Philippines eSIM — reviews & details
Philippines 5GB/Day · 5 GB/day · 1 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Philippines Globe 5G SMART 5G
Traveller reviews
Ji-woo F.
New Zealand · May 2025
Exactly what I needed for travelling in Philippines. Customer support answered my question quickly. Telling my friends about this.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for sharing, Ji-woo! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Philippines. We're here whenever you travel again. — David, GotoeSIM Support
Andre D.
France · May 2025
Exactly what I needed for travelling. The QR code arrived instantly by email.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you so much, Andre! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Sara
Wei R.
Thailand · May 2025
Did the job without any drama. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Made staying connected effortless.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks a lot, Wei! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Philippines. Enjoy your journeys! — Laura
Haruto H.
Vietnam · May 2025
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Customer support answered my question quickly.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for taking the time, Haruto. 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. — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support
Ananya H.
Portugal · May 2025
Super easy to set up before I flew out. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. A must-have for international travel.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you so much, Ananya! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Enjoy your journeys! — Grace
Haruto M.
Turkey · May 2025
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So sorry to hear this, Haruto. We'd love the chance to make this right. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. — Omar, GotoeSIM Support
Omar F.
South Korea · May 2025
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Cheers, Omar! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. Come back anytime! – David 💜
Grace K.
Thailand · May 2025
Exactly what I needed for travelling. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Zero regrets.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for sharing, Grace! So happy the Philippines eSIM kept you connected. – Sophie 💜
Diego G.
Saudi Arabia · May 2025
Great value compared to roaming charges. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks a lot, Diego! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Come back anytime! — Anna, GotoeSIM Support
Thomas T.
Germany · May 2025
Connected the moment I landed. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Really appreciate this, Thomas! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. – Omar 💜
James N.
Italy · May 2025
Exactly what I needed for travelling. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Zero regrets.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks a lot, James! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Enjoy your journeys! — Ken, GotoeSIM Support
Ravi G.
South Korea · Apr 2025
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Really appreciate this, Ravi! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Philippines. – Laura 💜
Mateo T.
Sweden · Apr 2025
Exactly what I needed for travelling. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Zero regrets.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for the kind words, Mateo! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Enjoy your journeys! – Omar, GotoeSIM Support
Isabella F.
Mexico · Apr 2025
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly in Philippines. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Would definitely buy again.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for the kind words, Isabella! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. We're here whenever you travel again. — Anna
Ravi P.
Sweden · Apr 2025
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Really appreciate this, Ravi! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Philippines. We're here whenever you travel again. – Omar, 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. · 6 days 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. · 4 weeks 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. · 9 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