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China (mainland HK Macao) 10GB/Day · 10 GB/day · 1 days

View plan & buy — $15.00
4.5

620 reviews

5 ★ 65%
4 ★ 26%
3 ★ 7%
2 ★ 2%
1 ★ 1%

Coverage & networks

  • China mainland China Mobile 5G
  • Hong Kong (China) CMHK 5G
  • Macao (China) CTM 5G 3 5G

Traveller reviews

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Elena B.

Canada · May 2025

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Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Elena. Glad it mostly worked for you in China — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – Yuki, GotoeSIM Support

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Mateo W.

Malaysia · May 2025

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

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Mateo. Glad it mostly worked for you in China — we're always improving our coverage. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Giulia C.

New Zealand · May 2025

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Telling my friends about this.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Giulia! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. We're here whenever you travel again. — Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Ethan W.

New Zealand · May 2025

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Did the job without any drama. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Five stars from me.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Ethan! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China. — Yuki, GotoeSIM Support

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Ryan S.

India · May 2025

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Great experience overall.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Ryan! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Diego, GotoeSIM Support

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Kenji K.

Thailand · May 2025

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. A must-have for international travel.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Kenji! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Sophie 💜

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Emma S.

Poland · May 2025

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Emma! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. – David, GotoeSIM Support

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Emma N.

Mexico · May 2025

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Activation was automatic when I arrived.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Emma! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. – Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Noah T.

Malaysia · May 2025

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Super easy to set up before I flew out in China. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Zero regrets.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Noah! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Enjoy your journeys! — Yuki

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Budi L.

Switzerland · May 2025

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Activation was automatic when I arrived.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Budi! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China. – Diego, GotoeSIM Support

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Louis W.

Vietnam · May 2025

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Telling my friends about this.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Louis! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China. – Grace 💜

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Lea P.

Turkey · May 2025

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Great value compared to roaming charges in China. The QR code arrived instantly by email.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Lea! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China. We're here whenever you travel again. — Tom

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Liam M.

Philippines · May 2025

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Great value compared to roaming charges. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Made staying connected effortless.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Liam! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. – Anna 💜

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Hana B.

Singapore · May 2025

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Activation was automatic when I arrived.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Hana! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. — Omar

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Min-jun V.

Italy · May 2025

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process in China. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Five stars from me.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Min-jun! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — Grace

Frequently asked questions

How much does the China eSIM cost?

The China (mainland HK Macao) 10GB/Day plan costs $15.00 for 10 GB/day over 1 days, paid once with no hidden fees.

How do I activate my China 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.

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.

Comments & questions

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Hugo N. · 1 week ago

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

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support

Install on Wi-Fi before you fly, Hugo — it switches on when you land. – Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Ethan B. · 1 week ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support

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

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James R. · 3 weeks ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support

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

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Noah D. · 3 months ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support

Yes Noah, 5G is supported where the local network offers it, otherwise fast 4G. – Anna 💜

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Viktor K. · 4 months ago

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

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support

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

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Hana T. · 6 months ago

Which networks does this connect to?

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support

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

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Beatriz D. · 7 months ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support

You can check remaining data anytime in the GotoeSIM app under My eSIMs, Beatriz. – Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Mei N. · 10 months ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support

Your number stays active for WhatsApp, Mei! The eSIM just handles data. — Priya

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Mateo C. · 11 months ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support

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

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Zoe C. · 11 months ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support

Absolutely, Zoe! Any iPhone XS or newer supports it. Scan the QR in Settings › Cellular. — Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Louis B. · 1 year ago

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

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support

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

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Diego F. · 1 year ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support

No surprise fees, Diego! Roaming is part of the plan and never billed separately. – Grace 💜