Philippines eSIM — reviews & details
Philippines 5GB/Day · 5 GB/day · 1 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Philippines Globe 5G SMART 5G
Traveller reviews
Budi V.
Canada · Oct 2025
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Five stars from me.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 9 months ago Really appreciate this, Budi! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. – Sophie 💜
Liam L.
Italy · Oct 2025
Did the job without any drama in Philippines. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Great experience overall.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 9 months ago Cheers, Liam! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. Enjoy your journeys! — Sophie
Thomas H.
Portugal · Oct 2025
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Great experience overall.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 9 months ago Cheers, Thomas! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Philippines. Come back anytime! – Grace 💜
Marco G.
Portugal · Oct 2025
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Great experience overall.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 9 months ago Really appreciate this, Marco! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. We're here whenever you travel again. — Mark, GotoeSIM Support
Anna G.
France · Oct 2025
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 9 months ago Apologies for the trouble, Anna. That's not the experience we want for Philippines. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support
Priya F.
Mexico · Oct 2025
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Telling my friends about this.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 9 months ago Cheers, Priya! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Philippines. We're here whenever you travel again. – Anna, GotoeSIM Support
Omar T.
Singapore · Sep 2025
Exactly what I needed for travelling. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 10 months ago Really appreciate this, Omar! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Priya, GotoeSIM Support
Ava K.
Canada · Sep 2025
Super easy to set up before I flew out. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 10 months ago Cheers, Ava! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Come back anytime! – Mark 💜
Marco M.
Japan · Sep 2025
Exactly what I needed for travelling. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Great experience overall.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 10 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Marco! So happy the Philippines eSIM kept you connected. We're here whenever you travel again. – Sara 💜
Mohammed L.
Italy · Sep 2025
Did the job without any drama. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Would definitely buy again.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 10 months ago Thank you so much, Mohammed! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support
Ava W.
Japan · Sep 2025
Did the job without any drama. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Zero regrets.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 10 months ago Thank you so much, Ava! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Enjoy your journeys! – James, GotoeSIM Support
Lea W.
Japan · Sep 2025
Did the job without any drama. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Would definitely buy again.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 10 months ago Really appreciate this, Lea! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Come back anytime! — Omar, GotoeSIM Support
Viktor W.
United Kingdom · Sep 2025
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 10 months ago Cheers, Viktor! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Anna, GotoeSIM Support
Ava H.
Malaysia · Sep 2025
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Great experience overall.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 10 months ago Cheers, Ava! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Enjoy your journeys! – Anna 💜
Pablo R.
UAE · Sep 2025
First time using an eSIM and it was painless in Philippines. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 10 months ago Thanks a lot, Pablo! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. We're here whenever you travel again. – James 💜
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