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Vietnam SIM Card for Taiwan Travelers – Ultimate Guide to eSIM & SIM 2025
🌏 Planning a trip from Taiwan to Vietnam in 2025? This Vietnam SIM card guide for Taiwan travelers brings you real prices, hands-on tips, and essential steps to stay connected with eSIM or SIM in Vietnam. All data and cases are checked as of July 2025 – no guessing, just facts!
🇻🇳 Why Taiwan Travelers Need a Vietnam SIM or eSIM?
- 📱 Data for maps & travel apps: Vietnam public WiFi is unreliable in many places. A SIM/eSIM gives you stable 4G/LTE.
- 📞 Local number for Grab, hotel check-in, delivery: Most Vietnamese services (Grab, food delivery, some hotels) require a local phone number (+84).
- 💬 Easy calls/SMS home or local contacts: Cheaper rates for both international and domestic calls than roaming.
- 🧳 Register/verify travel apps: Most Vietnam ride-hailing, food, and e-wallet apps require a real Vietnamese number for OTP/SMS verification.
Case Study: Ms. Lin (Taipei) used a Vietnam eSIM from GoVnSIM, registered Grab in 2 minutes, and always received delivery calls at her hotel in Ho Chi Minh City.
🆚 Physical SIM Card vs eSIM: Which Is Better for Taiwan Tourists?
| Feature | Physical SIM Card | eSIM |
|---|---|---|
| How to buy | Buy at airport/city shop with passport | Order online, QR code sent to email |
| Activation | Manual, at shop/airport counter | Online, scan & ready in 5 mins |
| Keep home SIM | Needs to swap out | Dual-SIM, use both numbers at once |
| Physical loss | Risk of losing/misplacing card | eSIM always in your phone, safer |
| Who should choose | Older devices, long-stay, business | Modern smartphones, short trips, easy setup |
- 🟢 Tip: Most iPhone (XR, XS, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, SE 2020+), Samsung S20+, Google Pixel, and many Xiaomi models support eSIM as of 2025. Check Apple official eSIM support list.
💰 Verified Plans & Real Prices (2025)
Below are up-to-date, checked July 2025 from GoVnSIM:
| Provider | Plan | Data | Call/SMS | Local Number | Validity | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Viettel | eSIM 30-Day | 5GB/day | No | … | 30 days | $18.5 |
| Mobifone | eSIM 30-Day | 6GB/day | Yes (500 min call + SMS) | +84 | 30 days | $14.5 |
| Viettel | Physical SIM | 4GB/day | Yes | +84 | 30 days | $10-12 |
Last checked: July 27, 2025. Always confirm latest prices & promotions on the GoVnSIM shop.
Important: All the above plans are available for tourists from Taiwan. eSIM and physical SIM both come with real +84 phone numbers for app registration and calls/SMS.
✈️ Where to Buy Vietnam SIM/eSIM as a Taiwan Traveler?
- 🏬 Vietnam airport counters: Available at Hanoi, HCMC, Danang, but queues can be long and not always English/Chinese-speaking staff.
- 📱 Online before departure: Order from GoVnSIM and get eSIM QR code in your email before flying. Install at home or on arrival.
- 🛒 City shops/phone stores: SIMs available in all major cities but often need passport and some basic Vietnamese.
Best for Taiwan tourists: Online eSIM order – no waiting, English/Chinese support, activate instantly, and easy WhatsApp/LINE support.
🛠️ How to Install & Activate Vietnam eSIM – Simple Steps
- 🛒 Order your eSIM from GoVnSIM.
- 📧 Receive a QR code and instructions by email (usually within 30 min–2 hours).
- 📲 Go to your phone settings → Add eSIM/Cellular plan → Scan QR code.
- 🇻🇳 When you land in Vietnam, the eSIM will activate, and your plan/number is ready to use.
- 💬 Test with *0# to see your local number, try SMS or register Grab/Zalo right away.
Tip: Only scan QR code when ready, and do NOT delete the eSIM profile after activation (cannot reuse QR code on another device).
🚩 What to Watch Out For
❌ Some eSIMs/data-only plans have NO local number: Can’t use for app registration or calls.
- ❌ Untrusted sellers: Risk of invalid plans, wrong registration, or no support.
- ❌ Outdated info: Always double-check price and plan details before paying.
- ⚠️ Compatibility: Make sure your phone is unlocked and supports eSIM. Check the official Apple eSIM page.
🎯 Why GoVnSIM for Taiwan Travelers?
