{"id":117,"date":"2026-09-08T19:29:39","date_gmt":"2026-09-08T17:29:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thailux.eu\/?page_id=117"},"modified":"2026-09-12T19:26:25","modified_gmt":"2026-09-12T17:26:25","slug":"esim","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/thailux.eu\/index.php\/practical-info\/esim\/","title":{"rendered":"eSIM"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Internet and eSIM \u2014 My Experience<\/h1>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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One of the things I prefer to organise before leaving Luxembourg is mobile internet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Over several journeys, I try different eSIM solutions.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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October 2024 \u2014 AIS Tourist eSIM for 30 Days<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Before travelling from Luxembourg, I purchase an AIS tourist data eSIM for 30 days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Buying an eSIM before departure is more expensive than travelling to Thailand and buying a local prepaid SIM card in a shop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, for me, there is an important advantage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I activate the eSIM in Luxembourg before boarding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After landing in Thailand, I can use the internet immediately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I do not need to search for airport Wi-Fi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I do not need to immediately look for a mobile phone shop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For me, the convenience is worth considering.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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April 2025 \u2014 AIS Tourist eSIM for 60 Days<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

For the next journey, I again purchase an AIS tourist eSIM.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This time, the package is for 60 days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The same advantages apply.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The card can be prepared before departure and internet is available shortly after arrival.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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April 2026 \u2014 Trying a Different Solution<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In 2026, I try to purchase the same 60-day AIS tourist eSIM online before leaving Luxembourg.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the 60-day option is no longer available online in the same way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I can find a 30-day option and consider adding additional days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

At the same time, I discover Revolut and use its services for other parts of preparing the journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I use Revolut to exchange euros into Thai baht and to send money to my girlfriend for wedding expenses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I also discover that a 60-day data eSIM can be purchased through Revolut.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Unlimited data is not available, so I choose a package with 100 GB.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To use the eSIM in Thailand, roaming needs to be activated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Based on this experience, I believe that the eSIM service is not provided directly by a national Thai operator.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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eSIM Before Departure or Local SIM After Arrival?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In my experience, buying a local prepaid SIM card in Thailand can be less expensive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Buying an eSIM before departure can cost more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, having internet immediately after landing is convenient.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

My personal comparison is simple.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Buy an eSIM before departure if:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

You want internet immediately after landing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You do not want to search for Wi-Fi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You do not want to immediately find a mobile phone shop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Buy a local SIM in Thailand if:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Price is more important.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You are happy to visit a shop after arrival.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You prefer a local mobile plan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The best option can change depending on the available offers and the length of the journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This page describes my own experience with the services available during my journeys.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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