The fixed telephone is less popular than cellphones among Vietnamese. In 2010, the penetration rate was only 19% in 2011. However, several operators offer this service and at a very affordable price.
The main operator is Vietnam Posts and Telecommunications Group (VNPT), and the other one is Viettel (only in Vietnamese). Registrations generally include activation, subscription and installation fees. The subscription also includes monthly charges.
The registration can be done through the phone, via a specific number (visible on the websites), through retailers themselves and even via text message. You may be asked to provide the following documents:
It is possible to subscribe to prepaid or postpaid offers.