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China mainland eSIM — reviews & details

China 10GB/Day · 10 GB/day · 1 days

View plan & buy — $7.50
4.5

620 reviews

5 ★ 65%
4 ★ 25%
3 ★ 7%
2 ★ 3%
1 ★ 0%

Coverage & networks

  • China mainland China Mobile 5G

Traveller reviews

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Kenji F.

Japan · Nov 2025

✓ Verified

Super easy to set up before I flew out. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Made staying connected effortless.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Kenji! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland. Enjoy your journeys! — Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Ingrid D.

United States · Nov 2025

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Made staying connected effortless.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

Thank you so much, Ingrid! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Come back anytime! – Emma 💜

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Mateo B.

Canada · Nov 2025

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that. The QR code arrived instantly by email.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Mateo. 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. – James 💜

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Wei N.

Egypt · Nov 2025

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

So glad to hear this, Wei! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Come back anytime! – Emma 💜

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Beatriz T.

Malaysia · Nov 2025

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Zero regrets.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

Thank you so much, Beatriz! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – David 💜

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Sven S.

Canada · Nov 2025

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

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

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Giulia C.

Australia · Oct 2025

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

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

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Ingrid T.

Indonesia · Oct 2025

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival in China mainland. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Telling my friends about this.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Ingrid! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Enjoy your journeys! — Diego

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Budi N.

Philippines · Oct 2025

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code in China mainland. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Telling my friends about this.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

Thank you so much, Budi! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland. Come back anytime! – Mark 💜

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Beatriz T.

Philippines · Oct 2025

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Zero regrets.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

Thanks a lot, Beatriz! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland. Enjoy your journeys! – Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Pablo S.

Saudi Arabia · Oct 2025

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Would definitely buy again.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

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

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Linh C.

South Korea · Oct 2025

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

Cheers, Linh! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Fatima T.

Mexico · Oct 2025

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Connected the moment I landed. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Great experience overall.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

Thank you so much, Fatima! So happy the China mainland eSIM kept you connected. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Ethan P.

Canada · Oct 2025

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Exactly what I needed for travelling in China mainland. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Made staying connected effortless.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

Cheers, Ethan! So happy the China mainland eSIM kept you connected. — Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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Yuki N.

Philippines · Oct 2025

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Connected the moment I landed. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

Cheers, Yuki! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Ken, GotoeSIM Support

Frequently asked questions

How much does the China mainland eSIM cost?

The China 10GB/Day plan costs $7.50 for 10 GB/day over 1 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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Linh S. · 3 weeks ago

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

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support

It's immediate, Linh! The QR code is delivered the moment your payment goes through. – Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

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Noah T. · 1 month ago

Which networks does this connect to?

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support

It connects to trusted local partner networks, Noah, on 4G/5G where available. — Laura

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Giulia V. · 2 months ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support

Yes Giulia, WhatsApp keeps working with your home number — the eSIM only carries data. – Diego 💜

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Ravi G. · 6 months ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support

Yes Ravi, recent Samsung Galaxy models support eSIM — add it under Settings › Connections › SIM manager. — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Ravi H. · 7 months ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support

For nearby countries, Ravi, a regional plan may suit you better — happy to help you pick. – Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Noah L. · 8 months ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support

Yes Noah, 5G is supported where the local network offers it, otherwise fast 4G. – Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Katya B. · 9 months ago

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

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support

Install on Wi-Fi before you fly, Katya — it switches on when you land. – Emma 💜

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Sven W. · 10 months ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support

You can check remaining data anytime in the GotoeSIM app under My eSIMs, Sven. — Yuki

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Andre C. · 10 months ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support

Tethering is supported, Andre! Feel free to hotspot to your other devices. – Anna 💜

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Thomas T. · 11 months ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support

Validity usually starts when you first connect in your destination, Thomas — not at purchase. — Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Ryan K. · 11 months ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support

Thanks Ryan, that means a lot! Reach out anytime. – Ken, GotoeSIM Support

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Ethan G. · 1 year ago

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

David David GotoeSIM Support

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