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China (mainland HK Macao) 50GB 180Days · 50 GB · 180 days

View plan & buy — $55.50
4.4

620 reviews

5 ★ 61%
4 ★ 27%
3 ★ 8%
2 ★ 3%
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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Ravi T.

Egypt · Jan 2025

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Telling my friends about this.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Ravi! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China. Enjoy your journeys! — Sara

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Kenji M.

New Zealand · Jan 2025

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Would definitely buy again.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Kenji! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Enjoy your journeys! — Anna

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Ravi W.

Singapore · Jan 2025

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Customer support answered my question quickly. Great experience overall.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Ravi! So happy the China eSIM kept you connected. Come back anytime! – Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Aisha T.

Saudi Arabia · Jan 2025

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Aisha! So happy the China eSIM kept you connected. Come back anytime! – Priya 💜

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Emma D.

Brazil · Jan 2025

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Coverage was strong even outside the city.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Emma! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Diego

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Marco T.

Australia · Jan 2025

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Marco! So happy the China eSIM kept you connected. – Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

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Emma N.

Egypt · Jan 2025

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Telling my friends about this.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Emma! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. – Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

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Louis M.

Vietnam · Jan 2025

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Louis! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — James, GotoeSIM Support

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Wei V.

United States · Jan 2025

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Five stars from me.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Wei! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China. Come back anytime! — Mark

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Elena G.

Japan · Jan 2025

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Connected the moment I landed. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Five stars from me.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Elena! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China. Come back anytime! – James 💜

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Grace G.

Italy · Jan 2025

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Grace! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China. Enjoy your journeys! – Tom 💜

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Fatima W.

Mexico · Jan 2025

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Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Customer support answered my question quickly.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Fatima. Good to hear it did the job, and we're working to make it even better. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – Yuki, GotoeSIM Support

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Giulia G.

Thailand · Jan 2025

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Connected the moment I landed. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Great experience overall.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Giulia! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Mohammed P.

Ireland · Jan 2025

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Mohammed! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China. – Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Marco B.

Vietnam · Jan 2025

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Marco! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – David, GotoeSIM Support

Frequently asked questions

How much does the China eSIM cost?

The China (mainland HK Macao) 50GB 180Days plan costs $55.50 for 50 GB over 180 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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Olivia C. · 3 weeks ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support

The clock starts on first use in-country, Olivia, so buying early is totally fine. – Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Hugo G. · 3 months ago

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

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support

Your QR code arrives instantly, Hugo — within seconds of payment, by email and in your account. – Ken 💜

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Viktor D. · 3 months ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support

5G is available where covered, Viktor — you'll always get the best speed on offer. — Omar

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Mateo V. · 4 months ago

Which networks does this connect to?

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support

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

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Viktor K. · 5 months ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support

Thanks Viktor, that means a lot! Reach out anytime. – Emma 💜

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Emma G. · 5 months ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support

Absolutely, Emma! Any iPhone XS or newer supports it. Scan the QR in Settings › Cellular. — Ingrid

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Haruto R. · 6 months ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support

Your number stays active for WhatsApp, Haruto! The eSIM just handles data. – Diego, GotoeSIM Support

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Lucas D. · 7 months ago

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

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support

We recommend installing before you travel, Lucas, then it activates automatically on arrival. – Anna 💜

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Aisha T. · 9 months ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support

Yes Aisha, recent Samsung Galaxy models support eSIM — add it under Settings › Connections › SIM manager. – Yuki 💜

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Daniel C. · 10 months ago

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

James James GotoeSIM Support

Topping up is easy, Daniel! Just add more data to your existing eSIM in the app. — James

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Camila K. · 10 months ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

David David GotoeSIM Support

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

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Max B. · 10 months ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support

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