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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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Sofia D.

France · Jan 2025

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Sofia! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. We're here whenever you travel again. — Laura

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Lucas P.

Thailand · Jan 2025

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Activation was automatic when I arrived in China mainland. A must-have for international travel.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Lucas! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. — Emma

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Ryan S.

Turkey · Jan 2025

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Ryan! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Come back anytime! – Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Kenji W.

Sweden · Jan 2025

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

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

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Ravi K.

Malaysia · Jan 2025

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Did the job without any drama. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Ravi! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland. We're here whenever you travel again. — Tom

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Noah C.

Saudi Arabia · Jan 2025

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Coverage was strong even outside the city.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Noah! So happy the China mainland eSIM kept you connected. – Anna 💜

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Ava R.

Portugal · Jan 2025

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Exactly what I needed for travelling in China mainland. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Five stars from me.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Ava! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Grace 💜

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Max B.

Sweden · Jan 2025

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Connected the moment I landed. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Five stars from me.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Max! So happy the China mainland eSIM kept you connected. – Sophie 💜

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Somchai M.

Japan · Jan 2025

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. A must-have for international travel.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Somchai! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — James

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Nadia W.

Poland · Jan 2025

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

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Nadia! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Come back anytime! — Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Lucas G.

Netherlands · Jan 2025

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Activation was automatic when I arrived in China mainland. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Lucas! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. — Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Yuki V.

Malaysia · Jan 2025

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Yuki! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland. Enjoy your journeys! — Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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Camila D.

United States · Jan 2025

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

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Camila! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Grace 💜

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Marco N.

Germany · Jan 2025

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Activation was automatic when I arrived.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

We're really sorry, Marco. That's not the experience we want for China mainland. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. — Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Omar G.

Ireland · Jan 2025

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Omar! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. We're here whenever you travel again. — Ingrid, 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 💜