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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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Daniel T.

Turkey · Jun 2025

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

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Daniel! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland. We're here whenever you travel again. – Anna 💜

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Ethan K.

Canada · Jun 2025

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Customer support answered my question quickly. Telling my friends about this.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Ethan! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Enjoy your journeys! — James, GotoeSIM Support

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Elena C.

Singapore · Jun 2025

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Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Apologies for the trouble, Elena. That's not the experience we want for China mainland. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. – Omar 💜

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Carlos W.

New Zealand · Jun 2025

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Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Apologies for the trouble, Carlos. We'd love the chance to make this right. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. — James, GotoeSIM Support

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Aisha N.

South Korea · May 2025

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly in China mainland. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Aisha! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Giulia W.

Turkey · May 2025

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Did the job without any drama. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Giulia! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Ingrid

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Arjun T.

Netherlands · May 2025

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Great value compared to roaming charges. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Arjun! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Enjoy your journeys! — James, GotoeSIM Support

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Ji-woo F.

Sweden · May 2025

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Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Ji-woo. 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. – Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Elena P.

Italy · May 2025

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Connected the moment I landed. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Would definitely buy again.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Elena! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – David 💜

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Hugo N.

India · May 2025

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly in China mainland. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Hugo! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland. – Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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James P.

Malaysia · May 2025

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Activation was automatic when I arrived.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, James! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Laura 💜

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Diego P.

France · May 2025

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Diego! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Come back anytime! – Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Diego F.

Poland · May 2025

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport in China mainland. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Five stars from me.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Diego! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — James

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Thomas M.

Saudi Arabia · May 2025

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless in China mainland. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Telling my friends about this.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Thomas! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Come back anytime! — Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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Carlos W.

Saudi Arabia · May 2025

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

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Carlos! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — Priya

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