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China mainland eSIM — reviews & details

China 100MB 7Days · 100 MB · 7 days

View plan & buy — $0.48
4.6

119 reviews

5 ★ 68%
4 ★ 24%
3 ★ 7%
2 ★ 1%
1 ★ 1%

Coverage & networks

  • China mainland China Mobile 5G

Traveller reviews

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Ethan F.

Egypt · Mar 2026

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Connected the moment I landed in China mainland. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Made staying connected effortless.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Ethan! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland. — Ken

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Yuki K.

India · Mar 2026

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Connected the moment I landed. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Five stars from me.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Really appreciate this, Yuki! So happy the China mainland eSIM kept you connected. — James

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Mohammed H.

Philippines · Mar 2026

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Activation was automatic when I arrived.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Really appreciate this, Mohammed! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. — David, GotoeSIM Support

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Min-jun R.

Vietnam · Mar 2026

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Made staying connected effortless.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Min-jun! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland. — Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Nadia B.

Ireland · Mar 2026

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Connected the moment I landed. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Made staying connected effortless.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Cheers, Nadia! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. We're here whenever you travel again. – Grace 💜

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Thomas C.

UAE · Mar 2026

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Great experience overall.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

So glad to hear this, Thomas! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. We're here whenever you travel again. — Grace

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Beatriz L.

Saudi Arabia · Mar 2026

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Great experience overall.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thanks a lot, Beatriz! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Yuki 💜

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Sophia V.

Indonesia · Mar 2026

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Great experience overall.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thanks a lot, Sophia! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Come back anytime! – Mark 💜

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Louis C.

Japan · Mar 2026

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Great experience overall.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

So glad to hear this, Louis! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland. – Tom 💜

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Hana D.

Spain · Feb 2026

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Did the job without any drama. Customer support answered my question quickly.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Really appreciate this, Hana! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland. Enjoy your journeys! — Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Ji-woo T.

Poland · Feb 2026

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Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, 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

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Sofia N.

Canada · Feb 2026

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thank you so much, Sofia! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland. — Mark

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Somchai M.

Turkey · Feb 2026

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Zero regrets.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thank you so much, Somchai! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. – Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Pablo T.

United Kingdom · Feb 2026

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Pablo. Glad it mostly worked for you in China mainland — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Yuki

Frequently asked questions

How much does the China mainland eSIM cost?

The China 100MB 7Days plan costs $0.48 for 100 MB over 7 days, paid once with no hidden fees.

How do I activate my China mainland 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 China mainland.

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 China mainland.

Comments & questions

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Sarah G. · 1 month ago

Which networks does this connect to?

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support

You'll be on top local networks, Sarah — full details are on the plan page under Coverage. — Diego

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Arjun K. · 1 month ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support

This plan covers its listed destination, Arjun — for multiple countries, check our regional plans. — Tom

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Beatriz L. · 2 months ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

James James GotoeSIM Support

No surprise fees, Beatriz! Roaming is part of the plan and never billed separately. – James 💜

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Carlos D. · 2 months ago

Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support

Yes Carlos, you can top up the same eSIM anytime — no need to buy a new one. — Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Yuki S. · 4 months ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support

Thanks Yuki, that means a lot! Reach out anytime. – Yuki 💜

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Lea B. · 5 months ago

Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support

Install on Wi-Fi before you fly, Lea — it switches on when you land. — Sophie

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Haruto R. · 9 months ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support

You can check remaining data anytime in the GotoeSIM app under My eSIMs, Haruto. – Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Sri N. · 10 months ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support

It works great on modern Samsung phones, Sri! Add it via SIM manager and you're set. — Omar

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Sophia N. · 1 year ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support

The clock starts on first use in-country, Sophia, so buying early is totally fine. — Grace

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Arjun N. · 1 year ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support

Tethering is supported, Arjun! Feel free to hotspot to your other devices. – Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Ava K. · 1 year ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support

5G is available where covered, Ava — you'll always get the best speed on offer. – Priya 💜

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Mei W. · 1 year ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support

Your number stays active for WhatsApp, Mei! The eSIM just handles data. — Mark