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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

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Liam D.

Italy · Apr 2026

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Really appreciate this, Liam! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Sara 💜

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Sri M.

Philippines · Apr 2026

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Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

We're really sorry, Sri. That's not the experience we want for China mainland. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. – James, GotoeSIM Support

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Isabella N.

Japan · Apr 2026

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Five stars from me.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Cheers, Isabella! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Enjoy your journeys! — David

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Andre W.

Poland · Apr 2026

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Exactly what I needed for travelling in China mainland. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Zero regrets.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Cheers, Andre! So happy the China mainland eSIM kept you connected. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Anna B.

United States · Mar 2026

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Connected the moment I landed in China mainland. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Telling my friends about this.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Cheers, Anna! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Enjoy your journeys! — Diego

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Nguyen B.

Canada · Mar 2026

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

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Nguyen! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland. — Diego, GotoeSIM Support

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Kenji N.

Spain · Mar 2026

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

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Kenji! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. We're here whenever you travel again. — Laura

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Sri T.

Poland · Mar 2026

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. A must-have for international travel.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Sri! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. – Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Wei D.

Vietnam · Mar 2026

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Did the job without any drama. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Would definitely buy again.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Thanks a lot, Wei! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Thomas C.

Australia · Mar 2026

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Great experience overall.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Thank you so much, Thomas! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Yuki, GotoeSIM Support

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Pablo R.

Singapore · Mar 2026

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Five stars from me.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

So glad to hear this, Pablo! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Enjoy your journeys! – Diego 💜

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Emma P.

United States · Mar 2026

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code in China mainland. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Would definitely buy again.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

So glad to hear this, Emma! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Ken 💜

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Sofia L.

Australia · Mar 2026

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Activation was automatic when I arrived in China mainland. Great experience overall.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Thank you so much, Sofia! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Enjoy your journeys! — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

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Nguyen B.

Germany · Mar 2026

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Thanks a lot, Nguyen! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland. – Diego, GotoeSIM Support

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Sarah P.

Philippines · Mar 2026

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

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Thanks a lot, Sarah! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Enjoy your journeys! – Laura 💜

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

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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

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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

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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

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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 💜

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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 💜

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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 💜