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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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Kenji V.

New Zealand · Feb 2025

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Connected the moment I landed. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Kenji! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Come back anytime! – Yuki, GotoeSIM Support

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Noah W.

Japan · Feb 2025

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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.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Noah! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Yuki 💜

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Sofia K.

Mexico · Feb 2025

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Zero regrets.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Sofia! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. — Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Pablo L.

Thailand · Feb 2025

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival in China mainland. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Made staying connected effortless.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Pablo! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland. Come back anytime! – Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Aisha S.

Spain · Feb 2025

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Made staying connected effortless.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Aisha! So happy the China mainland eSIM kept you connected. — Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Budi H.

Poland · Feb 2025

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

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So sorry to hear this, Budi. This isn't the standard we aim for. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. — Ingrid

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Lucas R.

UAE · Feb 2025

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

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

We're really sorry, Lucas. This isn't the standard we aim for. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. — Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Giulia K.

Turkey · Feb 2025

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Super easy to set up before I flew out in China mainland. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Giulia! So happy the China mainland eSIM kept you connected. — Emma

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Ravi B.

Japan · Feb 2025

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Ravi! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland. We're here whenever you travel again. – Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Grace V.

Poland · Feb 2025

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process in China mainland. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. A must-have for international travel.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Grace! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — David, GotoeSIM Support

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Budi H.

Brazil · Feb 2025

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

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for taking the time, Budi. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across China mainland. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. – Priya 💜

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Omar P.

Ireland · Feb 2025

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Customer support answered my question quickly. Telling my friends about this.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Omar! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland. — Ken, GotoeSIM Support

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Anna W.

Turkey · Feb 2025

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Made staying connected effortless.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Anna! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland. – Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Sri C.

Germany · Feb 2025

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Customer support answered my question quickly.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Sri! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Come back anytime! — Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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Max H.

New Zealand · Feb 2025

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

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Max! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland. — Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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 💜