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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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Arjun K.

Italy · Jun 2026

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday in China mainland. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Great experience overall.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thank you for the kind words, Arjun! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Come back anytime! – Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Somchai C.

South Korea · Jun 2026

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Activation was automatic when I arrived.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thanks a lot, Somchai! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. — Tom

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Noah T.

Australia · Jun 2026

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. The QR code arrived instantly by email.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thanks for sharing, Noah! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Ingrid

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Yuki W.

Australia · Jun 2026

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Exactly as described — no surprises.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Cheers, Yuki! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Enjoy your journeys! – David 💜

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Mateo P.

Ireland · Jun 2026

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Did the job without any drama. Customer support answered my question quickly. Great experience overall.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thanks for sharing, Mateo! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. – Yuki 💜

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Sven F.

France · Jun 2026

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Great value compared to roaming charges in China mainland. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

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

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Ji-woo H.

Canada · Jun 2026

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

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

So glad to hear this, Ji-woo! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland. Come back anytime! — Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Linh N.

Netherlands · Jun 2026

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Did the job without any drama. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Telling my friends about this.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thank you for the kind words, Linh! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — Ken

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Priya P.

Indonesia · Jun 2026

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Super easy to set up before I flew out in China mainland. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thanks for sharing, Priya! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Come back anytime! — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

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Viktor P.

Singapore · Jun 2026

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Five stars from me.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Really appreciate this, Viktor! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland. We're here whenever you travel again. – David 💜

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Ryan L.

Thailand · Jun 2026

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Great experience overall.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

So glad to hear this, Ryan! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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Sri R.

Mexico · Jun 2026

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Connected the moment I landed. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Zero regrets.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thank you for the kind words, Sri! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Omar 💜

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Andre W.

Egypt · Jun 2026

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

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

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Sarah G.

UAE · Jun 2026

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

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thank you so much, Sarah! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland. Come back anytime! — Diego

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Wei W.

Philippines · Jun 2026

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Customer support answered my question quickly.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Cheers, Wei! So happy the China mainland eSIM kept you connected. Enjoy your journeys! — Laura, 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