# Thailand eSIM — Instant Data from $2.00/GB Jetogo eSIM data plans for Thailand (ISO TH). ## Pricing - Price per GB: $2.00 - Pricing tier: 2 - Live price per GB (eSIMAccess-cached): $2.00 ### Estimated cost by usage - Light traveler (2 GB): $4.00 - Average traveler (6 GB): $12.00 - Heavy traveler (15 GB): $30.00 ## Network & carriers - AIS — 5G - DTAC — 5G - True Move — 4G - Data exit route: United Kingdom — this is where your data traffic breaks out to the internet; it does not affect coverage or speed in-country. - Hotspot/tethering: unlimited. Speed limit: none. Activation: instant, auto-connects on arrival. ## Major cities - Bangkok — local time 2026-07-11T06:21:52+07:00, sunrise 2026-07-09T22:56:37.242Z / sunset 2026-07-10T11:50:04.603Z - Phuket — local time 2026-07-11T06:21:52+07:00, sunrise 2026-07-09T23:15:06.936Z / sunset 2026-07-10T11:48:26.715Z - Chiang Mai — local time 2026-07-11T06:21:52+07:00, sunrise 2026-07-09T22:53:33.560Z / sunset 2026-07-10T12:05:16.931Z - Pattaya — local time 2026-07-11T06:21:52+07:00, sunrise 2026-07-09T22:56:34.147Z / sunset 2026-07-10T11:47:07.657Z - Krabi — local time 2026-07-11T06:21:52+07:00, sunrise 2026-07-09T23:12:45.561Z / sunset 2026-07-10T11:46:42.051Z Currency: THB — 1 USD ≈ 33.315 THB (as of 2026-07-10). ## Data situation Thailand is one of the most affordable countries in the world for mobile data — locals pay roughly $0.41 per gigabyte on average, ranking Thailand 34th cheapest out of 237 countries and territories in the Worldwide Mobile Data Pricing study. That affordability comes from intense competition between AIS and True Corp (formed from the True/dtac merger), backed by strong nationwide 4G/5G coverage. On top of cheap cellular data, free Wi-Fi is widely available in Bangkok and other tourist hubs — most cafés, restaurants, shopping malls, and hotels offer complimentary access, though some malls require asking at an info desk. Still, relying on public Wi-Fi means patchy coverage once you leave city centers or head to the islands, which is where a dependable eSIM data plan matters most for maps, translation apps, and staying in touch. - Local price per GB: $0.41/GB average for locals (rank 34 of 237 countries, cable.co.uk / BestBroadbandDeals Worldwide Mobile Data Pricing study) - Free Wi-Fi: Common in Bangkok and tourist hubs — most cafés, restaurants, and hotels offer free Wi-Fi, and shopping malls like Siam Paragon provide it too, though some require asking at an info desk or making a purchase first. - Paid Wi-Fi: Rare as a standalone paid product in tourist areas — commercial Wi-Fi is typically bundled free with a purchase or stay rather than sold separately. ## International airports - BKK — Suvarnabhumi Airport (Bangkok) — https://suvarnabhumi.airportthai.co.th/ - DMK — Don Mueang International Airport (Bangkok) — https://donmueang.airportthai.co.th/ - HKT — Phuket International Airport (Phuket) — https://phuket.airportthai.co.th/ - CNX — Chiang Mai International Airport (Chiang Mai) — https://chiangmai.airportthai.co.th/ - KBV — Krabi International Airport (Krabi) — https://minisite.airports.go.th/krabi - UTP — U-Tapao Rayong–Pattaya International Airport (Pattaya / Rayong) — https://www.utapao.com/en/home ### Travel advisories - UK FCDO: FCDO advises against all but essential travel to parts of this country. ## Local SIM / phone number situation Since May 2026, Thailand's NBTC rules require passport ID and in-person registration to buy or swap a SIM from a Thai carrier, and cap non-Thai nationals at 3 SIMs per operator — but this applies specifically to SIMs issued by Thai carriers in-country, not to pre-provisioned eSIMs from international providers installed before arrival. Operators are also required to build out biometric/facial-recognition liveness-check systems under the same rules, subject to NBTC approval, with rollout phased in over time rather than uniformly enforced yet. Where a physical local SIM is still wanted, kiosks for AIS, True, and dtac operate 24 hours in the Suvarnabhumi Airport arrivals area, visible before immigration and throughout baggage claim, with staff physically installing the SIM on the spot. Thailand remains one of the easiest countries in Southeast Asia for getting connected as a tourist. - KYC requirements: Passport plus in-person registration required for SIMs issued by Thai carriers (NBTC rules effective May 2026), capped at 3 SIMs per operator for foreigners, with operators also rolling out biometric/facial-recognition liveness checks under the same rules — but none of this applies to eSIMs pre-installed from an international provider before you fly. - Wait time: Very fast — airport carrier kiosks activate a SIM on the spot with staff assistance; no appointment required. - Jetogo Local SIM Hassle Score: 3/10 Wi-Fi calling lets you keep receiving calls and texts on your home phone number over an internet connection — including the data connection from your Jetogo eSIM — without needing a local SIM or number. Turn it on in your phone's settings before you