Best SIM card or eSIM for a short trip to Da Nang, Vietnam
Based on 2 discussions with 3 participants · Last activity: 19 days ago
TL;DR
For a short trip, an eSIM is the most convenient option. If you need a local number, buy a physical SIM from Viettel, Vietnamobile, or Vinaphone for around 50,000–100,000 VND.
What the community said
For a short vacation, an eSIM is the most practical choice — activate it before arrival without hunting for a store. If you specifically need a local Vietnamese phone number for calls, go with a physical SIM instead.
19 days ago eSIM — no local number
eSIMs with a local Vietnamese number do exist but tend to cost more than data-only eSIMs. It's worth searching for deals online before your trip.
19 days ago eSIM with local number — pricier option
Physical SIM cards in Da Nang are available from Viettel, Vinaphone, and Vietnamobile. Data plans for 7–30 days cost roughly 50,000–150,000 VND. You can buy them at the airport or at numerous shops around the city.
19 days ago Viettel / Vinaphone / Vietnamobile — from 50,000 VND