Philippines eSIM — reviews & details
Philippines 5GB/Day · 5 GB/day · 1 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Philippines Globe 5G SMART 5G
Traveller reviews
Mohammed L.
Spain · Feb 2026
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Would definitely buy again.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Thanks a lot, Mohammed! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Enjoy your journeys! — David
Camila K.
New Zealand · Feb 2026
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Camila! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. We're here whenever you travel again. – Omar 💜
Elena W.
France · Feb 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Made staying connected effortless.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Really appreciate this, Elena! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Mark 💜
Min-jun S.
Canada · Jan 2026
Super easy to set up before I flew out. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Great experience overall.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago So glad to hear this, Min-jun! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. — Diego, GotoeSIM Support
Chloe D.
Ireland · Jan 2026
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code in Philippines. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago So glad to hear this, Chloe! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Philippines. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Ava V.
New Zealand · Jan 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago Cheers, Ava! So happy the Philippines eSIM kept you connected. Come back anytime! – Diego, GotoeSIM Support
Diego L.
Australia · Jan 2026
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Activation was automatic when I arrived.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago So glad to hear this, Diego! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Philippines. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support
Kenji L.
Philippines · Jan 2026
Did the job without any drama. The QR code arrived instantly by email.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago Thank you so much, Kenji! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — Grace, GotoeSIM Support
Ethan K.
India · Jan 2026
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. A must-have for international travel.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Ethan! So happy the Philippines eSIM kept you connected. — Sophie
Daniel R.
France · Jan 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago Really appreciate this, Daniel! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. — James, GotoeSIM Support
Marco R.
UAE · Jan 2026
Super easy to set up before I flew out. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Marco! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Philippines. — Sara
Anna F.
India · Jan 2026
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Activation was automatic when I arrived.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Anna. Glad it mostly worked for you in Philippines — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – Omar 💜
Nadia D.
Indonesia · Jan 2026
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Great experience overall.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago So glad to hear this, Nadia! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. — Anna, GotoeSIM Support
Ava P.
Canada · Jan 2026
Did the job without any drama. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Great experience overall.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago Thank you so much, Ava! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Diego 💜
Noah R.
Spain · Jan 2026
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Telling my friends about this.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago Really appreciate this, Noah! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. Come back anytime! — Diego, GotoeSIM Support
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Philippines eSIM cost?
The Philippines 5GB/Day plan costs $5.52 for 5 GB/day over 1 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
Mei H. · 1 week ago
Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?
Topping up is easy, Mei! Just add more data to your existing eSIM in the app. — Priya, GotoeSIM Support
Aisha K. · 1 week ago
Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?
Roaming is included in the plan, Aisha — no extra charges, it's all prepaid. – James, GotoeSIM Support
Hana R. · 2 weeks ago
Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.
Thanks Hana, that means a lot! Reach out anytime. — Anna, GotoeSIM Support
Lucas D. · 2 weeks ago
Is 5G supported or just 4G?
5G is available where covered, Lucas — you'll always get the best speed on offer. – Priya, GotoeSIM Support
Zoe K. · 1 month ago
Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?
The clock starts on first use in-country, Zoe, so buying early is totally fine. – Yuki 💜
Marco F. · 2 months ago
Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?
Yes Marco, hotspot/tethering works fine — share your data to a laptop or tablet anytime. – Sophie, GotoeSIM Support
Hana G. · 3 months ago
Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?
Install on Wi-Fi before you fly, Hana — it switches on when you land. — Emma
Beatriz H. · 6 months ago
Can I use it in nearby countries too?
For nearby countries, Beatriz, a regional plan may suit you better — happy to help you pick. — Grace, GotoeSIM Support
Chloe H. · 7 months ago
Which networks does this connect to?
It connects to trusted local partner networks, Chloe, on 4G/5G where available. — Sara
Nguyen B. · 10 months ago
How do I check how much data I have left?
Your usage is tracked live in the app, Nguyen — check My eSIMs anytime. – Sara 💜
Ananya G. · 11 months ago
Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.
It works great on modern Samsung phones, Ananya! Add it via SIM manager and you're set. — Tom, GotoeSIM Support
Yuki H. · 1 year ago
How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?
It's immediate, Yuki! The QR code is delivered the moment your payment goes through. – Laura, GotoeSIM Support