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China mainland eSIM — reviews & details

China 500MB/Day · 500 MB/day · 1 days

View plan & buy — $0.75
4.5

620 reviews

5 ★ 65%
4 ★ 26%
3 ★ 6%
2 ★ 1%
1 ★ 1%

Coverage & networks

  • China mainland China Mobile 5G

Traveller reviews

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Olivia T.

Australia · Jul 2026

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 1 week ago

Really appreciate this, Olivia! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland. — Tom

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Carlos B.

Spain · Jul 2026

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

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 1 week ago

Thank you so much, Carlos! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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Emma C.

Mexico · Jul 2026

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 1 week ago

Thank you so much, Emma! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland. – Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Aisha B.

Ireland · Jul 2026

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Customer support answered my question quickly. Would definitely buy again.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 week ago

Thank you for the kind words, Aisha! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Omar 💜

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Andre C.

United States · Jun 2026

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process in China mainland. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Zero regrets.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Really appreciate this, Andre! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. We're here whenever you travel again. – Sophie 💜

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Sophia N.

Turkey · Jun 2026

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

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

So glad to hear this, Sophia! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland. – Priya 💜

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Mohammed B.

Egypt · Jun 2026

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly in China mainland. The QR code arrived instantly by email.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thanks for sharing, Mohammed! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland. Enjoy your journeys! — David, GotoeSIM Support

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Isabella T.

Spain · Jun 2026

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process in China mainland. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Telling my friends about this.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Cheers, Isabella! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. We're here whenever you travel again. — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Somchai P.

Netherlands · May 2026

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Telling my friends about this.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thank you so much, Somchai! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. We're here whenever you travel again. – Tom 💜

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Nadia F.

Canada · May 2026

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Coverage was strong even outside the city.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Cheers, Nadia! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. We're here whenever you travel again. – James 💜

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Arjun L.

Vietnam · May 2026

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Telling my friends about this.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thank you for the kind words, Arjun! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland. Come back anytime! — James

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Somchai L.

Japan · May 2026

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless in China mainland. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Would definitely buy again.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Cheers, Somchai! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland. – Priya 💜

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Louis V.

Singapore · May 2026

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Great experience overall.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Cheers, Louis! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Hugo B.

Australia · May 2026

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Five stars from me.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Thanks a lot, Hugo! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. We're here whenever you travel again. – Omar 💜

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Anna W.

Thailand · May 2026

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

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Anna! So happy the China mainland eSIM kept you connected. We're here whenever you travel again. — Tom, GotoeSIM Support

Frequently asked questions

How much does the China mainland eSIM cost?

The China 500MB/Day plan costs $0.75 for 500 MB/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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Nadia B. · 1 week ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

David David GotoeSIM Support

So glad it helped, Nadia! We're always here if you need anything. – David 💜

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Lea D. · 1 month ago

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

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support

Yes Lea, you can top up the same eSIM anytime — no need to buy a new one. — Ken

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Wei F. · 2 months ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support

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

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Mohammed W. · 5 months ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

James James GotoeSIM Support

Yes Mohammed, hotspot/tethering works fine — share your data to a laptop or tablet anytime. — James

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Sarah H. · 7 months ago

Which networks does this connect to?

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support

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

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Emma C. · 7 months ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support

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

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Zoe N. · 9 months ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support

The clock starts on first use in-country, Zoe, so buying early is totally fine. — Diego, GotoeSIM Support

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Sophia B. · 11 months ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support

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

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Hugo G. · 11 months ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support

No surprise fees, Hugo! Roaming is part of the plan and never billed separately. — Emma

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Camila F. · 11 months ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support

Your number stays active for WhatsApp, Camila! The eSIM just handles data. — Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Lea T. · 1 year ago

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

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support

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

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Thomas V. · 1 year ago

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

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support

Install on Wi-Fi before you fly, Thomas — it switches on when you land. — Anna, GotoeSIM Support