and busy domestic travel. |
Recurring dates — the day these fall on moves year to year.