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Southeast Asia eSIM (8 areas)

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3G/4G/5GHotspot supportedTop-up available

Days of travel:

1day, choose from 1 to 365

Add 1 day (from 2 days) to save 4%

How much data do you need each day?

You selected FLEX365 5 GB/day for 1 day

  • You get 5 GB of high-speed data every day
  • After that, you stay online with unlimited data at 384 Kbps
  • Each new day, your full 5 GB is back
  • Staying longer? Top up the same eSIM

Details of your selected plan

5 GB/day · 1 day
See all 8 countries and their networks
  • Cambodia
    Metfone, Cellcard · 4G
  • Indonesia
    Telkomsel, XL, Indosat · 5G/4G
  • Laos
    Lao Telecom · 5G
  • Malaysia
    Maxis, CelcomDigi · 5G
  • Philippines
    SMART, Globe · 5G
  • Thailand
    AIS, DTAC, TrueMove H · 5G
  • Timor-Leste
    Telemor · 4G
  • Vietnam
    Viettel Mobile, Vinaphone, MobiFone · 5G
Coverage
Works in 8 countries and territories
Network
17 networks across 8 countries, see the list above
Validity
1 day
Data
5 GB high-speed data per day, then unlimited at 384 Kbps for the rest of the day
Speed
3G/4G/5G (connects to the best available network automatically)
Hotspot
Supported, you can share your connection with other devices
Validity starts
Validity starts when the eSIM first connects to a network at your destination, so you can install it ahead of time
Top-up
Available, add data to the eSIM you already have

Details change with the plan you select above. Actual speeds depend on your location and the network you connect to.

About the Southeast Asia (8 areas) eSIM

Southeast Asia is ideal for overland and island-hopping trips, with temples, rice terraces, beaches and street food all close together.

Southeast Asia eSIM (8 areas) from eSIMCircle lets you set up mobile data on your phone before you travel and turn it on when you arrive, with no SIM counter to find and no card to swap.

Getting around Southeast Asia with mobile data

Data helps you book ride-hailing cars and ferries, translate menus, follow maps through busy markets and check bus and flight times as you cross from one country to the next.

  • Thailand: Bangkok, Chiang Mai and the southern islands.
  • Vietnam: Hanoi, Ha Long Bay, Hoi An and Ho Chi Minh City.
  • Cambodia and Laos: Angkor Wat and Luang Prabang.
  • Malaysia: Kuala Lumpur, Penang and Langkawi.
  • Indonesia and the Philippines: Bali, Komodo and Palawan.
  • Timor-Leste: Dili and the island of Atauro.

Tips for using mobile data in Southeast Asia

Singapore is not part of this plan, so check the coverage list above before a stopover there.

The eSIMCircle Southeast Asia eSIM gets you online as soon as you land in the countries in this region, with no physical SIM to find or swap. Coverage comes from 17 partner networks (3G/4G/5G). Plans start from $1.99, and FLEX365 lets you pick exactly how many days you need, from 1 to 365.

Southeast Asia eSIM plans

  • Standard plans: 6 options with 1 GB to 20 GB of data, valid for 7 to 30 days, priced $1.99 to $24.99. The data is shared across the whole validity period.
  • FLEX365 plans: 2 daily data allowances, from 5 GB to 10 GB per day, from $6.55 per day. Choose 1 to 365 days; the more days you pick, the bigger the discount.

Where does the Southeast Asia eSIM work?

One eSIM works in 8 countries and territories: Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Philippines, Thailand, Timor-Leste, Vietnam.

Good to know

  • These plans are data only, with no phone number, calls or SMS. Use WhatsApp, iMessage or other apps to call and text, and keep your main SIM in your phone for calls and one-time codes.
  • With FLEX365, if you use up the day's high-speed data you stay connected at 384 Kbps until the day ends, and full speed returns the next day.

Southeast Asia eSIM: frequently asked questions

Which networks does the Southeast Asia eSIM use?

The Southeast Asia eSIM connects through partner networks in the countries in this region (3G/4G/5G). Your phone picks the strongest network automatically, so there is nothing extra to set up.

How much does a Southeast Asia eSIM cost?

The Southeast Asia eSIM starts from $1.99. We offer FLEX365 plans priced per day, where you choose 1 to 365 days (from 5 GB per day) and 6 Standard plans with a fixed amount of data (valid 7 to 30 days). Pick the plan that matches your trip length and data needs in the plan selector above.

Can I use my phone as a hotspot with the Southeast Asia eSIM?

Yes. Turn on your phone's personal hotspot to share the connection with a laptop or a travel companion's device. Data used by those devices counts toward your plan.

Can I top up my Southeast Asia eSIM if I run out of data?

Yes, Southeast Asia plans that support top-ups let you add data to the eSIM you already have, with no new install needed. Check the "Top-up" row in the plan details for your selected plan.

When does the validity period of the Southeast Asia eSIM start?

Validity starts when the eSIM first connects to a network in the countries in this region. You can install it ahead of time at home without losing any days.

How do I receive my Southeast Asia eSIM after buying?

After your payment is confirmed, your eSIM is delivered by email with a QR code and step-by-step installation instructions. If you don't see the email, check your spam folder.

How to install your Southeast Asia eSIM on iPhone and Android

iPhone

  1. Connect to Wi-Fi and open the email with your order's QR code.
  2. Go to Settings > Cellular > Add eSIM, then scan the QR code.
  3. Name the eSIM and choose it for cellular data.
  4. When you arrive, turn the eSIM on and enable Data Roaming.

Android

  1. Connect to Wi-Fi and open the email with your order's QR code.
  2. Go to Settings > Connections > SIM manager > Add eSIM (menu names vary by brand).
  3. Scan the QR code, then turn the eSIM on for mobile data.
  4. When you arrive, enable Data Roaming for the eSIM.

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