Philippines eSIM — reviews & details
Philippines 100MB 7Days · 100 MB · 7 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Philippines Globe 5G SMART 5G
Traveller reviews
Priya H.
Canada · Apr 2026
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Thank you for taking the time, Priya. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Philippines. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – Sara 💜
Lucia H.
Thailand · Apr 2026
Super easy to set up before I flew out in Philippines. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Cheers, Lucia! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Grace 💜
Elena H.
Portugal · Apr 2026
Connected the moment I landed. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Great experience overall.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Cheers, Elena! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Come back anytime! — Sophie
Sofia W.
Spain · Apr 2026
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Five stars from me.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Thank you so much, Sofia! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Grace, GotoeSIM Support
Fatima G.
Ireland · Apr 2026
Did the job without any drama. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Zero regrets.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Thank you so much, Fatima! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. – Ingrid 💜
Somchai L.
France · Apr 2026
Super easy to set up before I flew out. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Thanks a lot, Somchai! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Come back anytime! – Tom 💜
Budi M.
Turkey · Apr 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago So glad to hear this, Budi! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Priya
Camila V.
Germany · Apr 2026
Connected the moment I landed in Philippines. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Thank you so much, Camila! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Come back anytime! – Mark 💜
Ava B.
New Zealand · Mar 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Thank you so much, Ava! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Enjoy your journeys! — Grace, GotoeSIM Support
Noah D.
Australia · Mar 2026
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Thank you for taking the time, Noah. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Philippines. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — James, GotoeSIM Support
Priya D.
Germany · Mar 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Cheers, Priya! So happy the Philippines eSIM kept you connected. – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support
Ingrid T.
United Kingdom · Mar 2026
Did the job without any drama in Philippines. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Thanks for sharing, Ingrid! So happy the Philippines eSIM kept you connected. — Anna
Max G.
Turkey · Mar 2026
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code in Philippines. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Great experience overall.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Really appreciate this, Max! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. — Omar
Olivia S.
India · Mar 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless in Philippines. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Thanks for sharing, Olivia! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Come back anytime! — Diego
Haruto V.
Italy · Mar 2026
Great value compared to roaming charges. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Would definitely buy again.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 months ago Thanks a lot, Haruto! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. Enjoy your journeys! — Yuki
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Philippines eSIM cost?
The Philippines 100MB 7Days plan costs $0.45 for 100 MB over 7 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 S. · 2 months ago
Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.
Yes Ava, recent Samsung Galaxy models support eSIM — add it under Settings › Connections › SIM manager. — Sophie
Giulia V. · 3 months ago
Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?
Roaming is included in the plan, Giulia — no extra charges, it's all prepaid. – Sara 💜
Somchai B. · 3 months ago
Can I use it in nearby countries too?
For nearby countries, Somchai, a regional plan may suit you better — happy to help you pick. — Priya, GotoeSIM Support
Beatriz D. · 6 months ago
Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?
Validity usually starts when you first connect in your destination, Beatriz — not at purchase. – James 💜
Omar M. · 7 months ago
Is 5G supported or just 4G?
5G is available where covered, Omar — you'll always get the best speed on offer. — Anna
Diego R. · 7 months ago
Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?
Your number stays active for WhatsApp, Diego! The eSIM just handles data. — Emma
Liam F. · 8 months ago
Which networks does this connect to?
You'll be on top local networks, Liam — full details are on the plan page under Coverage. — Laura
Emma S. · 8 months ago
Does this work on an iPhone 13?
Absolutely, Emma! Any iPhone XS or newer supports it. Scan the QR in Settings › Cellular. – Anna 💜
Fatima V. · 8 months ago
Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.
So glad it helped, Fatima! We're always here if you need anything. — Ken
Anna H. · 9 months ago
Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?
We recommend installing before you travel, Anna, then it activates automatically on arrival. – David, GotoeSIM Support
Min-jun R. · 10 months ago
How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?
Your QR code arrives instantly, Min-jun — within seconds of payment, by email and in your account. – Priya 💜
Noah N. · 1 year ago
Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?
Yes Noah, you can top up the same eSIM anytime — no need to buy a new one. — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support