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Philippines 2GB/Day · 2 GB/day · 1 days

View plan & buy — $2.07
4.5

620 reviews

5 ★ 61%
4 ★ 30%
3 ★ 7%
2 ★ 2%
1 ★ 1%

Coverage & networks

  • Philippines Globe 5G SMART 5G

Traveller reviews

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Carlos G.

Singapore · Dec 2025

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Carlos. 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. — James

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Ava V.

Egypt · Dec 2025

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Customer support answered my question quickly.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Ava. 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. – Ingrid 💜

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Fatima G.

Mexico · Nov 2025

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Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. The QR code arrived instantly by email.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

Thank you for taking the time, Fatima. Glad it mostly worked for you in Philippines — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Giulia R.

Brazil · Sep 2025

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Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Giulia. 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. — Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Wei T.

Japan · Sep 2025

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Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thank you for taking the time, Wei. 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, GotoeSIM Support

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Grace M.

Australia · Sep 2025

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Grace. 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

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Lea M.

South Korea · Jul 2025

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Activation was automatic when I arrived.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for taking the time, Lea. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Philippines. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. – Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Liam W.

Thailand · Jul 2025

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Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Coverage was strong even outside the city.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for taking the time, Liam. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Philippines. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Linh S.

Netherlands · Jul 2025

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Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Activation was automatic when I arrived.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Linh. 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. — Yuki

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Zoe S.

Brazil · May 2025

✓ Verified

Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Zoe. Glad it mostly worked for you in Philippines — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Kenji H.

Brazil · Apr 2025

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Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Kenji. 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. — Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Hugo L.

Saudi Arabia · Mar 2025

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Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for taking the time, Hugo. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Philippines. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Ravi B.

Italy · Mar 2025

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Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Ravi. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Philippines. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. – Emma 💜

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Aisha K.

Malaysia · Nov 2024

✓ Verified

Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Aisha. 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 💜

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Mei D.

United Kingdom · Nov 2024

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Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for taking the time, Mei. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Philippines. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – Sophie 💜

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

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Sarah B. · 2 weeks ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support

This plan covers its listed destination, Sarah — for multiple countries, check our regional plans. — Tom

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Ji-woo L. · 1 month ago

How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?

David David GotoeSIM Support

Your QR code arrives instantly, Ji-woo — within seconds of payment, by email and in your account. – David 💜

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Hana G. · 1 month ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support

Yes Hana, WhatsApp keeps working with your home number — the eSIM only carries data. — Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Ethan K. · 4 months ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support

Roaming is included in the plan, Ethan — no extra charges, it's all prepaid. — Ingrid

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Mohammed W. · 7 months ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support

5G is available where covered, Mohammed — you'll always get the best speed on offer. – Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

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Sophia L. · 7 months ago

Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?

David David GotoeSIM Support

Topping up is easy, Sophia! Just add more data to your existing eSIM in the app. — David, GotoeSIM Support

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Pablo G. · 8 months ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support

Tethering is supported, Pablo! Feel free to hotspot to your other devices. – Ken, GotoeSIM Support

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Lucas C. · 8 months ago

Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support

Install on Wi-Fi before you fly, Lucas — it switches on when you land. – Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Beatriz P. · 8 months ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support

Yes Beatriz, recent Samsung Galaxy models support eSIM — add it under Settings › Connections › SIM manager. — Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Mei M. · 11 months ago

Which networks does this connect to?

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support

It connects to trusted local partner networks, Mei, on 4G/5G where available. — Ken, GotoeSIM Support

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Arjun V. · 1 year ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support

Absolutely, Arjun! Any iPhone XS or newer supports it. Scan the QR in Settings › Cellular. — Mark

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Viktor D. · 1 year ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

James James GotoeSIM Support

You can check remaining data anytime in the GotoeSIM app under My eSIMs, Viktor. – James 💜