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China (mainland HK Macao) 3GB 30Days · 3 GB · 30 days

View plan & buy — $6.24
4.6

120 reviews

5 ★ 67%
4 ★ 28%
3 ★ 3%
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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Budi V.

Portugal · Jul 2026

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Did the job without any drama. Activation was automatic when I arrived.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Cheers, Budi! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Come back anytime! – Tom 💜

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Sri M.

Singapore · Jul 2026

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Exactly what I needed for travelling in China. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Great experience overall.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Sri! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — Sophie

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Ethan M.

Vietnam · Jul 2026

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Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Activation was automatic when I arrived.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

We're really sorry, Ethan. This isn't the standard we aim for. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. – Ken, GotoeSIM Support

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Ingrid V.

UAE · Jul 2026

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Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Apologies for the trouble, Ingrid. We'd love the chance to make this right. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. – Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Aisha G.

Saudi Arabia · Jun 2026

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Did the job without any drama. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Thank you so much, Aisha! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Laura 💜

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Omar S.

Germany · Jun 2026

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Great experience overall.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Really appreciate this, Omar! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China. We're here whenever you travel again. – Omar 💜

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Zoe B.

South Korea · Jun 2026

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Made staying connected effortless.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Zoe! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China. – Diego 💜

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Daniel T.

Italy · Jun 2026

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. The QR code arrived instantly by email.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

So glad to hear this, Daniel! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. We're here whenever you travel again. – Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Katya H.

Japan · Jun 2026

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Katya! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China. We're here whenever you travel again. — Emma

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Kenji D.

New Zealand · Jun 2026

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Cheers, Kenji! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China. We're here whenever you travel again. — Diego

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Diego V.

Poland · Jun 2026

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

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Really appreciate this, Diego! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Yuki

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Giulia B.

Indonesia · Jun 2026

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport in China. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Zero regrets.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Thanks a lot, Giulia! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Katya K.

Turkey · Jun 2026

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. A must-have for international travel.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Cheers, Katya! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. — Emma

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Lucas L.

Brazil · Jun 2026

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Cheers, Lucas! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. – Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Ananya P.

Canada · Jun 2026

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. A must-have for international travel.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

So glad to hear this, Ananya! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Yuki

Frequently asked questions

How much does the China eSIM cost?

The China (mainland HK Macao) 3GB 30Days plan costs $6.24 for 3 GB over 30 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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Ryan B. · 1 month ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support

Thanks Ryan, that means a lot! Reach out anytime. – Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Hugo C. · 3 months ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support

You can check remaining data anytime in the GotoeSIM app under My eSIMs, Hugo. — Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Mateo B. · 4 months ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support

This plan covers its listed destination, Mateo — for multiple countries, check our regional plans. – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Mateo G. · 5 months ago

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

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support

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

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Anna F. · 6 months ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support

5G is available where covered, Anna — you'll always get the best speed on offer. — Diego, GotoeSIM Support

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Chloe G. · 6 months ago

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

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support

Install on Wi-Fi before you fly, Chloe — it switches on when you land. – Yuki 💜

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Hugo K. · 7 months ago

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

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support

It's immediate, Hugo! The QR code is delivered the moment your payment goes through. — Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Sofia D. · 8 months ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support

Tethering is supported, Sofia! Feel free to hotspot to your other devices. — Emma

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Daniel K. · 9 months ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support

Validity usually starts when you first connect in your destination, Daniel — not at purchase. – Mark 💜

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Sarah F. · 1 year ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support

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

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Viktor S. · 1 year ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support

Yes Viktor, it works on iPhone XS and newer — just add the eSIM under Settings › Cellular › Add eSIM. – Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Carlos S. · 1 year ago

Which networks does this connect to?

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support

It connects to trusted local partner networks, Carlos, on 4G/5G where available. — Grace, GotoeSIM Support