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China 2GB/Day FUP1Mbps (nonhkip) · 2 GB/day · 1 days

View plan & buy — $2.61
4.5

620 reviews

5 ★ 65%
4 ★ 23%
3 ★ 8%
2 ★ 2%
1 ★ 1%

Coverage & networks

  • China mainland China Unicom 5G China Telecom 4G

Traveller reviews

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Olivia G.

Netherlands · Feb 2026

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

So glad to hear this, Olivia! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Noah L.

France · Feb 2026

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. A must-have for international travel.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Really appreciate this, Noah! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland. Enjoy your journeys! – Sara 💜

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Isabella W.

Sweden · Feb 2026

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Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Apologies for the trouble, Isabella. That's not the experience we want for China mainland. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. – James 💜

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Ananya W.

Saudi Arabia · Feb 2026

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Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Coverage was strong even outside the city.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Apologies for the trouble, Ananya. That's not the experience we want for China mainland. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. – Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Ava V.

Egypt · Jan 2026

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Thank you for taking the time, Ava. Glad it mostly worked for you in China mainland — we're always improving our coverage. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Sophia C.

UAE · Jan 2026

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Cheers, Sophia! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Enjoy your journeys! – Ingrid 💜

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Louis L.

Egypt · Jan 2026

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Zero regrets.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Louis! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Anna D.

Thailand · Jan 2026

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Five stars from me.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thanks a lot, Anna! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland. – Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Emma T.

United Kingdom · Jan 2026

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code in China mainland. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. A must-have for international travel.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Emma! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Ji-woo L.

Germany · Jan 2026

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

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Ji-woo! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Wei W.

Australia · Jan 2026

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Connected the moment I landed. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Would definitely buy again.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Really appreciate this, Wei! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. – Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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Wei C.

Malaysia · Jan 2026

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Telling my friends about this.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

So glad to hear this, Wei! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. We're here whenever you travel again. — James, GotoeSIM Support

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Emma C.

Saudi Arabia · Jan 2026

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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.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Emma! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Enjoy your journeys! – James, GotoeSIM Support

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Hana N.

France · Jan 2026

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Activation was automatic when I arrived.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

So glad to hear this, Hana! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Mark 💜

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Andre W.

Mexico · Jan 2026

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Did the job without any drama. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Great experience overall.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Cheers, Andre! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Priya

Frequently asked questions

How much does the China mainland eSIM cost?

The China 2GB/Day FUP1Mbps (nonhkip) plan costs $2.61 for 2 GB/day over 1 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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Daniel T. · 1 week ago

Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?

James James GotoeSIM Support

Topping up is easy, Daniel! Just add more data to your existing eSIM in the app. – James, GotoeSIM Support

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Hana C. · 2 months ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support

So glad it helped, Hana! We're always here if you need anything. – Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Noah M. · 3 months ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support

You can check remaining data anytime in the GotoeSIM app under My eSIMs, Noah. – Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Sophia G. · 3 months ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support

No surprise fees, Sophia! Roaming is part of the plan and never billed separately. — Omar

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Carlos G. · 4 months ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

David David GotoeSIM Support

5G is available where covered, Carlos — you'll always get the best speed on offer. – David, GotoeSIM Support

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Lucia D. · 6 months ago

Which networks does this connect to?

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support

You'll be on top local networks, Lucia — full details are on the plan page under Coverage. — Sophie

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Elena V. · 6 months ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support

Your number stays active for WhatsApp, Elena! The eSIM just handles data. – Ken 💜

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Sophia T. · 7 months ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support

It works great on modern Samsung phones, Sophia! Add it via SIM manager and you're set. — Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Sofia P. · 7 months ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support

Yes Sofia, it works on iPhone XS and newer — just add the eSIM under Settings › Cellular › Add eSIM. – Mark 💜

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Chloe W. · 10 months ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support

The clock starts on first use in-country, Chloe, so buying early is totally fine. — Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Budi P. · 1 year ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support

Yes Budi, hotspot/tethering works fine — share your data to a laptop or tablet anytime. – Diego 💜

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Grace H. · 1 year ago

Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support

Install on Wi-Fi before you fly, Grace — it switches on when you land. — Ingrid