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China 1GB/Day · 1 GB/day · 1 days

View plan & buy — $0.98
4.5

620 reviews

5 ★ 63%
4 ★ 26%
3 ★ 7%
2 ★ 3%
1 ★ 0%

Coverage & networks

  • China mainland China Mobile 5G

Traveller reviews

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Liam H.

Germany · Jun 2026

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly in China mainland. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Cheers, Liam! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Chloe G.

Thailand · Jun 2026

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Connected the moment I landed. Customer support answered my question quickly. Telling my friends about this.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thanks for sharing, Chloe! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland. Enjoy your journeys! – Tom 💜

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Isabella H.

Turkey · Jun 2026

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. A must-have for international travel.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Cheers, Isabella! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Sara 💜

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Mateo L.

Philippines · Jun 2026

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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. Made staying connected effortless.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thanks a lot, Mateo! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. We're here whenever you travel again. – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Grace T.

United States · Jun 2026

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Would definitely buy again.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Really appreciate this, Grace! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland. We're here whenever you travel again. – Omar 💜

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Anna S.

Australia · Jun 2026

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Connected the moment I landed in China mainland. Customer support answered my question quickly.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thanks a lot, Anna! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Yuki 💜

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Daniel V.

New Zealand · May 2026

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Five stars from me.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Cheers, Daniel! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Anna V.

Portugal · May 2026

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday in China mainland. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Great experience overall.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thank you for the kind words, Anna! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Yuki, GotoeSIM Support

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Arjun H.

Poland · May 2026

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Exactly what I needed for travelling in China mainland. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Great experience overall.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thank you for the kind words, Arjun! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Come back anytime! — Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Ava P.

Italy · May 2026

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Five stars from me.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Ava! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Anna 💜

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Arjun L.

Turkey · May 2026

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

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

So glad to hear this, Arjun! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Enjoy your journeys! – Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Mohammed F.

Mexico · May 2026

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Great value compared to roaming charges. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Telling my friends about this.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Really appreciate this, Mohammed! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Come back anytime! – James, GotoeSIM Support

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Sofia G.

Indonesia · May 2026

✓ Verified

First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Zero regrets.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Sofia! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland. Enjoy your journeys! – Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Grace C.

Sweden · May 2026

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Coverage was strong even outside the city.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

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

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Mateo G.

France · May 2026

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

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

So glad to hear this, Mateo! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Enjoy your journeys! — Sara

Frequently asked questions

How much does the China mainland eSIM cost?

The China 1GB/Day plan costs $0.98 for 1 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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Ji-woo G. · 2 months ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support

So glad it helped, Ji-woo! We're always here if you need anything. — Tom

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Lucas H. · 4 months ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support

You can check remaining data anytime in the GotoeSIM app under My eSIMs, Lucas. — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Carlos G. · 5 months ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support

Absolutely, Carlos! Any iPhone XS or newer supports it. Scan the QR in Settings › Cellular. — Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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Ryan W. · 7 months ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support

It works great on modern Samsung phones, Ryan! Add it via SIM manager and you're set. — Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Ravi T. · 7 months ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

David David GotoeSIM Support

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

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Louis G. · 8 months ago

Which networks does this connect to?

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support

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

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Mateo P. · 8 months ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support

The clock starts on first use in-country, Mateo, so buying early is totally fine. – Emma 💜

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Anna F. · 10 months ago

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

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support

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

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Emma N. · 11 months ago

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

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support

Your QR code arrives instantly, Emma — within seconds of payment, by email and in your account. – Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Kenji K. · 1 year ago

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

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support

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

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Daniel L. · 1 year ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support

No surprise fees, Daniel! Roaming is part of the plan and never billed separately. — Diego, GotoeSIM Support

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Mateo G. · 1 year ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support

5G is available where covered, Mateo — you'll always get the best speed on offer. — Ken, GotoeSIM Support