China eSIM — reviews & details
China (mainland HK Macao) 1GB 7Days · 1 GB · 7 days
78 reviews
Coverage & networks
- China mainland China Mobile 5G
- Hong Kong (China) CMHK 5G
- Macao (China) CTM 5G 3 5G
Traveller reviews
Zoe B.
South Korea · Jun 2026
Exactly what I needed for travelling in China. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. A must-have for international travel.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Zoe! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China. Come back anytime! – Mark 💜
Emma M.
Philippines · Jun 2026
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Activation was automatic when I arrived.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Thanks a lot, Emma! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — Omar, GotoeSIM Support
Grace V.
Philippines · Jun 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Great experience overall.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Thanks a lot, Grace! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — Ken, GotoeSIM Support
Isabella W.
Egypt · Jun 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago So glad to hear this, Isabella! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Sophie
Sven H.
Sweden · Jun 2026
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Customer support answered my question quickly. Would definitely buy again.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Thanks for sharing, Sven! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support
Carlos N.
Netherlands · Jun 2026
Super easy to set up before I flew out. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago So glad to hear this, Carlos! So happy the China eSIM kept you connected. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Anna 💜
Wei K.
Turkey · Jun 2026
Connected the moment I landed. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Telling my friends about this.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Thank you so much, Wei! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China. — Omar, GotoeSIM Support
Haruto P.
Mexico · Jun 2026
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport in China. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Telling my friends about this.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Cheers, Haruto! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – David 💜
Liam T.
Germany · Jun 2026
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Zero regrets.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Thanks a lot, Liam! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Emma
Lea H.
Philippines · Jun 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Coverage was strong even outside the city.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago So glad to hear this, Lea! So happy the China eSIM kept you connected. — Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Katya T.
Sweden · Jun 2026
Did the job without any drama. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Cheers, Katya! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — Sara
Pablo W.
Brazil · Jun 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. The QR code arrived instantly by email. A must-have for international travel.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Pablo! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China. – Sara 💜
Nguyen V.
Mexico · Jun 2026
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Coverage was strong even outside the city.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Really appreciate this, Nguyen! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — David
Min-jun M.
Canada · Jun 2026
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Great experience overall.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Thank you so much, Min-jun! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Sara 💜
Aisha K.
Mexico · Jun 2026
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Really appreciate this, Aisha! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Ken, GotoeSIM Support
Frequently asked questions
How much does the China eSIM cost?
The China (mainland HK Macao) 1GB 7Days plan costs $2.40 for 1 GB over 7 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
Marco P. · 1 month ago
Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?
Roaming is included in the plan, Marco — no extra charges, it's all prepaid. — Anna, GotoeSIM Support
Mohammed P. · 2 months ago
How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?
It's immediate, Mohammed! The QR code is delivered the moment your payment goes through. – James 💜
Andre G. · 3 months ago
Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?
Validity usually starts when you first connect in your destination, Andre — not at purchase. — Diego, GotoeSIM Support
Liam T. · 5 months ago
Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?
Yes Liam, hotspot/tethering works fine — share your data to a laptop or tablet anytime. — Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Daniel C. · 5 months ago
Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.
Thanks Daniel, that means a lot! Reach out anytime. — Ken
Olivia F. · 5 months ago
Can I use it in nearby countries too?
This plan covers its listed destination, Olivia — for multiple countries, check our regional plans. – Sara 💜
Isabella P. · 8 months ago
Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?
Yes Isabella, WhatsApp keeps working with your home number — the eSIM only carries data. — Omar
Haruto B. · 8 months ago
How do I check how much data I have left?
Your usage is tracked live in the app, Haruto — check My eSIMs anytime. – Tom 💜
Aisha H. · 9 months ago
Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?
We recommend installing before you travel, Aisha, then it activates automatically on arrival. – David, GotoeSIM Support
Mei R. · 9 months ago
Which networks does this connect to?
It connects to trusted local partner networks, Mei, on 4G/5G where available. – Laura 💜
Fatima C. · 1 year ago
Is 5G supported or just 4G?
Yes Fatima, 5G is supported where the local network offers it, otherwise fast 4G. — Yuki, GotoeSIM Support
Ava V. · 1 year ago
Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?
Topping up is easy, Ava! Just add more data to your existing eSIM in the app. – Ingrid 💜