travel (Settings > Phone > Wi-Fi Calling on iPhone, or Settings > Network & Internet > Wi-Fi Calling on Android), and your carrier will route calls to your regular number through data instead of a local cell signal, so friends and family can reach you exactly as they always have. ## Practical travel info - Power sockets: types A, B, C, O — 230V, 50Hz - No alternative plugs will also fit in type A sockets - Type A plugs will also fit in type B sockets - Type E and F plugs will also fit in type C sockets - Type C plugs will also fit in type O sockets (unsafe compatibility with E & F) - Emergency numbers: police 191, ambulance 1669, fire 199 - Calling code: +66 - Driving side: left - Tipping: Generally not expected — but appreciated _Data via CountryWise._ ## FAQ **Does my Jetogo eSIM work on Thailand's islands like Koh Samui, Koh Phangan, or Koh Tao?** Yes. All the major tourist islands — Phuket, Koh Samui, Koh Phangan, Koh Tao, Koh Lanta, and Phi Phi — have 4G coverage in populated areas, with AIS generally offering the strongest, most consistent signal across island interiors and ferry crossings. **Which local Thai carrier does my eSIM connect to?** eSIMs for Thailand typically ride on either AIS or True Corp's network. AIS is generally reported as the strongest and most consistent network nationwide, especially outside Bangkok and on smaller islands. **Do I need to show my passport or do a biometric scan to use my Jetogo eSIM in Thailand?** No. Thailand's NBTC rules (effective May 2026) require passport ID and in-person registration for SIMs issued by Thai carriers at local stores, and operators are also rolling out biometric/facial-recognition liveness checks under the same rules. Since your Jetogo eSIM is installed before you fly, it isn't subject to that in-country registration process. **How does an eSIM actually work?** An eSIM is a digital SIM built into your phone — instead of inserting a physical card, you install a small profile (usually by scanning a QR code) and your phone connects to a local or partner network for data. There's nothing to pick up at a store or swap in your device; the whole process happens over Wi-Fi in a couple of minutes. **Is my phone compatible with eSIM?** Most phones from the last 4-5 years support eSIM, including iPhone XS and later, most Google Pixel models from the Pixel 3 onward, and many recent Samsung Galaxy, and other Android flagships. Check Settings > Cellular (or Mobile Network) for an "Add eSIM" or "Add Cellular Plan" option — if it's there, you're set. Your phone also needs to be carrier-unlocked. **When does my eSIM activate — do I need to already be in the country?** You can install your Jetogo eSIM before you fly, but the data plan itself only starts counting once it connects to a network in your destination country — so there's no risk of burning through your allowance early. For most plans, connectivity kicks in automatically the moment you land and your phone finds a signal. **Can I use my eSIM as a personal hotspot?** Yes — hotspot and tethering are included on Jetogo eSIM plans at no extra cost, so you can share your connection with a laptop, tablet, or a travel companion's phone. **What happens when I run out of data? Can I top up?** You can top up directly from your Jetogo account in a couple of taps, without needing to buy a whole new plan or visit a store. Many travelers also use Jetogo's PayGo option, which lets you pay only for the data you actually use instead of committing to a fixed bundle. **Do I need a local phone number to use my eSIM?** No — Jetogo eSIMs are data-only, so there's no local phone number involved. If you need to make calls or send texts, you can use an internet calling app (like WhatsApp or FaceTime) over your eSIM data, or rely on Wi-Fi calling to keep using your existing home number (see below). **What is PayGo and why does it start at $5?** PayGo is Jetogo's pay-as-you-go option: you load a small starting balance — as low as $5 — and only pay for the data you actually use, with no expiration pressure or unused-data waste. It's a low-commitment way to try Jetogo or to cover shorter trips where a full data bundle would be overkill. **Will adding a Jetogo eSIM affect my existing phone number or home plan?** No. Your eSIM runs alongside your regular SIM (physical or eSIM) as a second, independent profile — your home number, texts, and voicemail keep working exactly as before. You simply choose which profile handles data while you're on Jetogo, and switch back anytime after your trip. ## Trust _Content coming soon._ ## Practical travel info _Content coming soon._ ## Other countries pricing _Content coming soon._ --- Weather and air quality data © OpenWeatherMap, licensed under the Open Database License (ODbL): https://openweathermap.org/full-history UK travel advice contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0: https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/ Exchange rates via Frankfurter (European Central Bank reference rates): https://www.frankfurter.dev