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China (mainland HK Macao) 1GB 7Days · 1 GB · 7 days

View plan & buy — $2.40
4.4

78 reviews

5 ★ 56%
4 ★ 32%
3 ★ 10%
2 ★ 1%
1 ★ 0%

Coverage & networks

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

Traveller reviews

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Linh C.

Netherlands · May 2026

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Connected the moment I landed in China. Coverage was strong even outside the city.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Thanks a lot, Linh! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Enjoy your journeys! – Sophie 💜

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Sofia V.

Spain · May 2026

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Great experience overall.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Really appreciate this, Sofia! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Emma D.

Philippines · May 2026

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Zero regrets.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Really appreciate this, Emma! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China. Come back anytime! – Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Nadia N.

Italy · May 2026

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Nadia! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Come back anytime! – Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Mohammed B.

South Korea · May 2026

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

So glad to hear this, Mohammed! So happy the China eSIM kept you connected. Come back anytime! — David, GotoeSIM Support

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Noah D.

United States · May 2026

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Made staying connected effortless.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Thank you so much, Noah! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Arjun W.

Saudi Arabia · May 2026

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Did the job without any drama. Activation was automatic when I arrived in China. A must-have for international travel.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Really appreciate this, Arjun! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Sophie 💜

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Ananya C.

New Zealand · May 2026

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Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Ananya. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across China. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. – Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Somchai F.

Netherlands · Apr 2026

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly in China. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Made staying connected effortless.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Somchai! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. — Grace

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Kenji H.

Turkey · Apr 2026

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Did the job without any drama. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Kenji! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Haruto D.

Netherlands · Apr 2026

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Did the job without any drama. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Cheers, Haruto! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. We're here whenever you travel again. — Emma

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Ava L.

Japan · Apr 2026

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. A must-have for international travel.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Cheers, Ava! So happy the China eSIM kept you connected. – Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Kenji W.

Spain · Apr 2026

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Did the job without any drama in China. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Cheers, Kenji! So happy the China eSIM kept you connected. We're here whenever you travel again. – David 💜

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Ava B.

Spain · Apr 2026

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Would definitely buy again.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Cheers, Ava! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Enjoy your journeys! — Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Lucia N.

Singapore · Apr 2026

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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.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Really appreciate this, Lucia! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China. We're here whenever you travel again. — Tom, 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

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Marco P. · 1 month ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support

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

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Mohammed P. · 2 months ago

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

James James GotoeSIM Support

It's immediate, Mohammed! The QR code is delivered the moment your payment goes through. – James 💜

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Andre G. · 3 months ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support

Validity usually starts when you first connect in your destination, Andre — not at purchase. — Diego, GotoeSIM Support

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Liam T. · 5 months ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support

Yes Liam, hotspot/tethering works fine — share your data to a laptop or tablet anytime. — Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Daniel C. · 5 months ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support

Thanks Daniel, that means a lot! Reach out anytime. — Ken

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Olivia F. · 5 months ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support

This plan covers its listed destination, Olivia — for multiple countries, check our regional plans. – Sara 💜

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Isabella P. · 8 months ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support

Yes Isabella, WhatsApp keeps working with your home number — the eSIM only carries data. — Omar

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Haruto B. · 8 months ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support

Your usage is tracked live in the app, Haruto — check My eSIMs anytime. – Tom 💜

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Aisha H. · 9 months ago

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

David David GotoeSIM Support

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

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Mei R. · 9 months ago

Which networks does this connect to?

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support

It connects to trusted local partner networks, Mei, on 4G/5G where available. – Laura 💜

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Fatima C. · 1 year ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support

Yes Fatima, 5G is supported where the local network offers it, otherwise fast 4G. — Yuki, GotoeSIM Support

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Ava V. · 1 year ago

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

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support

Topping up is easy, Ava! Just add more data to your existing eSIM in the app. – Ingrid 💜