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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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Ravi G.

Australia · Dec 2025

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Really appreciate this, Ravi! So happy the China mainland eSIM kept you connected. — Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Anna C.

United States · Dec 2025

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Great experience overall.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Anna! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – James, GotoeSIM Support

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Lucia D.

Turkey · Dec 2025

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Customer support answered my question quickly.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Cheers, Lucia! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Aisha N.

Egypt · Dec 2025

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Great experience overall.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Cheers, Aisha! So happy the China mainland eSIM kept you connected. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Lea M.

Brazil · Dec 2025

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Lea! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Mark 💜

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Hugo F.

Mexico · Dec 2025

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday in China mainland. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Would definitely buy again.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Cheers, Hugo! So happy the China mainland eSIM kept you connected. — James, GotoeSIM Support

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Hugo G.

Italy · Dec 2025

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Connected the moment I landed. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Five stars from me.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Thanks a lot, Hugo! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Come back anytime! — Sara

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Aisha M.

South Korea · Dec 2025

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Great value compared to roaming charges in China mainland. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Telling my friends about this.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Aisha! So happy the China mainland eSIM kept you connected. Enjoy your journeys! – Mark 💜

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Hugo F.

Italy · Dec 2025

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

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Thank you for taking the time, Hugo. Good to hear it did the job, and we're working to make it even better. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – Anna 💜

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Priya W.

Switzerland · Dec 2025

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Would definitely buy again.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Thanks a lot, Priya! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Enjoy your journeys! – Emma 💜

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Linh M.

New Zealand · Dec 2025

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. The QR code arrived instantly by email.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Linh! So happy the China mainland eSIM kept you connected. We're here whenever you travel again. — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

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Fatima M.

Singapore · Dec 2025

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

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

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Chloe G.

Thailand · Dec 2025

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Coverage was strong even outside the city. A must-have for international travel.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

So glad to hear this, Chloe! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Grace

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Marco M.

Portugal · Dec 2025

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Exactly as described — no surprises.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Cheers, Marco! So happy the China mainland eSIM kept you connected. — David

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Sophia V.

Switzerland · Nov 2025

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

So glad to hear this, Sophia! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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