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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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Liam T.

Saudi Arabia · May 2026

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

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Cheers, Liam! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Enjoy your journeys! — Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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Yuki R.

Singapore · May 2026

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Connected the moment I landed. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

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

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Emma R.

France · May 2026

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Super easy to set up before I flew out in China mainland. Customer support answered my question quickly. Five stars from me.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Emma! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Come back anytime! – Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Ryan K.

Egypt · May 2026

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Coverage was strong even outside the city.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Thanks a lot, Ryan! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland. Enjoy your journeys! – Sophie 💜

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Hugo C.

Saudi Arabia · May 2026

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

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Hugo! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Come back anytime! – Ingrid 💜

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Omar M.

Australia · May 2026

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Connected the moment I landed. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Zero regrets.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Omar! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland. We're here whenever you travel again. — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

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Grace V.

Malaysia · May 2026

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Activation was automatic when I arrived.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Cheers, Grace! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Enjoy your journeys! — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Marco N.

Australia · May 2026

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Marco! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Ingrid 💜

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Beatriz P.

Poland · May 2026

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Activation was automatic when I arrived.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Thank you so much, Beatriz! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland. – Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Elena W.

United Kingdom · May 2026

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Exactly as described — no surprises.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

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

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Ethan V.

South Korea · May 2026

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Ethan! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Laura 💜

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Priya S.

France · Apr 2026

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Thank you so much, Priya! So happy the China mainland eSIM kept you connected. We're here whenever you travel again. — Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Wei L.

South Korea · Apr 2026

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Customer support answered my question quickly. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Wei! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Yuki

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Diego V.

Netherlands · Apr 2026

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Coverage was strong even outside the city. A must-have for international travel.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Diego! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Lea S.

South Korea · Apr 2026

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

David David GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

So glad to hear this, Lea! So happy the China mainland eSIM kept you connected. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — David, GotoeSIM Support

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