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China 5GB/Day · 5 GB/day · 1 days

View plan & buy — $3.60
4.5

620 reviews

5 ★ 60%
4 ★ 29%
3 ★ 8%
2 ★ 2%
1 ★ 1%

Coverage & networks

  • China mainland China Mobile 5G

Traveller reviews

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Sofia N.

Turkey · Jun 2026

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Connected the moment I landed. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thanks for sharing, Sofia! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Sara

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Pablo F.

Australia · Jun 2026

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. The QR code arrived instantly by email. A must-have for international travel.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Really appreciate this, Pablo! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland. – Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Giulia S.

Spain · Jun 2026

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Did the job without any drama in China mainland. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Great experience overall.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thanks for sharing, Giulia! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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Carlos V.

Mexico · Jun 2026

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Zero regrets.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thanks for sharing, Carlos! So happy the China mainland eSIM kept you connected. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – James 💜

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Sven B.

Netherlands · Jun 2026

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Did the job without any drama in China mainland. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thanks for sharing, Sven! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Come back anytime! — Priya

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Mohammed V.

United States · Jun 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. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Really appreciate this, Mohammed! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. We're here whenever you travel again. – Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Isabella C.

Saudi Arabia · Jun 2026

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Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Apologies for the trouble, Isabella. This isn't the standard we aim for. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. – Tom 💜

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Linh H.

Canada · Jun 2026

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Did the job without any drama. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Cheers, Linh! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Emma V.

Saudi Arabia · Jun 2026

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Connected the moment I landed. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Telling my friends about this.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thank you for the kind words, Emma! So happy the China mainland eSIM kept you connected. — Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Linh L.

Portugal · May 2026

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Made staying connected effortless.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Cheers, Linh! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland. We're here whenever you travel again. — David

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Fatima C.

Turkey · May 2026

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Connected the moment I landed. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Really appreciate this, Fatima! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland. – Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Noah B.

Thailand · May 2026

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

David David GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thanks a lot, Noah! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – David, GotoeSIM Support

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Yuki D.

Indonesia · May 2026

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

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Yuki. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across China mainland. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – Ingrid 💜

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Marco L.

Singapore · May 2026

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday in China mainland. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Made staying connected effortless.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

So glad to hear this, Marco! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. — Diego, GotoeSIM Support

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James C.

Vietnam · May 2026

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

James James GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Really appreciate this, James! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. – James, GotoeSIM Support

Frequently asked questions

How much does the China mainland eSIM cost?

The China 5GB/Day plan costs $3.60 for 5 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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Beatriz L. · 3 weeks ago

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

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support

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

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Arjun K. · 1 month ago

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

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support

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

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Min-jun T. · 1 month ago

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

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support

Topping up is easy, Min-jun! Just add more data to your existing eSIM in the app. – Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Sofia V. · 3 months ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support

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

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Sven N. · 3 months ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

James James GotoeSIM Support

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

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Hugo M. · 6 months ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support

So glad it helped, Hugo! We're always here if you need anything. – Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Mei G. · 6 months ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support

Your number stays active for WhatsApp, Mei! The eSIM just handles data. – Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Kenji F. · 7 months ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support

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

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Thomas C. · 8 months ago

Which networks does this connect to?

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support

It connects to trusted local partner networks, Thomas, on 4G/5G where available. – Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Kenji C. · 8 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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Nguyen C. · 9 months ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support

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

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Budi K. · 11 months ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

James James GotoeSIM Support

Roaming is included in the plan, Budi — no extra charges, it's all prepaid. – James, GotoeSIM Support