## Does Airalo Work in Vietnam? Your Questions Answered
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Vietnam is one of my favourite eSIM destinations — fast urban speeds, Viettel’s strong national network, and prices that make even the cheapest Airalo plans feel like good value compared to what you’re getting. Here’s everything about Airalo in Vietnam.
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### Does Airalo Work in Vietnam?
**Yes, and it works very well.** Vietnam has surprised me with consistently fast 4G connections — Ho Chi Minh City gave me some of the fastest eSIM speeds I’ve recorded anywhere in Southeast Asia.
### Which Network Does Airalo Use in Vietnam?
Airalo Vietnam plans primarily use the **Viettel network**, Vietnam’s largest and most extensive operator. Viettel covers both urban and rural areas comprehensively, including the northern highlands and central highlands.
Some plans may also use Mobifone (Vietnam Mobile Telecom), which is strong in urban areas but slightly weaker in rural coverage than Viettel.
### Speed Tests in Vietnam
| Location | Airalo Speed |
|—|—|
| Ho Chi Minh City (District 1) | 50-65 Mbps |
| Ho Chi Minh City (Pham Ngu Lao) | 45-55 Mbps |
| Hanoi (Hoan Kiem) | 30-45 Mbps |
| Da Nang (city) | 38-48 Mbps |
| Hoi An (Old Town) | 22-32 Mbps |
| Hue (city) | 25-35 Mbps |
| Ha Long Bay (near port) | 15-25 Mbps |
| Sapa (highlands) | 3-8 Mbps |
### Coverage Along the Vietnam Coastline
The coastal route from HCMC to Hanoi — one of Southeast Asia’s great road/train trips — has good 4G coverage along the main highway and railway. Signal thins in rural inland sections but coastal towns are well covered.
### Airalo Vietnam Pricing
| Plan | Data | Validity | Price |
|—|—|—|—|
| Starter | 1GB | 7 days | ~$4 |
| Regular | 3GB | 30 days | ~$7 |
| Plus | 5GB | 30 days | ~$10 |
| Value | 10GB | 30 days | ~$12 |
The 10GB for $12 plan is outstanding value — cheaper per GB than almost any other country in Southeast Asia.
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### Does Airalo Work in Northern Vietnam?
Yes, Airalo works in northern Vietnam. Hanoi has excellent coverage. Sapa and the far north are more limited — expect 3G in mountain towns and occasional dead spots on trekking routes. Download offline maps before heading to the highlands.
### My Recommendation for Vietnam
– **Standard trip (HCMC + Hanoi):** Airalo Vietnam 5-10GB
– **Full Vietnam trip (north to south):** Airalo Vietnam 10GB or Asia Regional
– **Vietnam-only, 2+ weeks:** Local Viettel SIM might be cheaper
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