China mainland eSIM — reviews & details
China 20GB 30Days (nonhkip) · 20 GB · 30 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- China mainland China Unicom 5G China Telecom 4G
Traveller reviews
Sarah C.
Italy · Apr 2026
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Five stars from me.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Cheers, Sarah! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Zoe G.
Saudi Arabia · Apr 2026
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Cheers, Zoe! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. – Anna 💜
Katya S.
Thailand · Apr 2026
Connected the moment I landed. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Thanks a lot, Katya! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Enjoy your journeys! – Grace 💜
Ananya C.
Singapore · Apr 2026
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.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Thanks for sharing, Ananya! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Sara 💜
Liam W.
Philippines · Apr 2026
Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Coverage was strong even outside the city.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Thank you for taking the time, Liam. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across China mainland. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. – Anna 💜
Anna B.
Germany · Apr 2026
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Activation was automatic when I arrived.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Apologies for the trouble, Anna. We'd love the chance to make this right. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. — Omar, GotoeSIM Support
Sarah K.
UAE · Apr 2026
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Coverage was strong even outside the city.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Thank you so much, Sarah! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. We're here whenever you travel again. — Grace
Carlos G.
Canada · Apr 2026
Install took me two tries but was fine after that. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Thank you for taking the time, Carlos. Glad it mostly worked for you in China mainland — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Sara, GotoeSIM Support
Nadia S.
Japan · Apr 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. A must-have for international travel.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Thanks a lot, Nadia! So happy the China mainland eSIM kept you connected. Enjoy your journeys! – Priya 💜
Sophia T.
Indonesia · Apr 2026
Did the job without any drama. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. A must-have for international travel.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Sophia! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland. Come back anytime! — James, GotoeSIM Support
Marco S.
Thailand · Mar 2026
Great value compared to roaming charges. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Cheers, Marco! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Mark 💜
Omar L.
Mexico · Mar 2026
Connected the moment I landed. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Would definitely buy again.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Thanks a lot, Omar! So happy the China mainland eSIM kept you connected. Enjoy your journeys! – Laura, GotoeSIM Support
Andre F.
Poland · Mar 2026
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Five stars from me.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Thank you so much, Andre! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – David, GotoeSIM Support
Marco R.
Italy · Mar 2026
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Activation was automatic when I arrived.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago So glad to hear this, Marco! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Anna 💜
Sophia G.
Singapore · Mar 2026
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Customer support answered my question quickly. Zero regrets.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Thanks for sharing, Sophia! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Diego 💜
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
Mei C. · 2 months ago
Which networks does this connect to?
You'll be on top local networks, Mei — full details are on the plan page under Coverage. – Sophie 💜
Linh K. · 3 months ago
How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?
It's immediate, Linh! The QR code is delivered the moment your payment goes through. – Priya 💜
Ravi S. · 3 months ago
Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?
Yes Ravi, WhatsApp keeps working with your home number — the eSIM only carries data. — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support
Priya B. · 3 months ago
Does this work on an iPhone 13?
Yes Priya, it works on iPhone XS and newer — just add the eSIM under Settings › Cellular › Add eSIM. – Anna 💜
Linh C. · 3 months ago
Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.
Thanks Linh, that means a lot! Reach out anytime. — Emma
Min-jun H. · 3 months ago
How do I check how much data I have left?
You can check remaining data anytime in the GotoeSIM app under My eSIMs, Min-jun. — David
Kenji M. · 3 months ago
Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.
Yes Kenji, recent Samsung Galaxy models support eSIM — add it under Settings › Connections › SIM manager. – Laura, GotoeSIM Support
Anna V. · 7 months ago
Is 5G supported or just 4G?
Yes Anna, 5G is supported where the local network offers it, otherwise fast 4G. — Ken
Arjun K. · 9 months ago
Can I use it in nearby countries too?
For nearby countries, Arjun, a regional plan may suit you better — happy to help you pick. — Mark, GotoeSIM Support
Haruto W. · 10 months ago
Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?
Topping up is easy, Haruto! Just add more data to your existing eSIM in the app. — James, GotoeSIM Support
Chloe B. · 11 months ago
Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?
Yes Chloe, hotspot/tethering works fine — share your data to a laptop or tablet anytime. — Sara, GotoeSIM Support
Ingrid S. · 11 months ago
Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?
Roaming is included in the plan, Ingrid — no extra charges, it's all prepaid. – Anna 💜