Philippines eSIM — reviews & details
Philippines 5GB 30Days · 5 GB · 30 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Philippines Globe 5G SMART 5G
Traveller reviews
Noah C.
Australia · Apr 2025
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Activation was automatic when I arrived.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for sharing, Noah! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Ken 💜
Marco T.
Indonesia · Apr 2025
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Activation was automatic when I arrived.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Cheers, Marco! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Tom, GotoeSIM Support
Andre G.
Saudi Arabia · Apr 2025
Super easy to set up before I flew out. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Cheers, Andre! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — Ken
Ava K.
Singapore · Apr 2025
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport in Philippines. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you so much, Ava! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. Come back anytime! — Ingrid
Diego N.
Mexico · Apr 2025
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Diego. 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. – Sophie, GotoeSIM Support
Aisha B.
India · Apr 2025
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly in Philippines. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Really appreciate this, Aisha! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Enjoy your journeys! — Priya, GotoeSIM Support
Ryan N.
Philippines · Apr 2025
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you so much, Ryan! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Philippines. — Mark
Isabella D.
Saudi Arabia · Apr 2025
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you so much, Isabella! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. – Priya 💜
Lucas P.
South Korea · Apr 2025
Did the job without any drama. Activation was automatic when I arrived in Philippines.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for sharing, Lucas! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Ken 💜
Ji-woo M.
Mexico · Apr 2025
Did the job without any drama. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Cheers, Ji-woo! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. We're here whenever you travel again. — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support
Emma S.
Poland · Apr 2025
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Great experience overall.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for sharing, Emma! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Laura, GotoeSIM Support
Noah W.
Spain · Apr 2025
Exactly what I needed for travelling. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Telling my friends about this.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Cheers, Noah! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Come back anytime! – Ken 💜
Hugo B.
Turkey · Apr 2025
Exactly what I needed for travelling. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Would definitely buy again.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Cheers, Hugo! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Philippines. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Ingrid 💜
Lucia R.
Malaysia · Mar 2025
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival in Philippines. Coverage was strong even outside the city.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks a lot, Lucia! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Diego 💜
Hugo C.
United States · Mar 2025
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Would definitely buy again.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Cheers, Hugo! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Come back anytime! — Diego, 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