Philippines eSIM — reviews & details
Philippines 2GB/Day · 2 GB/day · 1 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Philippines Globe 5G SMART 5G
Traveller reviews
Hugo H.
France · Feb 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Great experience overall.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Thanks for sharing, Hugo! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. — Tom
Carlos N.
Singapore · Feb 2026
Great value compared to roaming charges in Philippines. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Made staying connected effortless.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Thanks for sharing, Carlos! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support
Andre W.
India · Feb 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Five stars from me.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago So glad to hear this, Andre! So happy the Philippines eSIM kept you connected. Come back anytime! — Priya, GotoeSIM Support
Omar F.
Italy · Feb 2026
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. A must-have for international travel.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Cheers, Omar! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. — Anna
Thomas C.
United Kingdom · Feb 2026
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Activation was automatic when I arrived.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Thomas. 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
Mei P.
Singapore · Feb 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Really appreciate this, Mei! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Come back anytime! – Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Hugo P.
Spain · Feb 2026
Super easy to set up before I flew out in Philippines. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. A must-have for international travel.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Thanks for sharing, Hugo! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Diego, GotoeSIM Support
Katya C.
UAE · Feb 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Thanks for sharing, Katya! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Philippines. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Anna, GotoeSIM Support
Arjun D.
Switzerland · Feb 2026
Great value compared to roaming charges. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Really appreciate this, Arjun! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. Enjoy your journeys! – Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Linh R.
Netherlands · Jan 2026
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Customer support answered my question quickly.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Thank you for taking the time, Linh. Good to hear it did the job, and we're working to make it even better. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support
Hana L.
France · Jan 2026
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Telling my friends about this.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Thanks a lot, Hana! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. — Laura
Nadia W.
Singapore · Jan 2026
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Made staying connected effortless.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Really appreciate this, Nadia! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – James, GotoeSIM Support
Fatima K.
Ireland · Jan 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Really appreciate this, Fatima! So happy the Philippines eSIM kept you connected. Enjoy your journeys! – Anna 💜
Ananya T.
Turkey · Jan 2026
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. The QR code arrived instantly by email. A must-have for international travel.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Cheers, Ananya! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. Come back anytime! – James 💜
Viktor N.
Netherlands · Jan 2026
Connected the moment I landed in Philippines. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Viktor! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. — Diego, GotoeSIM Support
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Philippines eSIM cost?
The Philippines 2GB/Day plan costs $2.07 for 2 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
Sarah B. · 2 weeks ago
Can I use it in nearby countries too?
This plan covers its listed destination, Sarah — for multiple countries, check our regional plans. — Tom
Ji-woo L. · 1 month ago
How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?
Your QR code arrives instantly, Ji-woo — within seconds of payment, by email and in your account. – David 💜
Hana G. · 2 months ago
Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?
Yes Hana, WhatsApp keeps working with your home number — the eSIM only carries data. — Anna, GotoeSIM Support
Ethan K. · 4 months ago
Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?
Roaming is included in the plan, Ethan — no extra charges, it's all prepaid. — Ingrid
Mohammed W. · 7 months ago
Is 5G supported or just 4G?
5G is available where covered, Mohammed — you'll always get the best speed on offer. – Sophie, GotoeSIM Support
Sophia L. · 8 months ago
Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?
Topping up is easy, Sophia! Just add more data to your existing eSIM in the app. — David, GotoeSIM Support
Pablo G. · 8 months ago
Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?
Tethering is supported, Pablo! Feel free to hotspot to your other devices. – Ken, GotoeSIM Support
Lucas C. · 8 months ago
Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?
Install on Wi-Fi before you fly, Lucas — it switches on when you land. – Laura, GotoeSIM Support
Beatriz P. · 8 months ago
Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.
Yes Beatriz, recent Samsung Galaxy models support eSIM — add it under Settings › Connections › SIM manager. — Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Mei M. · 11 months ago
Which networks does this connect to?
It connects to trusted local partner networks, Mei, on 4G/5G where available. — Ken, GotoeSIM Support
Arjun V. · 1 year ago
Does this work on an iPhone 13?
Absolutely, Arjun! Any iPhone XS or newer supports it. Scan the QR in Settings › Cellular. — Mark
Viktor D. · 1 year ago
How do I check how much data I have left?
You can check remaining data anytime in the GotoeSIM app under My eSIMs, Viktor. – James 💜