Philippines eSIM — reviews & details
Philippines 5GB 30Days · 5 GB · 30 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Philippines Globe 5G SMART 5G
Traveller reviews
Lea P.
South Korea · Jan 2025
Exactly what I needed for travelling. Activation was automatic when I arrived in Philippines. Made staying connected effortless.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So glad to hear this, Lea! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Philippines. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Diego, GotoeSIM Support
Min-jun C.
Italy · Jan 2025
Did the job without any drama. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Telling my friends about this.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks a lot, Min-jun! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. — Laura, GotoeSIM Support
Somchai V.
Brazil · Jan 2025
Great value compared to roaming charges. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for sharing, Somchai! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Enjoy your journeys! – Yuki 💜
Ravi M.
Japan · Jan 2025
Saved me a fortune on my holiday in Philippines. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Really appreciate this, Ravi! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Laura 💜
Haruto C.
Singapore · Jan 2025
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Apologies for the trouble, Haruto. That's not the experience we want for Philippines. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. — Priya
Priya M.
Poland · Jan 2025
Connected the moment I landed. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks a lot, Priya! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Come back anytime! – Priya, GotoeSIM Support
Diego F.
Canada · Jan 2025
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Would definitely buy again.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you so much, Diego! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Philippines. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Emma 💜
Ji-woo W.
Netherlands · Jan 2025
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Would definitely buy again.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks a lot, Ji-woo! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. — Tom, GotoeSIM Support
Ingrid N.
Indonesia · Jan 2025
Did the job without any drama. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Cheers, Ingrid! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. – Sophie, GotoeSIM Support
Noah V.
Italy · Jan 2025
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for the kind words, Noah! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Come back anytime! — Sara
Pablo N.
Turkey · Jan 2025
Did the job without any drama. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So glad to hear this, Pablo! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. – Priya 💜
Diego R.
India · Jan 2025
Did the job without any drama in Philippines. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So glad to hear this, Diego! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Come back anytime! – Laura, GotoeSIM Support
Katya B.
New Zealand · Jan 2025
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Highly recommend for any traveller.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Cheers, Katya! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — James, GotoeSIM Support
Grace F.
Saudi Arabia · Jan 2025
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Activation was automatic when I arrived in Philippines. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Really appreciate this, Grace! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Philippines. — Anna, GotoeSIM Support
Wei W.
New Zealand · Jan 2025
Connected the moment I landed. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. A must-have for international travel.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for sharing, Wei! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – David 💜
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