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

View plan & buy — $2.56
4.7

67 reviews

5 ★ 75%
4 ★ 25%
3 ★ 0%
2 ★ 0%
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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Isabella D.

Brazil · Jul 2026

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Great experience overall.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thank you for the kind words, Isabella! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. We're here whenever you travel again. — Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Sven W.

Vietnam · Jul 2026

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code in China. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Made staying connected effortless.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thank you so much, Sven! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. We're here whenever you travel again. — David, GotoeSIM Support

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Emma P.

New Zealand · Jul 2026

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Telling my friends about this.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

So glad to hear this, Emma! So happy the China eSIM kept you connected. Come back anytime! – Priya 💜

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Elena T.

UAE · Jul 2026

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Connected the moment I landed. Customer support answered my question quickly. Made staying connected effortless.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thank you so much, Elena! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Enjoy your journeys! — David

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Fatima W.

Canada · Jul 2026

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

So glad to hear this, Fatima! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. — Yuki

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Thomas W.

UAE · Jul 2026

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly in China. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Really appreciate this, Thomas! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China. – Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Sofia L.

Canada · Jul 2026

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Customer support answered my question quickly. Great experience overall.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Cheers, Sofia! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Enjoy your journeys! — Laura

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Haruto G.

Thailand · Jul 2026

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thank you for the kind words, Haruto! So happy the China eSIM kept you connected. — Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Ava C.

Sweden · Jul 2026

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Connected the moment I landed. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Zero regrets.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thanks a lot, Ava! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Yuki 💜

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Mei G.

Netherlands · Jul 2026

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Did the job without any drama in China. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Zero regrets.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Really appreciate this, Mei! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Carlos W.

Germany · Jul 2026

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Activation was automatic when I arrived.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thanks a lot, Carlos! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. — Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Louis N.

Japan · Jul 2026

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Telling my friends about this.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thank you for the kind words, Louis! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. – Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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Min-jun G.

Spain · Jul 2026

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly in China. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thank you so much, Min-jun! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. We're here whenever you travel again. – Sara 💜

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Diego M.

Italy · Jul 2026

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thank you so much, Diego! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China. We're here whenever you travel again. — Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Andre W.

Portugal · Jul 2026

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Exactly what I needed for travelling in China. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thank you so much, Andre! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. We're here whenever you travel again. – Ingrid 💜

Frequently asked questions

How much does the China eSIM cost?

The China (mainland HK Macao) 1GB/Day plan costs $2.56 for 1 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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Max N. · 1 week ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

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Min-jun S. · 3 months ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support

Yes Min-jun, 5G is supported where the local network offers it, otherwise fast 4G. – Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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Ji-woo N. · 4 months ago

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

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support

Yes Ji-woo, you can top up the same eSIM anytime — no need to buy a new one. – Tom 💜

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Nguyen R. · 4 months ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support

Your number stays active for WhatsApp, Nguyen! The eSIM just handles data. – Sara 💜

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Lucia P. · 5 months ago

Which networks does this connect to?

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support

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

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Elena W. · 6 months ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

David David GotoeSIM Support

Yes Elena, it works on iPhone XS and newer — just add the eSIM under Settings › Cellular › Add eSIM. — David

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Diego R. · 7 months ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support

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

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Zoe S. · 8 months ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support

Your usage is tracked live in the app, Zoe — check My eSIMs anytime. — Mark

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Hana N. · 1 year ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support

Roaming is included in the plan, Hana — no extra charges, it's all prepaid. — Omar

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Somchai W. · 1 year ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support

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

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Yuki K. · 1 year ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support

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

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Liam T. · 1 year ago

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

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support

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

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Beatriz M. · 1 year ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support

Tethering is supported, Beatriz! Feel free to hotspot to your other devices. — Ingrid