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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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Ananya S.

Egypt · Mar 2026

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

So glad to hear this, Ananya! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Ken 💜

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James P.

United Kingdom · Mar 2026

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

So glad to hear this, James! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. – Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

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Giulia K.

India · Mar 2026

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Great experience overall.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

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

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Olivia T.

Turkey · Mar 2026

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Connected the moment I landed. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Telling my friends about this.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Thank you so much, Olivia! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Enjoy your journeys! — Omar

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Beatriz H.

Brazil · Mar 2026

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Beatriz! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. – Sara 💜

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Linh C.

New Zealand · Mar 2026

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Connected the moment I landed. Customer support answered my question quickly. A must-have for international travel.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Linh! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Enjoy your journeys! – Sara 💜

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Ingrid K.

Brazil · Mar 2026

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Did the job without any drama. Customer support answered my question quickly. Five stars from me.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Cheers, Ingrid! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Omar 💜

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Grace S.

India · Mar 2026

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

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Really appreciate this, Grace! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Come back anytime! — Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Zoe K.

Sweden · Mar 2026

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

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Zoe! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. – Mark 💜

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Sofia P.

UAE · Mar 2026

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Sofia! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Mark 💜

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Haruto W.

United Kingdom · Mar 2026

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Cheers, Haruto! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Ethan D.

Vietnam · Mar 2026

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Did the job without any drama. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Really appreciate this, Ethan! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Come back anytime! — Omar

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Omar P.

Spain · Mar 2026

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

David David GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

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

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Yuki G.

Poland · Feb 2026

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. A must-have for international travel.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Thank you so much, Yuki! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. We're here whenever you travel again. – Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Chloe M.

Germany · Feb 2026

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Chloe! So happy the China mainland eSIM kept you connected. Come back anytime! – Diego, 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 💜