Vietnam mobile data prices Q3 2026: what changed?

Vietnam’s three main carriers — Viettel, Vinaphone, and Mobifone — have kept their mobile data plan pricing unchanged through Q3 2026. There have been no price hikes or new plan launches from any of them since the second quarter. Tourists and digital nomads can expect the same competitive rates that have been available since early 2026.

Typical daily eSIM costs for 5–7 GB per day plans fall between $0.63 and $1.41 when buying directly from local sellers. Viettel offers the widest rural coverage, Vinaphone has solid urban coverage across major cities, and Mobifone (often sold as Skyfi) tends to be the cheapest per gigabyte for stays under two weeks. All three carriers deliver full-speed 4G, with 5G coverage steadily expanding in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, and Da Nang.

Viettel, the state-owned market leader, offers 5GB/day eSIM plans at $9.90 for 7 days, $12.90 for 15 days, and $18.90 for 30 days. Its strength is nationwide coverage, including remote areas like Sapa, Ha Giang, and the Mekong Delta. Vinaphone matches the $18.90 price for 30 days (5GB/day) and offers 10-day ($11.90) and 15-day ($13.90) options. Vinaphone’s network is strong in cities and along main highways.

Mobifone (Skyfi) provides 7GB/day plans — 7 days for $8, 10 days for $10, and 15 days for $11 — making it the most affordable option per gigabyte, especially for stays of 7–15 days. All three carriers run on full-speed 4G/5G networks. 5G is now available in most central districts of Hanoi, HCMC, and Da Nang, though speeds are comparable to 4G in many areas. For travelers who need reliable connectivity outside urban centers, Viettel remains the safest choice.

As of July 2026, neither Viettel nor Vinaphone have introduced any price increases or new plan tiers. The only notable carrier change this year came earlier from Mobifone, which launched its 10-day 7GB/day plan in the first half of 2026. That plan has remained unchanged since then. Global eSIM resellers like Airalo and Holafly also haven’t adjusted their Vietnam eSIM pricing in Q3 2026.

5G coverage has expanded marginally. Based on carrier public statements, Viettel now covers roughly 95% of urban areas, and Vinaphone about 90%. This still means travelers heading to mountainous or very rural regions should rely on 4G, which is available on all networks. No unlimited data plans have appeared from any carrier — all consumer plans remain capped on a daily or total basis.

For a short stay of 7 days, the Viettel 7-day ($9.90) and Mobifone 7-day ($8) plans are the best value. The Mobifone plan offers 7GB/day instead of 5GB, making it ideal for moderate data users who stream or use video calls daily. If you plan to explore both cities and remote areas, the Viettel 7-day gives you peace of mind with its superior rural coverage.

For longer trips (15–30 days), the Viettel 15-day ($12.90) or 30-day ($18.90) plans are reliable choices, especially for digital nomads needing consistent nationwide connectivity. Heavy data users who stay mostly in cities can save with Mobifone’s 15-day ($11) 7GB/day plan — more data at a lower overall cost. Most modern smartphones support dual SIM: keep your home SIM for calls/SMS and use the Vietnam eSIM for data. Note that mainland China and Hong Kong iPhones do not support eSIM.

Q: Have Viettel or Vinaphone increased prices for Q3 2026? A: No. Both carriers have kept the same pricing since early 2026. The 5GB/day plans for 7, 10, 15, and 30 days all remain at their previous rates.

Q: What is the cheapest per-day eSIM plan in Vietnam right now? A: The Mobifone 15-day plan at $11 works out to $0.73/day, the lowest daily cost among current eSIMs. For shorter stays, the Mobifone 10-day plan ($10) is also very competitive at $1/day.

Q: Does Mobifone (Skyfi) work well outside cities? A: Mobifone’s coverage is adequate in urban areas and along major routes, but it is noticeably weaker in mountainous regions like Sapa, Ha Giang, or the central highlands. For reliable rural connectivity, Viettel is recommended.

Q: Are there any new unlimited data plans available in Q3 2026? A: No. All three carriers still sell only capped daily data plans. There are no unlimited data eSIM options for tourists in Vietnam at this time.

Q: Will I be charged extra if I use more than 5GB per day? A: Yes — once you exceed the daily cap, the connection slows to 128 Kbps for the rest of the day (throttled, not cut off). To avoid throttling, manage your usage or choose a plan with a higher daily cap, like Mobifone’s 7GB/day.