Philippines eSIM — reviews & details
Philippines 3GB/Day FUP1Mbps · 3 GB/day · 1 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Philippines Globe 5G SMART 5G
Traveller reviews
Elena M.
Portugal · Jan 2026
Did the job without any drama. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Great experience overall.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago Thanks for sharing, Elena! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. We're here whenever you travel again. – Omar 💜
Andre S.
Philippines · Jan 2026
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. A must-have for international travel.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago Thanks a lot, Andre! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Come back anytime! – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support
Louis L.
Ireland · Jan 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Customer support answered my question quickly. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago Thanks a lot, Louis! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Priya 💜
Budi D.
Spain · Jan 2026
Super easy to set up before I flew out. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Five stars from me.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago Really appreciate this, Budi! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Grace, GotoeSIM Support
Somchai W.
Sweden · Jan 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Coverage was strong even outside the city.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago Thank you so much, Somchai! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Philippines. We're here whenever you travel again. – Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Emma S.
Philippines · Jan 2026
Did the job without any drama. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago Thanks a lot, Emma! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support
Haruto G.
Saudi Arabia · Jan 2026
Saved me a fortune on my holiday in Philippines. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Exactly as described — no surprises.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago Cheers, Haruto! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Philippines. Come back anytime! – David 💜
Camila P.
Australia · Jan 2026
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Camila. 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, GotoeSIM Support
Hugo P.
Germany · Jan 2026
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Five stars from me.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Hugo! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Come back anytime! — Priya
Linh P.
Poland · Dec 2025
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process in Philippines. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago Thanks for sharing, Linh! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Tom, GotoeSIM Support
Camila F.
Japan · Dec 2025
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago So sorry to hear this, Camila. That's not the experience we want for Philippines. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. — David, GotoeSIM Support
Grace D.
United States · Dec 2025
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Coverage was strong even outside the city.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago Thanks for sharing, Grace! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. — Omar
Olivia H.
Japan · Dec 2025
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Made staying connected effortless.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago Thank you so much, Olivia! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Philippines. – Diego, GotoeSIM Support
Diego T.
Switzerland · Dec 2025
Great value compared to roaming charges. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Thanks for sharing, Diego! So happy the Philippines eSIM kept you connected. — Mark
Wei S.
Singapore · Dec 2025
Exactly what I needed for travelling. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Thank you so much, Wei! So happy the Philippines eSIM kept you connected. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Ingrid, 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