The DriftAsia eSIM plans for Vietnam shown on this page use MobiFone, Viettel Mobile, Vietnamobile, Vinaphone and offer 4G/5G depending on the plan. Check each plan for its exact network, data allowance, validity and price before choosing. Available plans are fully refundable within 30 days as long as the eSIM has not been used on a network at the destination.
Viettel has the widest rural reach; cities are fast and cheap.
Plan share by operator
Share of the eSIM plans we sell for Vietnam, by underlying operator.
- Viettel Mobile31%
- MobiFone30%
- Vietnamobile23%
- Vinaphone15%
Network at a glance
Viettel Mobile is the network most travellers lean on in Vietnam. 5G is live on at least one operator we carry, so newer phones can reach top speeds in covered areas. On our Mobile Speed Index it scores 82, placing it among the stronger networks in the region. Median data price has risen from $0.77 per GB in April 2026 to $1.48 in August 2026.
The operators behind our plans
Each network we carry in Vietnam, with who runs it and what generation it reaches.
Common questions
Which operator is best in Vietnam?
Viettel Mobile offers the widest reach for most travellers. Viettel has the widest rural reach; cities are fast and cheap. Our eSIM plans run on the strongest available network, so you do not have to choose a SIM at the counter.
Does Vietnam have 5G?
Yes. At least one operator we carry runs 5G, available mainly in larger cities and along major corridors. Older devices fall back to 4G automatically.
How much is a local SIM in Vietnam?
A tourist SIM bought on arrival typically runs $5-10. An eSIM skips the queue and the passport scan, and activates by QR code before you land.
How many operators power Vietnam eSIM plans?
We carry plans across 4 operators in Vietnam. The donut above shows how our catalogue splits between them.
How we read this
Plan share counts how many of the eSIM plans we sell for Vietnam run on each operator. It reflects catalogue depth, not subscriber market share. The top operator is the network we would hand a traveller who can pick only one.