Philippines eSIM — reviews & details
Philippine 3GB/Day · 3 GB/day · 1 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Philippines Globe 5G SMART 5G
Traveller reviews
Omar V.
United Kingdom · Jan 2025
First time using an eSIM and it was painless in Philippines. Customer support answered my question quickly. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you so much, Omar! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Philippines. – Mark 💜
Emma G.
Brazil · Jan 2025
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Coverage was strong even outside the city.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks a lot, Emma! So happy the Philippines eSIM kept you connected. Enjoy your journeys! – Omar, GotoeSIM Support
Sophia F.
Switzerland · Jan 2025
Exactly what I needed for travelling. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you so much, Sophia! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Enjoy your journeys! – Ken 💜
James K.
Switzerland · Jan 2025
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for the honest feedback, James. 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, GotoeSIM Support
Budi C.
Spain · Jan 2025
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. A must-have for international travel.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for sharing, Budi! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Philippines. Enjoy your journeys! – Priya, GotoeSIM Support
Noah R.
Ireland · Jan 2025
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for sharing, Noah! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. Enjoy your journeys! – Mark 💜
Priya M.
Turkey · Jan 2025
Did the job without any drama. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Would definitely buy again.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Really appreciate this, Priya! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Come back anytime! – David 💜
Olivia K.
Italy · Jan 2025
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Five stars from me.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So glad to hear this, Olivia! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Diego
Linh R.
Netherlands · Jan 2025
Connected the moment I landed. Customer support answered my question quickly. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for the kind words, Linh! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Omar, GotoeSIM Support
Priya H.
Turkey · Jan 2025
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So glad to hear this, Priya! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Philippines. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Ken, GotoeSIM Support
Ji-woo L.
Thailand · Jan 2025
Great value compared to roaming charges. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Really appreciate this, Ji-woo! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support
Marco G.
Poland · Jan 2025
Great value compared to roaming charges. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So glad to hear this, Marco! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Enjoy your journeys! — Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Anna G.
Indonesia · Jan 2025
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks a lot, Anna! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. We're here whenever you travel again. — Omar, GotoeSIM Support
Ravi S.
Mexico · Jan 2025
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Great experience overall.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So glad to hear this, Ravi! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. – Sara 💜
Mohammed D.
Mexico · Jan 2025
Great value compared to roaming charges. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Exactly as described — no surprises.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for the kind words, Mohammed! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — David
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 💜