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China 1GB 7Days (nonhkip) · 1 GB · 7 days

View plan & buy — $1.62
4.5

137 reviews

5 ★ 68%
4 ★ 21%
3 ★ 6%
2 ★ 4%
1 ★ 1%

Coverage & networks

  • China mainland China Unicom 5G China Telecom 4G

Traveller reviews

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Mei K.

Thailand · Feb 2026

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thank you so much, Mei! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Laura 💜

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Hana F.

Vietnam · Feb 2026

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Zero regrets.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Cheers, Hana! So happy the China mainland eSIM kept you connected. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Ethan P.

Vietnam · Feb 2026

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Cheers, Ethan! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Chloe S.

Netherlands · Feb 2026

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Customer support answered my question quickly.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Chloe! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. We're here whenever you travel again. – Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Pablo P.

UAE · Feb 2026

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. The QR code arrived instantly by email.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Pablo! So happy the China mainland eSIM kept you connected. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – James 💜

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Sarah M.

United States · Feb 2026

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Zero regrets.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thank you so much, Sarah! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland. We're here whenever you travel again. – Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Sofia V.

Sweden · Feb 2026

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process in China mainland. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Five stars from me.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thank you so much, Sofia! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland. – Ingrid 💜

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Giulia P.

Turkey · Feb 2026

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly in China mainland. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Made staying connected effortless.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Giulia! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland. – Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Nguyen H.

Poland · Feb 2026

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

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

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James R.

South Korea · Feb 2026

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code in China mainland. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Telling my friends about this.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Thank you so much, James! So happy the China mainland eSIM kept you connected. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Mohammed V.

Singapore · Feb 2026

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

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Mohammed! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Anna V.

Canada · Feb 2026

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Did the job without any drama. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Zero regrets.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Anna! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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Beatriz W.

Australia · Feb 2026

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Customer support answered my question quickly. Zero regrets.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Really appreciate this, Beatriz! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. — Ken, GotoeSIM Support

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Elena R.

Egypt · Feb 2026

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Customer support answered my question quickly.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Apologies for the trouble, Elena. We'd love the chance to make this right. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. — David

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Marco C.

Indonesia · Feb 2026

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Super easy to set up before I flew out in China mainland. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Made staying connected effortless.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Thank you so much, Marco! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Omar, GotoeSIM Support

Frequently asked questions

How much does the China mainland eSIM cost?

The China 1GB 7Days (nonhkip) plan costs $1.62 for 1 GB over 7 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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Sofia V. · 2 months ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support

Your usage is tracked live in the app, Sofia — check My eSIMs anytime. – Yuki 💜

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Priya T. · 5 months ago

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

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support

It's immediate, Priya! The QR code is delivered the moment your payment goes through. — Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Budi G. · 5 months ago

Which networks does this connect to?

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support

You'll be on top local networks, Budi — full details are on the plan page under Coverage. – Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Linh C. · 7 months ago

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

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support

Install on Wi-Fi before you fly, Linh — it switches on when you land. – Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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Elena R. · 7 months ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support

Tethering is supported, Elena! Feel free to hotspot to your other devices. — Diego, GotoeSIM Support

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Hana S. · 9 months ago

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

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support

Yes Hana, you can top up the same eSIM anytime — no need to buy a new one. – Priya 💜

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Thomas D. · 9 months ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support

It works great on modern Samsung phones, Thomas! Add it via SIM manager and you're set. — Tom

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Pablo T. · 10 months ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

James James GotoeSIM Support

Yes Pablo, 5G is supported where the local network offers it, otherwise fast 4G. — James

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Noah M. · 11 months ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support

So glad it helped, Noah! We're always here if you need anything. – Mark 💜

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Nadia F. · 11 months ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support

Your number stays active for WhatsApp, Nadia! The eSIM just handles data. – Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

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Liam B. · 11 months ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support

Validity usually starts when you first connect in your destination, Liam — not at purchase. — Yuki

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Hugo B. · 11 months ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support

No surprise fees, Hugo! Roaming is part of the plan and never billed separately. – Omar 💜