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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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Hugo B.

UAE · May 2026

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Hugo. 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. — Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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Ravi S.

Portugal · May 2026

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Great value compared to roaming charges in China mainland. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Cheers, Ravi! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Come back anytime! — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

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Mei D.

Saudi Arabia · May 2026

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Great value compared to roaming charges in China mainland. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Cheers, Mei! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Diego 💜

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Sofia T.

Australia · May 2026

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Would definitely buy again.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Thanks a lot, Sofia! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Tom 💜

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Mohammed K.

Vietnam · May 2026

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Connected the moment I landed. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Telling my friends about this.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

So glad to hear this, Mohammed! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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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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Liam L.

India · May 2026

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Great value compared to roaming charges in China mainland. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Telling my friends about this.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Thank you so much, Liam! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland. We're here whenever you travel again. — Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Linh B.

Vietnam · May 2026

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Activation was automatic when I arrived. A must-have for international travel.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

So glad to hear this, Linh! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. – Yuki 💜

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Emma W.

Poland · May 2026

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Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

So sorry to hear this, Emma. This isn't the standard we aim for. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. – Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

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Isabella K.

Netherlands · May 2026

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Telling my friends about this.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

So glad to hear this, Isabella! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Anna 💜

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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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Lea M.

Sweden · May 2026

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Lea. 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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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 💜

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. · 5 days 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. · 1 month 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. · 6 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