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China 500MB 7Days · 500 MB · 7 days

View plan & buy — $0.64
4.5

113 reviews

5 ★ 65%
4 ★ 21%
3 ★ 10%
2 ★ 4%
1 ★ 0%

Coverage & networks

  • China mainland China Mobile 5G

Traveller reviews

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Thomas G.

South Korea · Jun 2026

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

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Thanks a lot, Thomas! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Enjoy your journeys! – Diego, GotoeSIM Support

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Haruto R.

Australia · Jun 2026

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code in China mainland. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Telling my friends about this.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Haruto! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Yuki, GotoeSIM Support

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Beatriz T.

India · Jun 2026

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

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

So glad to hear this, Beatriz! So happy the China mainland eSIM kept you connected. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Diego, GotoeSIM Support

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Sofia W.

Vietnam · Jun 2026

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. A must-have for international travel.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

So glad to hear this, Sofia! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland. – Diego, GotoeSIM Support

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Ethan N.

Egypt · Jun 2026

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Connected the moment I landed. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Thank you so much, Ethan! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Andre W.

France · Jun 2026

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. A must-have for international travel.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Thank you so much, Andre! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland. — Tom

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Haruto N.

Turkey · Jun 2026

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless in China mainland. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

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

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Carlos B.

Italy · May 2026

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

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Thank you for taking the time, Carlos. Glad it mostly worked for you in China mainland — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Somchai P.

Sweden · May 2026

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Cheers, Somchai! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Omar W.

Netherlands · May 2026

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Zero regrets.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Omar! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Enjoy your journeys! — Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Elena H.

Portugal · May 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. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Cheers, Elena! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Nadia S.

Spain · May 2026

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Coverage was strong even outside the city.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Thank you so much, Nadia! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. – Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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Diego B.

New Zealand · May 2026

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Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Thank you for taking the time, Diego. 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. – Sophie 💜

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Hugo V.

Netherlands · May 2026

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Five stars from me.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Thanks a lot, Hugo! So happy the China mainland eSIM kept you connected. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Omar

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Lea L.

Spain · May 2026

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Connected the moment I landed in China mainland. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Thank you so much, Lea! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — Mark, GotoeSIM Support

Frequently asked questions

How much does the China mainland eSIM cost?

The China 500MB 7Days plan costs $0.64 for 500 MB over 7 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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Ananya T. · 2 months ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support

Yes Ananya, WhatsApp keeps working with your home number — the eSIM only carries data. — Ken, GotoeSIM Support

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Hugo T. · 2 months ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support

You can check remaining data anytime in the GotoeSIM app under My eSIMs, Hugo. – Anna 💜

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Min-jun R. · 2 months ago

Which networks does this connect to?

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support

It connects to trusted local partner networks, Min-jun, on 4G/5G where available. — Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Max T. · 3 months ago

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

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support

Your QR code arrives instantly, Max — within seconds of payment, by email and in your account. — Yuki, GotoeSIM Support

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Max F. · 3 months ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support

For nearby countries, Max, a regional plan may suit you better — happy to help you pick. – Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

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Emma P. · 4 months ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support

Tethering is supported, Emma! Feel free to hotspot to your other devices. – Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Omar F. · 4 months ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support

Yes Omar, it works on iPhone XS and newer — just add the eSIM under Settings › Cellular › Add eSIM. — Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Sven C. · 5 months ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support

Thanks Sven, that means a lot! Reach out anytime. — Ingrid

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Kenji F. · 9 months ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support

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

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Beatriz S. · 11 months ago

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

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support

Install on Wi-Fi before you fly, Beatriz — it switches on when you land. – Sophie 💜

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Omar B. · 1 year ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

James James GotoeSIM Support

Roaming is included in the plan, Omar — no extra charges, it's all prepaid. – James 💜

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Ryan S. · 1 year ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

David David GotoeSIM Support

It works great on modern Samsung phones, Ryan! Add it via SIM manager and you're set. – David, GotoeSIM Support