Asia eSIM — reviews & details
Asia (12 areas) 5GB 30Days · 5 GB · 30 days
175 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Cambodia Metfone 4G
- China mainland China Unicom 5G
- Hong Kong (China) csl 4G
- Indonesia Telkomsel 5G
- Japan KDDI/au 5G
- Macao (China) CTM 5G
- Malaysia CelcomDigi 5G Maxis 5G
- Singapore M1 4G SingTel 4G
- South Korea SKTelecom 5G LG Uplus 5G
- Taiwan (China) Chunghwa 5G
- Thailand DTAC 5G TrueMove H 5G
- Vietnam MobiFone 4G Viettel Mobile 5G Vietnamobile 4G
Traveller reviews
Ingrid F.
Malaysia · Jan 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Ingrid! So happy the Asia eSIM kept you connected. – Mark, GotoeSIM Support
Nadia B.
United Kingdom · Jan 2026
Did the job without any drama in Asia. The QR code arrived instantly by email.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Thanks a lot, Nadia! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Asia. – Diego, GotoeSIM Support
Hana W.
Egypt · Jan 2026
Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price. Activation was automatic when I arrived.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Apologies for the trouble, Hana. We'd love the chance to make this right. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. – David, GotoeSIM Support
Olivia P.
United States · Jan 2026
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Telling my friends about this.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Really appreciate this, Olivia! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Asia. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Anna
James B.
UAE · Jan 2026
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Exactly as described — no surprises.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Thanks a lot, James! So happy the Asia eSIM kept you connected. We're here whenever you travel again. — James
Sven S.
United States · Jan 2026
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Cheers, Sven! So happy the Asia eSIM kept you connected. — Grace, GotoeSIM Support
Nadia C.
Egypt · Jan 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Really appreciate this, Nadia! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Sara, GotoeSIM Support
Sri V.
Ireland · Jan 2026
Did the job without any drama. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Thanks for sharing, Sri! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Asia. – Ingrid 💜
Katya D.
UAE · Jan 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Thank you so much, Katya! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Asia. — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support
Anna G.
Italy · Jan 2026
Did the job without any drama. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Zero regrets.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Thank you so much, Anna! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. – Mark, GotoeSIM Support
Grace C.
Philippines · Jan 2026
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Made staying connected effortless.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Thanks a lot, Grace! So happy the Asia eSIM kept you connected. – Mark 💜
Grace K.
Canada · Jan 2026
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Appreciate you sharing this, Grace. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Asia. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Anna, GotoeSIM Support
Yuki N.
Canada · Jan 2026
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 8 months ago Cheers, Yuki! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Asia. Come back anytime! – Laura, GotoeSIM Support
Hugo F.
Sweden · Jan 2026
Super easy to set up before I flew out. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 8 months ago Really appreciate this, Hugo! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. We're here whenever you travel again. — Anna
James M.
Netherlands · Jan 2026
Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 8 months ago Thank you for taking the time, James. Good to hear it did the job, and we're working to make it even better. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Diego
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Asia eSIM cost?
The Asia (12 areas) 5GB 30Days plan costs $21.60 for 5 GB over 30 days, paid once with no hidden fees.
How do I activate my Asia eSIM?
Scan the QR code in your phone settings (Cellular/Mobile → Add eSIM) or tap Install in the GotoeSIM app. Install on Wi-Fi before your trip; it activates when you arrive in Asia.
Will this eSIM work on my phone?
It works on any eSIM-compatible, carrier-unlocked phone — iPhone XS and newer, Google Pixel 3 and newer, and recent Samsung Galaxy models.
Can I keep my regular number?
Yes. The eSIM runs alongside your normal SIM, so you keep your number for calls and texts while using data in Asia.
Comments & questions
Lucia F. · 1 month ago
Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?
Roaming is included in the plan, Lucia — no extra charges, it's all prepaid. – Ingrid 💜
Katya T. · 2 months ago
Does this work on an iPhone 13?
Absolutely, Katya! Any iPhone XS or newer supports it. Scan the QR in Settings › Cellular. — Anna
Carlos P. · 3 months ago
Which networks does this connect to?
You'll be on top local networks, Carlos — full details are on the plan page under Coverage. — Omar, GotoeSIM Support
Haruto L. · 3 months ago
Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?
Yes Haruto, WhatsApp keeps working with your home number — the eSIM only carries data. — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support
Haruto P. · 6 months ago
How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?
Your QR code arrives instantly, Haruto — within seconds of payment, by email and in your account. — David, GotoeSIM Support
Elena C. · 7 months ago
How do I check how much data I have left?
Your usage is tracked live in the app, Elena — check My eSIMs anytime. – David 💜
Linh W. · 8 months ago
Is 5G supported or just 4G?
Yes Linh, 5G is supported where the local network offers it, otherwise fast 4G. – Ken 💜
Min-jun S. · 8 months ago
Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.
It works great on modern Samsung phones, Min-jun! Add it via SIM manager and you're set. – Laura, GotoeSIM Support
James C. · 10 months ago
Can I use it in nearby countries too?
For nearby countries, James, a regional plan may suit you better — happy to help you pick. – Anna 💜
Olivia G. · 11 months ago
Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?
We recommend installing before you travel, Olivia, then it activates automatically on arrival. – Laura, GotoeSIM Support
Priya C. · 11 months ago
Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?
Yes Priya, hotspot/tethering works fine — share your data to a laptop or tablet anytime. – Ken, GotoeSIM Support
Carlos R. · 1 year ago
Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.
So glad it helped, Carlos! We're always here if you need anything. — Diego, GotoeSIM Support