Philippines eSIM — reviews & details
Philippine 3GB/Day · 3 GB/day · 1 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Philippines Globe 5G SMART 5G
Traveller reviews
Nadia C.
Netherlands · Mar 2026
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Telling my friends about this.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 months ago Really appreciate this, Nadia! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Emma 💜
Anna P.
Malaysia · Mar 2026
Did the job without any drama. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Five stars from me.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 months ago Thanks a lot, Anna! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Enjoy your journeys! — Tom, GotoeSIM Support
Louis B.
Netherlands · Mar 2026
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Customer support answered my question quickly.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 months ago Thanks for sharing, Louis! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Enjoy your journeys! – Tom 💜
Haruto N.
India · Feb 2026
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Zero regrets.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Really appreciate this, Haruto! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. Come back anytime! – Priya 💜
Grace D.
UAE · Feb 2026
Did the job without any drama. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Telling my friends about this.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Cheers, Grace! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Ken, GotoeSIM Support
Noah S.
Ireland · Feb 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Activation was automatic when I arrived in Philippines. A must-have for international travel.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Thanks for sharing, Noah! So happy the Philippines eSIM kept you connected. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Mark
Daniel B.
Indonesia · Feb 2026
Super easy to set up before I flew out. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Great experience overall.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Thanks a lot, Daniel! So happy the Philippines eSIM kept you connected. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Omar
James L.
Saudi Arabia · Feb 2026
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Thank you for the kind words, James! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — Anna
Katya W.
Indonesia · Feb 2026
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Zero regrets.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Cheers, Katya! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Come back anytime! – Omar, GotoeSIM Support
Ananya F.
France · Feb 2026
Super easy to set up before I flew out. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago So glad to hear this, Ananya! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Come back anytime! — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support
Kenji N.
Poland · Feb 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Zero regrets.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Cheers, Kenji! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. — Sara, GotoeSIM Support
Ava F.
Japan · Feb 2026
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago So glad to hear this, Ava! So happy the Philippines eSIM kept you connected. We're here whenever you travel again. — Omar, GotoeSIM Support
Sophia L.
Turkey · Feb 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Would definitely buy again.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Sophia! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Mark, GotoeSIM Support
Olivia C.
Sweden · Feb 2026
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Cheers, Olivia! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Philippines. Enjoy your journeys! — Anna, GotoeSIM Support
Priya D.
Mexico · Feb 2026
Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Activation was automatic when I arrived.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Appreciate you sharing this, Priya. Glad it mostly worked for you in Philippines — we're always improving our coverage. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — Yuki
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Philippines eSIM cost?
The Philippine 3GB/Day plan costs $3.99 for 3 GB/day over 1 days, paid once with no hidden fees.
How do I activate my Philippines 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 Philippines.
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 Philippines.
Comments & questions
Ava P. · 4 days ago
Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?
No surprise fees, Ava! Roaming is part of the plan and never billed separately. — Ingrid
Hana D. · 1 week ago
How do I check how much data I have left?
Your usage is tracked live in the app, Hana — check My eSIMs anytime. – Yuki, GotoeSIM Support
Andre V. · 2 weeks ago
Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?
Install on Wi-Fi before you fly, Andre — it switches on when you land. — Diego, GotoeSIM Support
Katya L. · 1 month ago
Can I use it in nearby countries too?
This plan covers its listed destination, Katya — for multiple countries, check our regional plans. — Sophie
Sofia V. · 2 months ago
Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?
Yes Sofia, hotspot/tethering works fine — share your data to a laptop or tablet anytime. – Laura, GotoeSIM Support
Ananya P. · 3 months ago
Which networks does this connect to?
You'll be on top local networks, Ananya — full details are on the plan page under Coverage. – Mark, GotoeSIM Support
Louis F. · 3 months ago
Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?
Topping up is easy, Louis! Just add more data to your existing eSIM in the app. – Grace 💜
Lucas T. · 6 months ago
Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?
Yes Lucas, WhatsApp keeps working with your home number — the eSIM only carries data. — Sara, GotoeSIM Support
Beatriz T. · 6 months ago
Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.
Thanks Beatriz, that means a lot! Reach out anytime. — Omar
Chloe P. · 8 months ago
How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?
Your QR code arrives instantly, Chloe — within seconds of payment, by email and in your account. — Diego
Min-jun R. · 1 year ago
Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?
Validity usually starts when you first connect in your destination, Min-jun — not at purchase. – Priya, GotoeSIM Support
Mateo M. · 1 year ago
Is 5G supported or just 4G?
Yes Mateo, 5G is supported where the local network offers it, otherwise fast 4G. – Tom 💜