Philippines eSIM — reviews & details
Philippines 500MB 7Days · 500 MB · 7 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Philippines Globe 5G SMART 5G
Traveller reviews
Wei H.
Vietnam · Jul 2025
Connected the moment I landed. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. A must-have for international travel.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Cheers, Wei! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Sara
Nguyen L.
South Korea · Jul 2025
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Great experience overall.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Cheers, Nguyen! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. We're here whenever you travel again. — Diego
Chloe M.
Vietnam · Jul 2025
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Zero regrets.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So glad to hear this, Chloe! So happy the Philippines eSIM kept you connected. Enjoy your journeys! – Anna, GotoeSIM Support
Aisha R.
Philippines · Jul 2025
Exactly what I needed for travelling. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Made staying connected effortless.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for sharing, Aisha! So happy the Philippines eSIM kept you connected. Enjoy your journeys! — Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Ryan D.
Netherlands · Jul 2025
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you so much, Ryan! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support
Beatriz M.
Switzerland · Jul 2025
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Customer support answered my question quickly.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks a lot, Beatriz! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Enjoy your journeys! — Laura
Ingrid B.
South Korea · Jul 2025
Saved me a fortune on my holiday in Philippines. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks a lot, Ingrid! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Philippines. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Laura, GotoeSIM Support
Sven B.
Mexico · Jul 2025
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Great experience overall.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for sharing, Sven! So happy the Philippines eSIM kept you connected. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Laura 💜
Giulia B.
Switzerland · Jun 2025
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks a lot, Giulia! So happy the Philippines eSIM kept you connected. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Priya
Arjun W.
United Kingdom · Jun 2025
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport in Philippines. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you so much, Arjun! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Come back anytime! — James
Min-jun F.
Sweden · Jun 2025
Great value compared to roaming charges in Philippines. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for sharing, Min-jun! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Enjoy your journeys! — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support
Mei L.
Netherlands · Jun 2025
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Would definitely buy again.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So glad to hear this, Mei! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Philippines. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – David, GotoeSIM Support
Ravi P.
United States · Jun 2025
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Five stars from me.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Really appreciate this, Ravi! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Come back anytime! — Yuki
Noah D.
Philippines · Jun 2025
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for the kind words, Noah! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Enjoy your journeys! – Mark 💜
Emma S.
Turkey · Jun 2025
Exactly what I needed for travelling. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you so much, Emma! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. — Emma
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Philippines eSIM cost?
The Philippines 500MB 7Days plan costs $1.50 for 500 MB over 7 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
Ingrid R. · 3 months ago
Which networks does this connect to?
It connects to trusted local partner networks, Ingrid, on 4G/5G where available. – Laura 💜
Emma H. · 7 months ago
How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?
It's immediate, Emma! The QR code is delivered the moment your payment goes through. – Sara, GotoeSIM Support
Sarah R. · 7 months ago
Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?
Yes Sarah, you can top up the same eSIM anytime — no need to buy a new one. — Diego, GotoeSIM Support
Arjun V. · 8 months ago
Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?
Validity usually starts when you first connect in your destination, Arjun — not at purchase. — Sophie
Aisha W. · 8 months ago
Does this work on an iPhone 13?
Absolutely, Aisha! Any iPhone XS or newer supports it. Scan the QR in Settings › Cellular. — Tom
Nadia K. · 9 months ago
Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?
We recommend installing before you travel, Nadia, then it activates automatically on arrival. – Grace 💜
Giulia R. · 10 months ago
How do I check how much data I have left?
You can check remaining data anytime in the GotoeSIM app under My eSIMs, Giulia. — James
Aisha G. · 10 months ago
Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.
Yes Aisha, recent Samsung Galaxy models support eSIM — add it under Settings › Connections › SIM manager. – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support
Thomas M. · 10 months ago
Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?
Roaming is included in the plan, Thomas — no extra charges, it's all prepaid. — Mark, GotoeSIM Support
Viktor T. · 11 months ago
Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?
Yes Viktor, hotspot/tethering works fine — share your data to a laptop or tablet anytime. — Priya, GotoeSIM Support
Ananya G. · 1 year ago
Can I use it in nearby countries too?
For nearby countries, Ananya, a regional plan may suit you better — happy to help you pick. – Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Sofia F. · 1 year ago
Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.
Thanks Sofia, that means a lot! Reach out anytime. — Omar, GotoeSIM Support