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China 50GB 30Days (nonhkip) · 50 GB · 30 days

View plan & buy — $42.90
4.4

620 reviews

5 ★ 59%
4 ★ 30%
3 ★ 7%
2 ★ 3%
1 ★ 1%

Coverage & networks

  • China mainland China Unicom 5G China Telecom 4G

Traveller reviews

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Hana G.

Singapore · Feb 2026

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Made staying connected effortless.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Thanks a lot, Hana! So happy the China mainland eSIM kept you connected. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Grace 💜

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Priya R.

Portugal · Feb 2026

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Great experience overall.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Priya! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. – Grace 💜

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Omar D.

France · Feb 2026

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Great experience overall.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Cheers, Omar! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. – Sophie 💜

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Mei H.

Singapore · Jan 2026

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Exactly what I needed for travelling in China mainland. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Great experience overall.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

Thanks a lot, Mei! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland. Enjoy your journeys! — Ingrid

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Ethan R.

France · Jan 2026

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thank you for taking the time, Ethan. 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. – Ingrid 💜

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Yuki B.

Germany · Jan 2026

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

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Really appreciate this, Yuki! So happy the China mainland eSIM kept you connected. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Diego

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Ava M.

Italy · Jan 2026

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

So glad to hear this, Ava! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Emma

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Beatriz C.

France · Jan 2026

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

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

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Haruto M.

Australia · Jan 2026

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

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Haruto. Glad it mostly worked for you in China mainland — we're always improving our coverage. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. – Yuki, GotoeSIM Support

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Wei D.

South Korea · Jan 2026

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday in China mainland. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Wei! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Somchai G.

Switzerland · Jan 2026

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Did the job without any drama. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Zero regrets.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Cheers, Somchai! So happy the China mainland eSIM kept you connected. We're here whenever you travel again. – Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Sophia K.

Switzerland · Jan 2026

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

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Sophia. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across China mainland. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. – Yuki, GotoeSIM Support

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Sarah V.

Mexico · Jan 2026

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

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Cheers, Sarah! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Diego

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Lea L.

New Zealand · Jan 2026

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Lea! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. – Sara 💜

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Beatriz H.

Ireland · Jan 2026

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code in China mainland. The QR code arrived instantly by email.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thank you so much, Beatriz! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Omar, GotoeSIM Support

Frequently asked questions

How much does the China mainland eSIM cost?

The China 50GB 30Days (nonhkip) plan costs $42.90 for 50 GB over 30 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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Elena H. · 2 weeks ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support

Validity usually starts when you first connect in your destination, Elena — not at purchase. — Mark

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Sophia H. · 3 weeks ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support

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

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Somchai M. · 2 months ago

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

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support

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

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Ananya R. · 3 months ago

Which networks does this connect to?

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support

You'll be on top local networks, Ananya — full details are on the plan page under Coverage. — Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Elena P. · 4 months ago

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

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support

Your QR code arrives instantly, Elena — within seconds of payment, by email and in your account. – Sophie 💜

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Camila D. · 5 months ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support

Yes Camila, recent Samsung Galaxy models support eSIM — add it under Settings › Connections › SIM manager. – Grace 💜

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Katya R. · 7 months ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support

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

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Kenji N. · 7 months ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support

Your number stays active for WhatsApp, Kenji! The eSIM just handles data. — Diego

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Zoe G. · 7 months ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

James James GotoeSIM Support

Tethering is supported, Zoe! Feel free to hotspot to your other devices. — James

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Ryan L. · 9 months ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support

This plan covers its listed destination, Ryan — for multiple countries, check our regional plans. — Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Sarah N. · 10 months ago

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

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support

Yes Sarah, you can top up the same eSIM anytime — no need to buy a new one. – Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Camila F. · 1 year 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, Camila. – Omar, GotoeSIM Support