Philippines eSIM — reviews & details
Philippines 500MB 7Days · 500 MB · 7 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Philippines Globe 5G SMART 5G
Traveller reviews
Mateo B.
Ireland · May 2026
Did the job without any drama. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Great experience overall.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thanks a lot, Mateo! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. — Omar
Diego V.
Egypt · May 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. A must-have for international travel.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago So glad to hear this, Diego! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Philippines. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Laura
Max B.
South Korea · May 2026
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly in Philippines. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago So glad to hear this, Max! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support
Ava B.
Sweden · May 2026
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thanks a lot, Ava! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Sophie
Priya K.
Philippines · May 2026
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process in Philippines. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thanks for sharing, Priya! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. – Emma 💜
Carlos F.
Germany · May 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Zero regrets.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Thanks a lot, Carlos! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Enjoy your journeys! – Tom, GotoeSIM Support
Budi F.
France · May 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Activation was automatic when I arrived.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Thanks a lot, Budi! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — Tom, GotoeSIM Support
Noah D.
France · May 2026
Exactly what I needed for travelling. Customer support answered my question quickly. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago So glad to hear this, Noah! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. We're here whenever you travel again. – James 💜
Emma S.
Sweden · May 2026
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Really appreciate this, Emma! So happy the Philippines eSIM kept you connected. We're here whenever you travel again. – Diego, GotoeSIM Support
Ji-woo R.
United States · May 2026
Exactly what I needed for travelling. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Thanks for sharing, Ji-woo! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — Yuki
Anna C.
Spain · May 2026
Connected the moment I landed in Philippines. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Five stars from me.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Anna! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. – Diego 💜
Linh L.
Ireland · May 2026
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Great experience overall.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Thank you so much, Linh! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. We're here whenever you travel again. — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support
Katya C.
Canada · May 2026
Super easy to set up before I flew out. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Great experience overall.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Thanks for sharing, Katya! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Philippines. — Yuki, GotoeSIM Support
Ananya B.
Brazil · May 2026
Connected the moment I landed. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Would definitely buy again.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Thanks a lot, Ananya! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Philippines. Enjoy your journeys! – Sara, GotoeSIM Support
Beatriz B.
Spain · May 2026
Did the job without any drama. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago So glad to hear this, Beatriz! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Anna 💜
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