Go To eSIM
Sign up

China mainland eSIM — reviews & details

China 3GB/Day FUP1Mbps · 3 GB/day · 1 days

View plan & buy — $3.86
4.6

141 reviews

5 ★ 70%
4 ★ 21%
3 ★ 6%
2 ★ 2%
1 ★ 1%

Coverage & networks

  • China mainland China Mobile 5G

Traveller reviews

N

Noah R.

New Zealand · Apr 2026

✓ Verified

No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Exactly as described — no surprises.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Thank you so much, Noah! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland. We're here whenever you travel again. – James, GotoeSIM Support

M

Min-jun M.

Ireland · Apr 2026

✓ Verified

Did the job without any drama. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Telling my friends about this.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Min-jun! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland. Enjoy your journeys! – Grace 💜

A

Ava F.

Australia · Apr 2026

✓ Verified

Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Activation was automatic when I arrived. A must-have for international travel.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Thank you so much, Ava! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. — Sara, GotoeSIM Support

M

Mateo M.

Indonesia · Apr 2026

✓ Verified

Connected the moment I landed. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Really appreciate this, Mateo! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Enjoy your journeys! — Grace

J

James N.

France · Apr 2026

✓ Verified

Great value compared to roaming charges. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Telling my friends about this.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

So glad to hear this, James! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Omar

B

Budi R.

United Kingdom · Apr 2026

✓ Verified

First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Thank you so much, Budi! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Laura, GotoeSIM Support

N

Noah F.

Canada · Apr 2026

✓ Verified

Exactly what I needed for travelling. Activation was automatic when I arrived.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Noah! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Ingrid 💜

L

Louis S.

Netherlands · Apr 2026

✓ Verified

Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly in China mainland. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Would definitely buy again.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Thanks a lot, Louis! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland. — James, GotoeSIM Support

Y

Yuki S.

Italy · Apr 2026

✓ Verified

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

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Cheers, Yuki! So happy the China mainland eSIM kept you connected. – Ingrid 💜

A

Anna H.

Germany · Apr 2026

✓ Verified

First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Made staying connected effortless.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Anna! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland. Enjoy your journeys! – David 💜

R

Ryan M.

Mexico · Apr 2026

✓ Verified

Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Telling my friends about this.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Really appreciate this, Ryan! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland. Come back anytime! — Priya, GotoeSIM Support

B

Beatriz C.

Thailand · Apr 2026

✓ Verified

Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

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

C

Chloe G.

Italy · Apr 2026

✓ Verified

First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Chloe! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Come back anytime! – Anna, GotoeSIM Support

J

Ji-woo G.

Portugal · Apr 2026

✓ Verified

No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Ji-woo! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — Emma, GotoeSIM Support

G

Grace V.

Malaysia · Apr 2026

✓ Verified

Great value compared to roaming charges. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Grace! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland. – Omar 💜

Frequently asked questions

How much does the China mainland eSIM cost?

The China 3GB/Day FUP1Mbps plan costs $3.86 for 3 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

O

Omar S. · 1 month ago

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

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support

We recommend installing before you travel, Omar, then it activates automatically on arrival. – Anna, GotoeSIM Support

I

Ingrid K. · 2 months ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support

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

H

Haruto N. · 2 months ago

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

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support

Topping up is easy, Haruto! Just add more data to your existing eSIM in the app. — Ken, GotoeSIM Support

M

Mei T. · 3 months ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

David David GotoeSIM Support

Thanks Mei, that means a lot! Reach out anytime. – David 💜

K

Katya H. · 5 months ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

James James GotoeSIM Support

Tethering is supported, Katya! Feel free to hotspot to your other devices. — James, GotoeSIM Support

K

Katya T. · 6 months ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support

For nearby countries, Katya, a regional plan may suit you better — happy to help you pick. — Ken, GotoeSIM Support

S

Sri F. · 6 months ago

How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support

It's immediate, Sri! The QR code is delivered the moment your payment goes through. — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

M

Marco N. · 6 months ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support

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

I

Ingrid L. · 7 months ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support

Roaming is included in the plan, Ingrid — no extra charges, it's all prepaid. — Emma

S

Sarah V. · 10 months ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support

Absolutely, Sarah! Any iPhone XS or newer supports it. Scan the QR in Settings › Cellular. — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

I

Isabella W. · 1 year ago

Which networks does this connect to?

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support

You'll be on top local networks, Isabella — full details are on the plan page under Coverage. – Ingrid 💜

E

Ethan H. · 1 year ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support

Yes Ethan, 5G is supported where the local network offers it, otherwise fast 4G. – Diego 💜