Philippines eSIM — reviews & details
Philippine 3GB/Day · 3 GB/day · 1 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Philippines Globe 5G SMART 5G
Traveller reviews
Sri N.
Saudi Arabia · Mar 2025
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport in Philippines. Customer support answered my question quickly. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So glad to hear this, Sri! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Come back anytime! – Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Somchai V.
Thailand · Mar 2025
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks a lot, Somchai! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. Come back anytime! – Sophie, GotoeSIM Support
Sarah H.
Egypt · Mar 2025
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for sharing, Sarah! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Mark
Noah M.
Sweden · Mar 2025
Saved me a fortune on my holiday in Philippines. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you so much, Noah! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. — Mark, GotoeSIM Support
Andre D.
Malaysia · Mar 2025
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Five stars from me.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Really appreciate this, Andre! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Laura 💜
Ananya N.
South Korea · Mar 2025
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Made staying connected effortless.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you so much, Ananya! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. Come back anytime! – Ken 💜
Ravi P.
Egypt · Mar 2025
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Cheers, Ravi! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Ingrid 💜
Olivia W.
Australia · Mar 2025
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Activation was automatic when I arrived.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So glad to hear this, Olivia! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Tom 💜
Nguyen D.
Portugal · Mar 2025
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for sharing, Nguyen! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Enjoy your journeys! – Ken 💜
Carlos D.
Brazil · Mar 2025
Great value compared to roaming charges. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Made staying connected effortless.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Cheers, Carlos! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – James, GotoeSIM Support
Grace T.
Mexico · Mar 2025
Super easy to set up before I flew out in Philippines. Customer support answered my question quickly. Great experience overall.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Cheers, Grace! So happy the Philippines eSIM kept you connected. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Omar, GotoeSIM Support
Sofia C.
Italy · Mar 2025
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for taking the time, Sofia. Glad it mostly worked for you in Philippines — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Yuki, GotoeSIM Support
Mateo P.
Italy · Mar 2025
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Appreciate you sharing this, Mateo. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Philippines. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — Tom
Omar W.
United States · Mar 2025
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks a lot, Omar! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Ingrid 💜
Zoe G.
Australia · Mar 2025
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Customer support answered my question quickly. Zero regrets.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Really appreciate this, Zoe! So happy the Philippines eSIM kept you connected. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — James, 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. · 5 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 💜