Hanoi
Explore the historic Old Quarter where traditional Vietnamese street food like pho and banh mi entice your taste buds.
Before you fly to Vietnam, secure a travel eSIM to enjoy instant mobile data the moment you land in Hanoi, without worrying about roaming bills.
Built for short trips and long stays alike — if you fall into any of these, you're sorted.
Viettel is known for its extensive coverage, reaching even the most remote areas, making it ideal for rural travel. Vinaphone offers strong urban coverage, particularly in cities like Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi, but can be less reliable in mountainous regions.
A rough guide to pick the right plan — your real usage depends on how much you stream and share.
Maps, messaging, email and the occasional search. Enough to stay oriented and in touch.
Social feeds, browsing, music and some video. The sweet spot for most travelers.
Video calls, lots of streaming and tethering your laptop or sharing a hotspot.
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Experience the benefits of eSIM technology in Vietnam.
Pocket WiFi, roaming and airport SIM cards all work — here's how they stack up against an eSIM.
| Telekonek eSIM | Pocket WiFi | Roaming | Airport SIM | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Setup | Scan a QR code before you fly | Reserve, then collect and return a device | Already on your home plan | Queue at a kiosk after you land |
| Ready when you land | Yes — connects on arrival | Only after pick-up | Yes | After you find a counter |
| Keep your number | Yes | Yes | Yes | No — you swap out your SIM |
| Extra device to carry | No | Yes — a hotspot to charge | No | No |
| Typical cost | Low, prepaid up front | Daily rental, often a deposit | Usually the most expensive | Varies, often paid in cash |
| Multiple travelers | One eSIM each | Share one hotspot | Charged per line | One SIM each |
Connection-tested in the cities travelers actually visit.
Explore the historic Old Quarter where traditional Vietnamese street food like pho and banh mi entice your taste buds.
Experience the energy of District 1, with its bustling markets and the iconic Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica.
Relax on the picturesque My Khe Beach and visit the Marble Mountains for a unique spiritual experience.
Use MoMo or ZaloPay for cashless transactions, but ensure your eSIM provides stable data for app functionality.
Google Maps can be data-heavy; download offline maps when you have WiFi to save data.
Set up your eSIM before departing to bypass potential airport WiFi issues.
Viettel offers better coverage in rural areas, crucial for travel outside major cities.
Be aware that some apps, like Grab, might work differently on cellular data. Test them before relying on them for transportation.
WiFi is prevalent in cafes and hotels, but always secure your connection with a VPN for sensitive transactions.
Most recent iPhone, Pixel, Samsung Galaxy, and cellular iPad models support eSIM — but not every model does. Check your exact device in our compatibility guide before you buy.
Heading beyond Vietnam? These travel eSIMs install the same way — scan before you fly, data the moment you land.
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