Asia eSIM — reviews & details
Asia (20 areas) 1GB 7Days · 1 GB · 7 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Bangladesh Banglalink 4G Grameenphone 4G
- China mainland China Mobile 5G China Unicom 5G
- Hong Kong (China) 3 5G SmarTone 5G csl/1010 5G
- India AirTel 5G Jio 4G
- Indonesia 3 5G Indosat Ooredoo 5G Telkomsel 5G
- Japan NTT docomo 5G KDDI/au 5G Rakuten Mobile 5G
- Kazakhstan Tele2.kz 5G Beeline 4G
- Kyrgyzstan Beeline 4G
- Laos Unitel 3G
- Macao (China) 3 4G
- Malaysia U Mobile 5G CelcomDigi 5G
- Pakistan Jazz 4G
- Philippines SMART 5G
- Singapore StarHub 5G SingTel 5G TPG Telecom 4G
- South Korea SKTelecom 5G
- Sri Lanka Etisalat 4G Dialog 4G Mobitel 5G Hutch 4G
- Taiwan (China) Chunghwa 5G FarEasTone 5G
- Thailand TrueMove H 5G CAT 4G AIS 5G
- Uzbekistan Beeline 4G
- Vietnam MobiFone 4G Vietnamobile 4G
Traveller reviews
Emma B.
South Korea · Apr 2025
Install took me two tries but was fine after that.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Appreciate you sharing this, Emma. Glad it mostly worked for you in Asia — we're always improving our coverage. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. – Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Ava F.
UAE · Apr 2025
Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price. Customer support answered my question quickly.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Ava. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Asia. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. – Sara 💜
Mei V.
Indonesia · Apr 2025
Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price. Coverage was strong even outside the city.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for taking the time, Mei. 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. — Omar, GotoeSIM Support
Pablo W.
Vietnam · Mar 2025
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for taking the time, Pablo. Glad it mostly worked for you in Asia — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – Priya 💜
Haruto D.
Switzerland · Mar 2025
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. The QR code arrived instantly by email.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for taking the time, Haruto. 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. — Ken
Nguyen D.
United States · Mar 2025
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Nguyen. Glad it mostly worked for you in Asia — we're always improving our coverage. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Viktor M.
Thailand · Mar 2025
Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Appreciate you sharing this, Viktor. Good to hear it did the job, and we're working to make it even better. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — Tom, GotoeSIM Support
Ethan T.
Portugal · Mar 2025
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Ethan. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Asia. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – Omar 💜
Ji-woo V.
New Zealand · Feb 2025
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for taking the time, Ji-woo. Good to hear it did the job, and we're working to make it even better. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. – Ken, GotoeSIM Support
Liam M.
Vietnam · Dec 2024
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Liam. Good to hear it did the job, and we're working to make it even better. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — Diego, GotoeSIM Support
Grace C.
UAE · Oct 2024
Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Activation was automatic when I arrived.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Appreciate you sharing this, Grace. Glad it mostly worked for you in Asia — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – Ken, GotoeSIM Support
Ananya K.
South Korea · Sep 2024
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Ananya. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Asia. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Mark, GotoeSIM Support
Zoe T.
Philippines · Sep 2024
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for taking the time, Zoe. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Asia. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – Sara 💜
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Asia eSIM cost?
The Asia (20 areas) 1GB 7Days plan costs $5.40 for 1 GB over 7 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
Wei V. · 2 months ago
Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?
Yes Wei, hotspot/tethering works fine — share your data to a laptop or tablet anytime. — Grace
Budi V. · 2 months ago
Which networks does this connect to?
You'll be on top local networks, Budi — full details are on the plan page under Coverage. – Laura, GotoeSIM Support
Viktor H. · 2 months ago
How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?
It's immediate, Viktor! The QR code is delivered the moment your payment goes through. – Mark, GotoeSIM Support
Ava N. · 3 months ago
Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?
Yes Ava, you can top up the same eSIM anytime — no need to buy a new one. — Diego, GotoeSIM Support
James V. · 4 months ago
Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?
Yes James, WhatsApp keeps working with your home number — the eSIM only carries data. — Omar
Olivia T. · 6 months ago
Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?
Validity usually starts when you first connect in your destination, Olivia — not at purchase. — Diego
Mateo C. · 7 months ago
Can I use it in nearby countries too?
This plan covers its listed destination, Mateo — for multiple countries, check our regional plans. – Priya, GotoeSIM Support
Aisha K. · 7 months ago
Does this work on an iPhone 13?
Yes Aisha, it works on iPhone XS and newer — just add the eSIM under Settings › Cellular › Add eSIM. — Priya, GotoeSIM Support
Elena K. · 10 months ago
Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.
Yes Elena, recent Samsung Galaxy models support eSIM — add it under Settings › Connections › SIM manager. – Ingrid 💜
Olivia P. · 10 months ago
Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?
No surprise fees, Olivia! Roaming is part of the plan and never billed separately. — Omar, GotoeSIM Support
Max T. · 10 months ago
Is 5G supported or just 4G?
5G is available where covered, Max — you'll always get the best speed on offer. — Grace, GotoeSIM Support
Diego L. · 1 year ago
How do I check how much data I have left?
You can check remaining data anytime in the GotoeSIM app under My eSIMs, Diego. – Mark 💜