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China 20GB 30Days (nonhkip) · 20 GB · 30 days

View plan & buy — $20.72
4.4

620 reviews

5 ★ 60%
4 ★ 28%
3 ★ 8%
2 ★ 3%
1 ★ 1%

Coverage & networks

  • China mainland China Unicom 5G China Telecom 4G

Traveller reviews

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Daniel H.

Vietnam · Oct 2025

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Telling my friends about this.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 9 months ago

Cheers, Daniel! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

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Ethan L.

South Korea · Oct 2025

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 9 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Ethan! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Elena C.

Saudi Arabia · Oct 2025

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 9 months ago

So glad to hear this, Elena! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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Kenji L.

Vietnam · Sep 2025

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly in China mainland. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 9 months ago

Cheers, Kenji! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Emma 💜

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Wei P.

Japan · Sep 2025

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Zero regrets.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 9 months ago

Really appreciate this, Wei! So happy the China mainland eSIM kept you connected. – Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Camila F.

Switzerland · Sep 2025

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Did the job without any drama. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

So glad to hear this, Camila! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Yuki

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Arjun L.

Egypt · Sep 2025

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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. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Arjun! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Ingrid 💜

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Diego G.

Saudi Arabia · Sep 2025

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. A must-have for international travel.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

So glad to hear this, Diego! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – David, GotoeSIM Support

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Ava L.

Ireland · Sep 2025

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport in China mainland. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. A must-have for international travel.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Really appreciate this, Ava! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Ethan C.

UAE · Sep 2025

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Connected the moment I landed. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Zero regrets.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

So glad to hear this, Ethan! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland. – David 💜

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Lucia G.

Singapore · Sep 2025

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless in China mainland. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. A must-have for international travel.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

So glad to hear this, Lucia! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. We're here whenever you travel again. — Grace

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Viktor N.

Portugal · Sep 2025

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Really appreciate this, Viktor! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Diego 💜

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Louis K.

Poland · Sep 2025

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code in China mainland. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Would definitely buy again.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

So glad to hear this, Louis! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Yuki F.

New Zealand · Sep 2025

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Did the job without any drama. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Would definitely buy again.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thank you so much, Yuki! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Come back anytime! – Mark 💜

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Louis K.

Netherlands · Sep 2025

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

James James GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thank you for taking the time, Louis. 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

Frequently asked questions

How much does the China mainland eSIM cost?

The China 20GB 30Days (nonhkip) plan costs $20.72 for 20 GB over 30 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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Mei C. · 2 months ago

Which networks does this connect to?

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support

You'll be on top local networks, Mei — full details are on the plan page under Coverage. – Sophie 💜

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Linh K. · 3 months ago

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

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support

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

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Ravi S. · 3 months ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support

Yes Ravi, WhatsApp keeps working with your home number — the eSIM only carries data. — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Priya B. · 3 months ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support

Yes Priya, it works on iPhone XS and newer — just add the eSIM under Settings › Cellular › Add eSIM. – Anna 💜

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Linh C. · 3 months ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support

Thanks Linh, that means a lot! Reach out anytime. — Emma

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Min-jun H. · 3 months ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

David David GotoeSIM Support

You can check remaining data anytime in the GotoeSIM app under My eSIMs, Min-jun. — David

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Kenji M. · 3 months ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support

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

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Anna V. · 7 months ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support

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

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Arjun K. · 9 months ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support

For nearby countries, Arjun, a regional plan may suit you better — happy to help you pick. — Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Haruto W. · 10 months ago

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

James James GotoeSIM Support

Topping up is easy, Haruto! Just add more data to your existing eSIM in the app. — James, GotoeSIM Support

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Chloe B. · 11 months ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support

Yes Chloe, hotspot/tethering works fine — share your data to a laptop or tablet anytime. — Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Ingrid S. · 11 months ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support

Roaming is included in the plan, Ingrid — no extra charges, it's all prepaid. – Anna 💜