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China (mainland HK Macao) 5GB 30Days · 5 GB · 30 days

View plan & buy — $8.55
4.5

620 reviews

5 ★ 64%
4 ★ 25%
3 ★ 7%
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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Somchai G.

Thailand · Jan 2026

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Made staying connected effortless.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thank you so much, Somchai! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Come back anytime! — Yuki, GotoeSIM Support

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Sarah S.

Australia · Jan 2026

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Telling my friends about this.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Sarah! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China. Come back anytime! — Ken

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Zoe M.

United Kingdom · Jan 2026

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Zoe! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Laura

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Isabella W.

Turkey · Jan 2026

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Isabella! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China. We're here whenever you travel again. – Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Min-jun L.

Saudi Arabia · Jan 2026

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Made staying connected effortless.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Cheers, Min-jun! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China. We're here whenever you travel again. – Ken 💜

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Liam F.

Sweden · Jan 2026

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. The QR code arrived instantly by email. A must-have for international travel.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Really appreciate this, Liam! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. We're here whenever you travel again. — David

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Andre B.

Mexico · Jan 2026

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Did the job without any drama in China. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Great experience overall.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thank you so much, Andre! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China. – Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Louis D.

Japan · Jan 2026

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Telling my friends about this.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Louis! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China. — Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Marco C.

Australia · Jan 2026

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thank you so much, Marco! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – James 💜

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Wei T.

Mexico · Jan 2026

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Wei! So happy the China eSIM kept you connected. Enjoy your journeys! — Priya

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Andre T.

Portugal · Jan 2026

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Connected the moment I landed. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Would definitely buy again.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Andre! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China. – Grace 💜

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Katya R.

Switzerland · Jan 2026

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. A must-have for international travel.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thanks a lot, Katya! So happy the China eSIM kept you connected. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Mei H.

Australia · Jan 2026

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

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Apologies for the trouble, Mei. We'd love the chance to make this right. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. — Mark

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Lucia R.

Indonesia · Jan 2026

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

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

So glad to hear this, Lucia! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Come back anytime! – Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Nguyen P.

Saudi Arabia · Jan 2026

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly in China. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Great experience overall.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thank you so much, Nguyen! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Anna, GotoeSIM Support

Frequently asked questions

How much does the China eSIM cost?

The China (mainland HK Macao) 5GB 30Days plan costs $8.55 for 5 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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Haruto D. · 1 month ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support

Roaming is included in the plan, Haruto — no extra charges, it's all prepaid. – Emma 💜

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Lucia G. · 2 months ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

James James GotoeSIM Support

Yes Lucia, 5G is supported where the local network offers it, otherwise fast 4G. — James

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Thomas N. · 2 months ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support

Tethering is supported, Thomas! Feel free to hotspot to your other devices. – Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Sofia S. · 5 months ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support

Your number stays active for WhatsApp, Sofia! The eSIM just handles data. — Ingrid

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Somchai G. · 7 months ago

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

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support

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

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Sophia T. · 8 months ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support

For nearby countries, Sophia, a regional plan may suit you better — happy to help you pick. – Anna 💜

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Aisha S. · 8 months ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support

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

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Omar M. · 8 months ago

Which networks does this connect to?

David David GotoeSIM Support

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

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Isabella N. · 8 months ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support

Thanks Isabella, that means a lot! Reach out anytime. – Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Min-jun S. · 1 year ago

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

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support

It's immediate, Min-jun! The QR code is delivered the moment your payment goes through. — Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Hana C. · 1 year ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support

It works great on modern Samsung phones, Hana! Add it via SIM manager and you're set. — Laura

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Omar K. · 1 year ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support

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