How do sim cards in Thailand work?

1. Which SIM card is best in Thailand?
2. How much is a SIM card in Thailand?
3. How do I use my cell phone in Thailand?
4. What does a SIM card allow you to do?
5. Do Thai SIM cards expire?
6. Which mobile network is best in Thailand?
7. Is WhatsApp banned in Thailand?
8. How do I activate my AIS SIM card in Thailand?
9. Is there free WiFi in Thailand?
10. Will my phone work in Bangkok?
11. Does AT&T work in Thailand?
12. Where can I buy a phone in Thailand?

Which SIM card is best 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.)

How much is a SIM card in Thailand?

Tourist SIM Cards

How do I use my cell phone in Thailand?

The following are the five simple steps you can take to get your Thai SIM card and mobile data plan ready.

1. Step 1: Unlock your phone. ...
2. Step 2: Get a SIM card at the airport or service provider stores. ...
3. Step 3: Choose the carrier and mobile data plan. ...
4. Step 4: Top up. ...
5. Step 5: Activate.

What does a SIM card allow you to do?

A SIM card is a customer card that lets your phone connect to the network. These towers allow us to make phone calls. Mobile phones allow us to do many other things too. Apart from making calls to people on our network, on other networks and in other countries, we can use phones to connect to the internet.

Do Thai SIM cards expire?

Expiration policy

Many Thai SIM cards expire in 45 days after the last top-up, unless you are able to add extra validity.

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.

Is WhatsApp banned in Thailand?

WhatsApp Messenger. In most western countries ranked no. 1 on the list of most popular messengers, WhatsApp is only on the 3rd position in Thailand.

How do I activate my AIS SIM card in Thailand?

1. Package includes:
2. Start-up: 1) Insert SIM to phone. 2) To activate SIM, please call *120. ...
3. To make an international call, please dial: 003 + Country Code + Area Code + Number.
4. Check Balance: Call *121#
5. Top-up: 1) Visit nearest AIS Shop, 7-11 or Family Mart in Thailand. ...
6. Add-on data package:

Is there free WiFi in Thailand?

Thailand has fast and reliable WiFi coverage provided by three of the biggest mobile networks in Thailand – AIS, True Move and DTAC. WiFi in Thailand is available in most public spaces. ... Public wifi in Thailand is for free.

Will my phone work in Bangkok?

If you have an unlocked phone, you will have to make sure your phone is compatible with a Thai SIM card. ... As you come out from customs at Suvarnabhumi Airport in Bangkok, there are several cell phone kiosks right in front of you (after you pass the baggage conveyor belts).

Does AT&T work in Thailand?

In collaboration with a local service provider, AT&T is able to extend its global network reach into Thailand. ... AT&T is committed to providing multinational enterprise customers in Thailand with a wide range of high quality data communications and networking services.

Where can I buy a phone in Thailand?

Here are a few places to look online for purchasing a mobile phone in Thailand:

• Apple.com/th/shop – Any iPhone or Apple product can be purchased online and sent to your Thai home address. ...
• Lazada – Multiple retailers, English, fast delivery and COD payment option.