Philippines eSIM — reviews & details
Philippines 3GB/Day FUP1Mbps · 3 GB/day · 1 days
27 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Philippines SMART 5G Globe 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
· 1 month 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
· 1 month 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
· 1 month 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
· 1 month 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
· 1 month 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 month 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 month 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 month 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 month 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
· 1 month 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
· 1 month 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 months 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 months 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 months 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
· 2 months 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 $3.52 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
Isabella N. · 3 weeks ago
Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?
Hi Isabella! Yes, using our eSIM will allow you to keep your home number active for WhatsApp, as it runs alongside your normal SIM. You'll be able to receive messages and calls on your home number while enjoying data in the Philippines. If you have more questions, feel free to ask! – Sophie, GotoeSIM Support
Giulia S. · 2 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. – Laura 💜
Linh S. · 2 months ago
Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.
Thanks Linh, that means a lot! Reach out anytime. – Ken, GotoeSIM Support
Kenji L. · 5 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. · 6 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. · 9 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. · 10 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. · 10 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. · 11 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. · 1 year 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. · 1 year 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. · 1 year 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. · 1 year 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