Philippines eSIM — reviews & details
Philippines 5GB 30Days · 5 GB · 30 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Philippines Globe 5G SMART 5G
Traveller reviews
Lucia W.
Singapore · Jun 2025
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you so much, Lucia! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. — Omar
Louis R.
Egypt · May 2025
Did the job without any drama. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Telling my friends about this.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks a lot, Louis! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Philippines. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Omar
Linh D.
Poland · May 2025
Did the job without any drama in Philippines. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Made staying connected effortless.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for the kind words, Linh! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. — Emma
Isabella S.
Mexico · May 2025
Did the job without any drama. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for sharing, Isabella! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. – Omar, GotoeSIM Support
Pablo M.
France · May 2025
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport in Philippines. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Would definitely buy again.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for sharing, Pablo! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – David, GotoeSIM Support
Louis H.
Germany · May 2025
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you so much, Louis! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Come back anytime! – James, GotoeSIM Support
Ananya T.
Sweden · May 2025
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Customer support answered my question quickly.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for the kind words, Ananya! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Min-jun C.
Sweden · May 2025
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for the kind words, Min-jun! So happy the Philippines eSIM kept you connected. — Laura
Priya C.
France · May 2025
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Zero regrets.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Really appreciate this, Priya! So happy the Philippines eSIM kept you connected. We're here whenever you travel again. – Priya, GotoeSIM Support
Beatriz M.
Mexico · May 2025
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Customer support answered my question quickly. A must-have for international travel.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Really appreciate this, Beatriz! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Philippines. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — David, GotoeSIM Support
Ingrid W.
Japan · May 2025
Connected the moment I landed. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Made staying connected effortless.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Really appreciate this, Ingrid! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Philippines. We're here whenever you travel again. — Ken
Ananya M.
Australia · May 2025
Exactly what I needed for travelling. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. A must-have for international travel.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for sharing, Ananya! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — David
Ji-woo V.
Vietnam · May 2025
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code in Philippines. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So glad to hear this, Ji-woo! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Elena R.
Sweden · May 2025
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Activation was automatic when I arrived.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for sharing, Elena! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. — Grace, GotoeSIM Support
Ingrid T.
Sweden · May 2025
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for the kind words, Ingrid! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Philippines. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Yuki, GotoeSIM Support
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