- ✔️ Fast online delivery, English/Chinese support via WhatsApp & LINE
- ✔️ 100% real Vietnamese number for OTP, Grab, Zalo, hotel/delivery
- ✔️ Official Viettel & Mobifone eSIM, prices match website
- ✔️ Refund policy: 100% if not working on supported device
Get ready for Vietnam! Order your Vietnam eSIM for Taiwan travelers now or message us for help!
🔑 Step-by-Step: Register & Use Vietnam SIM/eSIM for Taiwan Travelers (2025)
- 🛒 Order online before your trip
- Go to GoVnSIM, choose eSIM or SIM plan.
- Input your details (name, passport photo if needed).
- 📧 Receive QR code (eSIM) or delivery info (physical SIM)
- eSIM: Check your email for the QR code and installation guide.
- Physical SIM: Pick up at airport/city or have it delivered to your Vietnam hotel.
- 📲 Install & activate
- eSIM: Go to Settings → Cellular/Mobile Data → Add eSIM → Scan QR.
- Physical SIM: Insert SIM, restart phone, check signal.
- 🇻🇳 Check your Vietnam number
- Viettel/Mobifone: Dial *0# to see your +84 number.
- 🚕 Register apps: Grab, Zalo, Shopee, food delivery
- Use your local number for OTP/SMS verification.
- Can register Grab, Zalo, ShopeePay, Be, Baemin, MoMo, etc.
- 📶 Start using high-speed data, call, and SMS
- Coverage: Viettel and Mobifone both provide 4G/LTE in all cities and most rural areas.
- Data speeds: 30–80 Mbps download typical in cities (checked with Speedtest July 2025).
Pro Tip: Activate your eSIM/SIM just before departure or at the airport to maximize validity (plan starts when installed/activated).
💡 FAQ for Taiwan Tourists Using Vietnam SIM/eSIM
- ❓ Can I use my Taiwan ID or passport for registration?
Yes, both are accepted for eSIM/SIM registration with official providers like GoVnSIM (2025 rule).
- ❓ How fast do I get my eSIM QR code?
Usually within 15–60 minutes (8am–10pm Vietnam time). Orders at night processed next morning.
- ❓ Can I keep my Taiwan SIM for banking or calls?
Yes! With eSIM, your home SIM stays in slot, use dual SIM for both numbers.
- ❓ Can I receive SMS for banking on Vietnam number?
Most international banking apps require your Taiwan number, but for local services (Grab, Shopee, MoMo), you need a Vietnam number.
- ❓ What if my eSIM doesn’t work?
Contact GoVnSIM via WhatsApp (+84 98 307 4915) or LINE (anyaxiaoying). 100% refund if not compatible with supported device.
📋 App Registration Guide – Most Used by Taiwan Tourists
- 🟢 Grab/Be (ride-hailing): Register new account with Vietnam SIM number (+84), receive OTP by SMS, ready in 2 mins.
- 🟢 Zalo (messenger): Use +84 number for instant registration; verify identity for payments if needed.
- 🟢 Shopee/Baemin (food, e-commerce): Both require local number for OTP, order/delivery.
- 🟢 MoMo/ZaloPay (e-wallet): Verify with your +84 number, easier top-up and use for local payments.
Real Experience: Mr. Chen from Kaohsiung used Viettel eSIM, registered all major apps within 20 minutes at his hotel, and never missed a call from drivers or delivery.
🗺️ Coverage & Real Data Speeds (2025 Check)
- 🏙️ Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Danang: 4G/LTE signal everywhere, speed test 60–80 Mbps typical.
- 🏖️ Nha Trang, Phu Quoc: 30–70 Mbps on the beach, stable video call/stream.
- ⛰️ Sapa, Ha Giang, rural: Viettel recommended for best mountain coverage, 10–30 Mbps in remote areas (real test July 2025).
- 🚄 Trains/buses: Stable data in all cities, short drops in tunnels/mountains but call/SMS always works.
Tested July 2025 by GoVnSIM and customer feedback
📢 How to Order Your SIM/eSIM for Vietnam from Taiwan
Order your Vietnam eSIM/SIM now and get:
- ✅ 100% real local number for Grab, Zalo, OTP, delivery
- ✅ Official Viettel & Mobifone plans, prices as shown, no hidden fees
- ✅ English/Chinese support via WhatsApp (+84 98 307 4915) or LINE (anyaxiaoying)
- ✅ Refund guarantee if not compatible or no signal