Philippines eSIM — reviews & details
Philippines 500MB 7Days · 500 MB · 7 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Philippines Globe 5G SMART 5G
Traveller reviews
Ava G.
UAE · Feb 2026
Saved me a fortune on my holiday in Philippines. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Thanks a lot, Ava! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. Come back anytime! — Anna, GotoeSIM Support
Wei K.
France · Feb 2026
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Cheers, Wei! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Mark
Ji-woo B.
Ireland · Feb 2026
Super easy to set up before I flew out. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Highly recommend for any traveller.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Thanks a lot, Ji-woo! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. We're here whenever you travel again. – James, GotoeSIM Support
Omar H.
Philippines · Feb 2026
Great value compared to roaming charges. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago So glad to hear this, Omar! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. We're here whenever you travel again. – Priya 💜
Sarah V.
Switzerland · Feb 2026
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly in Philippines. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Five stars from me.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Cheers, Sarah! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Philippines. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Laura
Mei B.
Brazil · Feb 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Zero regrets.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Thanks for sharing, Mei! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Enjoy your journeys! — Priya
Liam M.
India · Feb 2026
Super easy to set up before I flew out. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Zero regrets.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Cheers, Liam! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — David
Max V.
Ireland · Feb 2026
Super easy to set up before I flew out. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Made staying connected effortless.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Thanks for sharing, Max! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. We're here whenever you travel again. — Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Olivia W.
Australia · Feb 2026
Exactly what I needed for travelling. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Cheers, Olivia! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – James, GotoeSIM Support
Ava K.
Switzerland · Feb 2026
Did the job without any drama. Customer support answered my question quickly. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Thanks for sharing, Ava! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. Come back anytime! – Anna 💜
Mateo T.
Germany · Feb 2026
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Thanks a lot, Mateo! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Tom, GotoeSIM Support
James N.
Portugal · Feb 2026
Saved me a fortune on my holiday in Philippines. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Thank you so much, James! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Enjoy your journeys! — Omar
Omar H.
Vietnam · Feb 2026
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code in Philippines. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Thanks a lot, Omar! So happy the Philippines eSIM kept you connected. – Anna, GotoeSIM Support
Marco C.
Germany · Jan 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Coverage was strong even outside the city.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Thanks for sharing, Marco! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. We're here whenever you travel again. — Priya, GotoeSIM Support
Grace C.
Australia · Jan 2026
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process in Philippines. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. A must-have for international travel.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Thanks a lot, Grace! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. — Yuki
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