Philippines eSIM — reviews & details
Philippines 3GB/Day FUP1Mbps · 3 GB/day · 1 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Philippines Globe 5G SMART 5G
Traveller reviews
Nadia W.
Sweden · Oct 2024
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Zero regrets.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks a lot, Nadia! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Mark
Anna V.
South Korea · Oct 2024
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Great experience overall.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you so much, Anna! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Philippines. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — David
Max W.
Australia · Oct 2024
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Cheers, Max! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Priya V.
Portugal · Oct 2024
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you so much, Priya! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Philippines. – James, GotoeSIM Support
Yuki M.
France · Oct 2024
Did the job without any drama. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Great experience overall.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you so much, Yuki! So happy the Philippines eSIM kept you connected. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – David, GotoeSIM Support
Ravi W.
Turkey · Oct 2024
Super easy to set up before I flew out. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Zero regrets.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So glad to hear this, Ravi! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. We're here whenever you travel again. — Diego
Katya S.
Malaysia · Sep 2024
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks a lot, Katya! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Enjoy your journeys! — Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Sarah R.
Italy · Sep 2024
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code in Philippines. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Really appreciate this, Sarah! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Philippines. – Ingrid 💜
Pablo R.
Vietnam · Sep 2024
Connected the moment I landed. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So glad to hear this, Pablo! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Priya, GotoeSIM Support
Louis P.
New Zealand · Sep 2024
Exactly what I needed for travelling. Customer support answered my question quickly. Five stars from me.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Really appreciate this, Louis! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. Enjoy your journeys! — Yuki
Zoe F.
Italy · Sep 2024
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Coverage was strong even outside the city.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for sharing, Zoe! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Philippines. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Anna
Ava R.
Spain · Sep 2024
Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Appreciate you sharing this, Ava. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Philippines. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Sarah G.
Saudi Arabia · Sep 2024
Great value compared to roaming charges. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you so much, Sarah! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. We're here whenever you travel again. – Diego 💜
Aisha B.
Singapore · Sep 2024
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Great experience overall.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for sharing, Aisha! So happy the Philippines eSIM kept you connected. We're here whenever you travel again. — Diego, GotoeSIM Support
Hugo C.
United States · Sep 2024
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Customer support answered my question quickly. Zero regrets.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks a lot, Hugo! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. — Ken
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. · 3 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. · 11 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. · 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