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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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Olivia K.

Turkey · Jun 2026

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

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thank you for the kind words, Olivia! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Enjoy your journeys! – Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Pablo P.

Philippines · Jun 2026

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Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price. The QR code arrived instantly by email.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thank you for taking the time, Pablo. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across China mainland. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – Priya 💜

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Wei P.

Canada · Jun 2026

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Connected the moment I landed in China mainland. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Really appreciate this, Wei! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland. We're here whenever you travel again. — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Arjun K.

Poland · Jun 2026

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Connected the moment I landed. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thank you so much, Arjun! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. — Diego

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Haruto R.

South Korea · Jun 2026

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Coverage was strong even outside the city.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Really appreciate this, Haruto! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Emma 💜

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Lucia R.

Turkey · Jun 2026

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Great value compared to roaming charges in China mainland. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

So glad to hear this, Lucia! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Come back anytime! — David, GotoeSIM Support

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Ji-woo D.

Philippines · Jun 2026

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thanks for sharing, Ji-woo! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Omar 💜

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Beatriz V.

Australia · Jun 2026

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Beatriz. 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. — Laura

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Emma C.

Italy · Jun 2026

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Customer support answered my question quickly.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

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

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Camila D.

United States · 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. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thanks a lot, Camila! So happy the China mainland eSIM kept you connected. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Andre L.

Indonesia · May 2026

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday in China mainland. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

So glad to hear this, Andre! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. — Diego

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Beatriz H.

Thailand · May 2026

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Customer support answered my question quickly. Would definitely buy again.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

So glad to hear this, Beatriz! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — James

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Ananya K.

France · May 2026

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thank you for the kind words, Ananya! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Hana K.

United Kingdom · May 2026

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Connected the moment I landed. Activation was automatic when I arrived.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Cheers, Hana! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Hugo W.

United States · May 2026

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Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

We're really sorry, Hugo. This isn't the standard we aim for. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. – Omar 💜

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 💜