Will my SIM card work in Thailand?

Get a local SIM card when you arrive in Thailand and you'll be able to send cheap text messages and make reasonably priced calls whenever you want – and you can also use your phone in other South East Asian countries while you're travelling around.
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Do I need a different SIM card for Thailand?

Unless your current mobile SIM allows free high-speed 4G connections overseas and reasonably priced international calls, then the best alternative is to purchase a tourist SIM card in Thailand. The benefits of having a Thai SIM include having a local Thai number and hassle-free access to Thailand's 3G and 4G networks.
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What SIM card can I use in Thailand?

The first three, AIS, DTAC, and True Move make up around 97% of the market in Thailand. So using one of their prepaid SIM cards is the best option for tourists.
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The main service providers in Thailand are:
  • AIS.
  • DTAC.
  • True Move.
  • CAT.
  • TOT.
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What's the best SIM card to use in Thailand?

Prices are broadly similar to the competition, so for the majority of visitors to Thailand, AIS SIM cards are the best option. 3G/HSPA+ is available on the 900 and 2100Mhz bands, while 4G/LTE is provided on 1800 and 2100Mhz (LTE bands 1 and 3).
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Can I use my cell phone in Thailand?

The first step is to have your phone unlocked from the service provider before boarding, where in some cases you may be charged a small fee for the service. Once it is unlocked, your device will be enabled for a Thai SIM card, which is available in different sizes depending on the phone.
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How do I activate my SIM card in Thailand?

By dialling *102*9# [call] this displays your number. It is not possible to use this SIM before you arrive in Thailand. There are no registration documents required. Simply put the SIM in your phone, dial any number, and your SIM is active.
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Can I use Whatsapp in Thailand?

Re: Does Whatsapp work in Thailand? Yes it does !!
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Can I get a SIM card at Bangkok airport?

At the airport you can buy a sim card from AIS or DTAC, please select a prepaid sim card that can let you have DATA/Internet for the days you need.
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Can I use my Iphone in Thailand?

YOUR IPHONE MUST BE UNLOCKED (it's free and MUCH easier to do than you think). No matter what version iphone you have, if it is “carrier locked” to a specific mobile carrier, you will not be able to use a local Thailand sim card in it. Several countries sell iphones unlocked, so you can skip this step.
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Is there a SIM card that works all over the world?

TravelSIM offer a prepaid international SIM card that offers plans for calls, texts and data, works in 170+ countries worldwide and can reduce your roaming costs by up to 85%. All TravelSim SIM cards are triple-punched, fit all phones and tablets, and come with an Estonian (+372) European number.
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Which mobile network is best in Thailand?

Thailand's 4G access continues to grow

AIS won our 4G Availability award with a remarkable score of 94.9%, followed by DTAC and TrueMove H with 92.3% and 91.6% respectively.
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How do SIM cards work in Thailand?

If you purchase a sim card in Thailand they will need your passport. Still street vendors sell prepaid data packages without any identification needed, but the official resellers will need your passport. So always bring your it when you are going to buy a sim card in Thailand.
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Can I get a SIM card at Phuket airport?

Yes, can get a SIM card at the airport.
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Will my Australian phone work in Thailand?

Australian phone networks work on GSM technology. This is the standard in most countries around the world, so your phone should work in significant parts of Europe and Asia, in the US, UK, and New Zealand.
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How much is a SIM card at Bangkok airport?

At the airport you can buy a sim card from AIS or DTAC, please select a prepaid sim card that can let you have DATA/Internet for the days you need. I think AIS is selling 5 days traveller's sim pack for less than 300 baht (that's what i bought when i first arrived here, works well) and yes it works all over Thailand.
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Is there free WiFi in Bangkok?

Starting today Bangkokians will be able to use free public Wi-Fi service at 23,000 hotspots courtesy of the Bangkok Metropolitan Authority (BMA) and True Corp. Three more mobile operators and internet service providers are planning to join the "Bangkok WiFi" project to expand the service throughout Bangkok.
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How can I get eSIM in Thailand?

Easy purchase and activation process: you can buy your eSIM from an online store and it will arrive in your emails in seconds. You just need to scan a QR code and there's no long contract to fill out or fiddly installation process. You'll have internet access in minutes.
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Is there free WiFi in Thailand?

How Many Free WiFi Spots Are There In Thailand? Currently, there are more than 800 000 free WiFi spots in Thailand. In Bangkok alone, there are more than 450 000 free WiFi spots.
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What is WhatsApp called in Thailand?

LINE Messenger

LINE is by far the most popular messenger app in Thailand, yes that's right much more popular than WhatsApp and Facebook Messenger. Originally from Japan it gained huge popularity within days after its launch in early 2012 and right now it has almost 40 million active users in Thailand.
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Do you get charged for using WhatsApp abroad?

Luckily, as long as you're connected to Wi-Fi, WhatsApp chats will always be free. Also, while you can be charged a fee per text message using your standard cellular service abroad, or be held to a limited amount of texts, your WhatsApp messages operate over your data plan.
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Why am I being charged for WhatsApp calls?

WhatsApp uses your phone's cellular connection or Wi-Fi network to send and receive messages and calls to your family and friends. As long as you haven't exceeded your mobile data allowance or you're connected to a free Wi-Fi network, your mobile provider shouldn't charge you for messaging or calling over WhatsApp.
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How much is unlimited data in Thailand?

Unlimited monthly starts at 599 THB. Calling plans start at 13 THB a day. 3. DTAC: daily internet ranges from 19-49 THB depending on amount used; weekly unlimited internet is 59 THB; monthly internet ranges from 299-799 THB; depending on amount used.
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How do I get internet in Thailand?

Connecting to the internet in Thailand using a SIM card is one of the best options, especially if you buy your card before arriving in the country, as you will have data when you land, and you won't have to worry about the internet. For this country, we recommend, one of our favorite alternatives, Holafly SIM cards.
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