Philippines eSIM — reviews & details
Philippines 3GB/Day FUP1Mbps · 3 GB/day · 1 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Philippines Globe 5G SMART 5G
Traveller reviews
Priya P.
Egypt · Jul 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 days ago Thanks for sharing, Priya! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Philippines. — Yuki, GotoeSIM Support
Omar B.
Saudi Arabia · Jul 2026
Connected the moment I landed in Philippines. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 days ago Cheers, Omar! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Come back anytime! – Tom, GotoeSIM Support
Mei C.
Mexico · Jul 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 days ago Thanks a lot, Mei! So happy the Philippines eSIM kept you connected. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Yuki, GotoeSIM Support
Ava T.
United Kingdom · Jul 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Great experience overall.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 days ago Thanks a lot, Ava! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Emma 💜
Ji-woo K.
Indonesia · Jul 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 days ago Thanks for sharing, Ji-woo! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Yuki, GotoeSIM Support
Noah F.
Portugal · Jul 2026
Great value compared to roaming charges. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 week ago Thanks a lot, Noah! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Enjoy your journeys! – James, GotoeSIM Support
Ananya T.
Philippines · Jul 2026
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Customer support answered my question quickly. Telling my friends about this.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 week ago Really appreciate this, Ananya! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Enjoy your journeys! – Ingrid 💜
Sarah H.
South Korea · Jul 2026
Connected the moment I landed in Philippines. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Great experience overall.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 week ago Thank you for the kind words, Sarah! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — Laura
Sofia K.
United Kingdom · Jul 2026
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Would definitely buy again.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 week ago Thank you for the kind words, Sofia! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. We're here whenever you travel again. – Tom, GotoeSIM Support
Nguyen C.
Sweden · Jul 2026
Saved me a fortune on my holiday in Philippines. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Telling my friends about this.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 weeks ago So glad to hear this, Nguyen! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. We're here whenever you travel again. — Laura, GotoeSIM Support
Nguyen M.
Poland · Jul 2026
Exactly what I needed for travelling. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 weeks ago Thanks for sharing, Nguyen! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. We're here whenever you travel again. — Sara, GotoeSIM Support
Thomas L.
Indonesia · Jul 2026
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 weeks ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Thomas. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Philippines. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. – Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Somchai C.
Philippines · Jul 2026
Did the job without any drama. The QR code arrived instantly by email.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 weeks ago Thanks for sharing, Somchai! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Sophie 💜
Carlos B.
Ireland · Jul 2026
Connected the moment I landed. Activation was automatic when I arrived.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 weeks ago Thanks for sharing, Carlos! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. We're here whenever you travel again. — Anna, GotoeSIM Support
Isabella F.
South Korea · Jul 2026
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 weeks ago Thank you so much, Isabella! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Enjoy your journeys! — Laura, GotoeSIM Support
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Philippines eSIM cost?
The Philippines 3GB/Day FUP1Mbps plan costs $3.30 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
Giulia S. · 2 weeks ago
Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?
Roaming is included in the plan, Giulia — no extra charges, it's all prepaid. – Laura 💜
Linh S. · 1 month ago
Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.
Thanks Linh, that means a lot! Reach out anytime. – Ken, GotoeSIM Support
Kenji L. · 4 months ago
How do I check how much data I have left?
Your usage is tracked live in the app, Kenji — check My eSIMs anytime. – Yuki 💜
Emma T. · 5 months ago
How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?
Your QR code arrives instantly, Emma — within seconds of payment, by email and in your account. – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support
Ryan G. · 7 months ago
Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.
Yes Ryan, recent Samsung Galaxy models support eSIM — add it under Settings › Connections › SIM manager. — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support
Ryan N. · 8 months ago
Which networks does this connect to?
You'll be on top local networks, Ryan — full details are on the plan page under Coverage. – Anna 💜
Sven N. · 9 months ago
Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?
Yes Sven, you can top up the same eSIM anytime — no need to buy a new one. — Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Wei V. · 10 months ago
Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?
Yes Wei, WhatsApp keeps working with your home number — the eSIM only carries data. — James, GotoeSIM Support
Ryan S. · 10 months ago
Can I use it in nearby countries too?
This plan covers its listed destination, Ryan — for multiple countries, check our regional plans. – Priya 💜
Wei P. · 11 months ago
Does this work on an iPhone 13?
Yes Wei, it works on iPhone XS and newer — just add the eSIM under Settings › Cellular › Add eSIM. — Sophie
Carlos T. · 11 months ago
Is 5G supported or just 4G?
5G is available where covered, Carlos — you'll always get the best speed on offer. – Tom 💜
Emma G. · 11 months ago
Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?
We recommend installing before you travel, Emma, then it activates automatically on arrival. — David