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China 10GB 30Days (nonhkip) · 10 GB · 30 days

View plan & buy — $10.17
4.5

620 reviews

5 ★ 65%
4 ★ 24%
3 ★ 7%
2 ★ 2%
1 ★ 1%

Coverage & networks

  • China mainland China Unicom 5G China Telecom 4G

Traveller reviews

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Kenji V.

Portugal · Aug 2025

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Did the job without any drama. Coverage was strong even outside the city.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Really appreciate this, Kenji! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Enjoy your journeys! — Ken, GotoeSIM Support

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Sven G.

Germany · Aug 2025

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Connected the moment I landed. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Thank you so much, Sven! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — Emma

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Lea P.

South Korea · Aug 2025

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival in China mainland. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Cheers, Lea! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Come back anytime! — Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Elena H.

United Kingdom · Aug 2025

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Did the job without any drama in China mainland. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Zero regrets.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Thanks a lot, Elena! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Enjoy your journeys! — Diego

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Somchai W.

Singapore · Aug 2025

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Customer support answered my question quickly. Telling my friends about this.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Somchai! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. We're here whenever you travel again. – David, GotoeSIM Support

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Mohammed D.

Vietnam · Aug 2025

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Made staying connected effortless.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Thank you so much, Mohammed! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. We're here whenever you travel again. – Yuki, GotoeSIM Support

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Liam W.

Saudi Arabia · Aug 2025

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Zero regrets.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Really appreciate this, Liam! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Yuki

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Hana F.

France · Aug 2025

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Great value compared to roaming charges in China mainland. Customer support answered my question quickly. Zero regrets.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Really appreciate this, Hana! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Come back anytime! — Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Sri D.

Switzerland · Aug 2025

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly in China mainland. Customer support answered my question quickly.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Really appreciate this, Sri! So happy the China mainland eSIM kept you connected. Come back anytime! — David

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Pablo W.

Malaysia · Aug 2025

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Thank you so much, Pablo! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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Nadia R.

Australia · Aug 2025

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Thank you for taking the time, Nadia. Glad it mostly worked for you in China mainland — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Isabella D.

Poland · Jul 2025

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Made staying connected effortless.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Really appreciate this, Isabella! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Sophie

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Wei L.

Japan · Jul 2025

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

We're really sorry, Wei. We'd love the chance to make this right. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. — Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Yuki P.

Sweden · Jul 2025

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Yuki! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Come back anytime! — Sophie

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Mateo D.

Brazil · Jul 2025

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Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Mateo. 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. – Sophie 💜

Frequently asked questions

How much does the China mainland eSIM cost?

The China 10GB 30Days (nonhkip) plan costs $10.17 for 10 GB over 30 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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Ethan G. · 1 week ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support

This plan covers its listed destination, Ethan — for multiple countries, check our regional plans. – Anna 💜

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Noah D. · 1 month ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support

You can check remaining data anytime in the GotoeSIM app under My eSIMs, Noah. — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

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Isabella K. · 2 months ago

How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support

It's immediate, Isabella! The QR code is delivered the moment your payment goes through. – Priya 💜

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James D. · 5 months ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support

So glad it helped, James! We're always here if you need anything. – Ken, GotoeSIM Support

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Max C. · 6 months ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support

Yes Max, it works on iPhone XS and newer — just add the eSIM under Settings › Cellular › Add eSIM. — Yuki

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Camila G. · 6 months ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

James James GotoeSIM Support

5G is available where covered, Camila — you'll always get the best speed on offer. – James, GotoeSIM Support

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Chloe T. · 6 months ago

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

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support

We recommend installing before you travel, Chloe, then it activates automatically on arrival. – Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Andre R. · 7 months ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support

Yes Andre, hotspot/tethering works fine — share your data to a laptop or tablet anytime. – Sara 💜

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Arjun V. · 8 months ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support

Your number stays active for WhatsApp, Arjun! The eSIM just handles data. – Ingrid 💜

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Anna M. · 8 months ago

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

David David GotoeSIM Support

Yes Anna, you can top up the same eSIM anytime — no need to buy a new one. — David

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Sven S. · 10 months ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support

It works great on modern Samsung phones, Sven! Add it via SIM manager and you're set. – Laura 💜

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Sri V. · 1 year ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support

No surprise fees, Sri! Roaming is part of the plan and never billed separately. — Emma, GotoeSIM Support