Philippines eSIM — reviews & details
Philippine 3GB/Day · 3 GB/day · 1 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Philippines Globe 5G SMART 5G
Traveller reviews
Thomas T.
Australia · Mar 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Really appreciate this, Thomas! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Come back anytime! — Priya
Lucas K.
Sweden · Mar 2026
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Lucas. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Philippines. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. – Priya, GotoeSIM Support
Omar N.
Japan · Mar 2026
Did the job without any drama. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Thanks for sharing, Omar! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. We're here whenever you travel again. – Laura, GotoeSIM Support
Nadia V.
India · Mar 2026
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Telling my friends about this.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Cheers, Nadia! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Enjoy your journeys! — Diego
Sri P.
Mexico · Mar 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Made staying connected effortless.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 months ago Thanks for sharing, Sri! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. — Yuki, GotoeSIM Support
Aisha L.
Switzerland · Mar 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 months ago Thank you so much, Aisha! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Laura, GotoeSIM Support
Beatriz P.
UAE · Mar 2026
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 months ago Thanks for sharing, Beatriz! So happy the Philippines eSIM kept you connected. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Grace 💜
Sofia P.
Indonesia · Mar 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 months ago Thanks a lot, Sofia! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Philippines. We're here whenever you travel again. — Grace, GotoeSIM Support
Ingrid T.
United Kingdom · Mar 2026
Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 months ago We're really sorry, Ingrid. We'd love the chance to make this right. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. — Emma
Sofia P.
Egypt · Mar 2026
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 months ago Thank you for taking the time, Sofia. 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. — David, GotoeSIM Support
Mohammed N.
Poland · Mar 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival in Philippines. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 months ago Cheers, Mohammed! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. Come back anytime! – Tom 💜
Grace V.
Germany · Mar 2026
Exactly what I needed for travelling. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 months ago Really appreciate this, Grace! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. — Laura
Mohammed B.
India · Mar 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Customer support answered my question quickly. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Mohammed! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Grace, GotoeSIM Support
Diego K.
Philippines · Mar 2026
Did the job without any drama. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 months ago So glad to hear this, Diego! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Enjoy your journeys! — Mark
Sri L.
UAE · Mar 2026
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Activation was automatic when I arrived.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 months ago Appreciate you sharing this, Sri. 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. — 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 💜