Philippines eSIM — reviews & details
Philippine 3GB/Day · 3 GB/day · 1 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Philippines Globe 5G SMART 5G
Traveller reviews
Liam D.
Australia · Sep 2025
Connected the moment I landed in Philippines. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 10 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Liam! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. We're here whenever you travel again. – Anna, GotoeSIM Support
Emma B.
New Zealand · Sep 2025
Great value compared to roaming charges. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 10 months ago Cheers, Emma! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. — James
Diego V.
Turkey · Sep 2025
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 10 months ago Appreciate you sharing this, Diego. 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. – Sara 💜
Min-jun T.
France · Sep 2025
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. The QR code arrived instantly by email.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 10 months ago Appreciate you sharing this, Min-jun. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Philippines. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – Laura 💜
Marco F.
South Korea · Sep 2025
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Great experience overall.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 10 months ago Cheers, Marco! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. – Ingrid 💜
Nguyen T.
Philippines · Sep 2025
Connected the moment I landed. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Telling my friends about this.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 10 months ago Thank you so much, Nguyen! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. We're here whenever you travel again. – Omar 💜
Wei K.
Philippines · Sep 2025
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 10 months ago Thanks a lot, Wei! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support
Lucas L.
Poland · Sep 2025
Did the job without any drama. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 10 months ago Cheers, Lucas! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. We're here whenever you travel again. — James
Emma L.
United States · Sep 2025
Great value compared to roaming charges. Customer support answered my question quickly. A must-have for international travel.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 10 months ago So glad to hear this, Emma! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Diego, GotoeSIM Support
Diego N.
Italy · Sep 2025
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 10 months ago Thank you for taking the time, Diego. 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. — James
James S.
Switzerland · Aug 2025
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 10 months ago Really appreciate this, James! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. — Grace, GotoeSIM Support
Noah W.
Saudi Arabia · Aug 2025
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Made staying connected effortless.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 11 months ago So glad to hear this, Noah! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Philippines. Come back anytime! — Grace
Ryan L.
Singapore · Aug 2025
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport in Philippines. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 11 months ago Cheers, Ryan! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Philippines. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Diego
Liam B.
Switzerland · Aug 2025
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Telling my friends about this.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 11 months ago Cheers, Liam! So happy the Philippines eSIM kept you connected. Enjoy your journeys! – Yuki 💜
Zoe C.
United States · Aug 2025
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Coverage was strong even outside the city.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 11 months ago Thank you for taking the time, Zoe. 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. – Anna, GotoeSIM Support
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. · 1 week 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 💜