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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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Sofia F.

Portugal · Aug 2025

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Would definitely buy again.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Sofia! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Mark

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Ava M.

Portugal · Aug 2025

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Customer support answered my question quickly.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Ava! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland. Come back anytime! – Ken, GotoeSIM Support

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Mei K.

Germany · Aug 2025

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Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Apologies for the trouble, Mei. That's not the experience we want for China mainland. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. — Ingrid

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Liam B.

Germany · Aug 2025

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Customer support answered my question quickly. A must-have for international travel.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Liam! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. – Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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Priya C.

France · Aug 2025

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. A must-have for international travel.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Really appreciate this, Priya! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland. – Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

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Nadia K.

Brazil · Aug 2025

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Thank you so much, Nadia! So happy the China mainland eSIM kept you connected. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Priya 💜

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Ethan C.

Egypt · Aug 2025

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Ethan! So happy the China mainland eSIM kept you connected. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — David, GotoeSIM Support

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Beatriz K.

United States · Aug 2025

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Beatriz! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland. – Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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Grace S.

United Kingdom · Aug 2025

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. A must-have for international travel.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Grace! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Omar 💜

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Linh V.

Singapore · Aug 2025

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code in China mainland. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. A must-have for international travel.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Thank you so much, Linh! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. We're here whenever you travel again. — Yuki

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Sven C.

Thailand · Aug 2025

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

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Thank you so much, Sven! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Come back anytime! — Anna

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Max W.

Netherlands · Aug 2025

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

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Thanks a lot, Max! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Enjoy your journeys! — Tom

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Wei B.

UAE · Aug 2025

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Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Coverage was strong even outside the city.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Wei. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across China mainland. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. – James 💜

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Mohammed T.

France · Jul 2025

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Really appreciate this, Mohammed! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — Diego, GotoeSIM Support

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Noah K.

South Korea · Jul 2025

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

James James GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Noah! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Come back anytime! – James 💜

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