Philippines eSIM — reviews & details
Philippines 5GB 30Days · 5 GB · 30 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Philippines Globe 5G SMART 5G
Traveller reviews
Lucas L.
Thailand · Jun 2025
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks a lot, Lucas! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Enjoy your journeys! — Sara, GotoeSIM Support
Lucas L.
South Korea · Jun 2025
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Really appreciate this, Lucas! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Sri W.
Sweden · Jun 2025
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Highly recommend for any traveller.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Really appreciate this, Sri! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Philippines. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — David, GotoeSIM Support
James G.
Singapore · Jun 2025
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Cheers, James! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. – Mark, GotoeSIM Support
Zoe V.
Ireland · Jun 2025
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Five stars from me.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks a lot, Zoe! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Tom, GotoeSIM Support
Giulia R.
Singapore · Jun 2025
Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Appreciate you sharing this, Giulia. Glad it mostly worked for you in Philippines — we're always improving our coverage. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. – Yuki, GotoeSIM Support
Mei G.
Germany · Jun 2025
Exactly what I needed for travelling. Coverage was strong even outside the city.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So glad to hear this, Mei! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. – Omar 💜
Priya F.
Germany · Jun 2025
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Really appreciate this, Priya! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. We're here whenever you travel again. — James
Yuki F.
Turkey · Jun 2025
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. A must-have for international travel.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you so much, Yuki! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Sara, GotoeSIM Support
Priya F.
United States · Jun 2025
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for the kind words, Priya! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. We're here whenever you travel again. – Sophie, GotoeSIM Support
Wei L.
Australia · Jun 2025
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Highly recommend for any traveller.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So glad to hear this, Wei! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — James
Beatriz L.
UAE · Jun 2025
Connected the moment I landed. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for the kind words, Beatriz! So happy the Philippines eSIM kept you connected. We're here whenever you travel again. – Tom 💜
Sri N.
Sweden · Jun 2025
Exactly what I needed for travelling. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for sharing, Sri! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – James, GotoeSIM Support
Katya K.
Vietnam · Jun 2025
Did the job without any drama in Philippines. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Would definitely buy again.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you so much, Katya! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. Enjoy your journeys! – Ken, GotoeSIM Support
Ethan C.
South Korea · Jun 2025
Exactly what I needed for travelling. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Telling my friends about this.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you so much, Ethan! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — Mark
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Philippines eSIM cost?
The Philippines 5GB 30Days plan costs $5.51 for 5 GB over 30 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
Louis P. · 1 month ago
Does this work on an iPhone 13?
Absolutely, Louis! Any iPhone XS or newer supports it. Scan the QR in Settings › Cellular. — David
Priya L. · 1 month ago
Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?
Topping up is easy, Priya! Just add more data to your existing eSIM in the app. – Yuki 💜
Beatriz F. · 1 month ago
Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?
The clock starts on first use in-country, Beatriz, so buying early is totally fine. — James, GotoeSIM Support
Fatima R. · 2 months ago
Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.
It works great on modern Samsung phones, Fatima! Add it via SIM manager and you're set. — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support
Aisha H. · 4 months ago
Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?
Tethering is supported, Aisha! Feel free to hotspot to your other devices. — Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Ingrid H. · 5 months ago
Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.
So glad it helped, Ingrid! We're always here if you need anything. — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support
Yuki R. · 10 months ago
How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?
Your QR code arrives instantly, Yuki — within seconds of payment, by email and in your account. – Anna, GotoeSIM Support
Ingrid W. · 10 months ago
Can I use it in nearby countries too?
This plan covers its listed destination, Ingrid — for multiple countries, check our regional plans. – David, GotoeSIM Support
Lucia T. · 10 months ago
Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?
We recommend installing before you travel, Lucia, then it activates automatically on arrival. — James, GotoeSIM Support
Olivia M. · 11 months ago
How do I check how much data I have left?
Your usage is tracked live in the app, Olivia — check My eSIMs anytime. — Anna
Fatima G. · 11 months ago
Which networks does this connect to?
You'll be on top local networks, Fatima — full details are on the plan page under Coverage. – Tom 💜
Lucia T. · 1 year ago
Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?
Yes Lucia, WhatsApp keeps working with your home number — the eSIM only carries data. – Emma, GotoeSIM Support