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United Kingdom 1GB/Day FUP1Mbps · 1 GB/day · 1 days

View plan & buy — $1.01
4.6

134 reviews

5 ★ 69%
4 ★ 22%
3 ★ 7%
2 ★ 0%
1 ★ 1%

Coverage & networks

  • United Kingdom O2 5G EE 5G 3 4G

Traveller reviews

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Ava M.

Ireland · May 2026

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Connected the moment I landed. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Zero regrets.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Really appreciate this, Ava! Love that you were online the moment you landed in United Kingdom. Enjoy your journeys! – Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Lea T.

Brazil · May 2026

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Did the job without any drama. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Telling my friends about this.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

So glad to hear this, Lea! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. — Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Wei P.

Spain · May 2026

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Did the job without any drama in United Kingdom. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Would definitely buy again.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Wei! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Come back anytime! – Laura 💜

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Sophia P.

Portugal · May 2026

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Thanks a lot, Sophia! Love that you were online the moment you landed in United Kingdom. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – David, GotoeSIM Support

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James N.

Poland · May 2026

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Did the job without any drama. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Five stars from me.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Thanks for sharing, James! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Come back anytime! — Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Fatima L.

India · May 2026

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Fatima! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — James, GotoeSIM Support

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Sarah C.

Philippines · May 2026

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Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Customer support answered my question quickly.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Sarah. Glad it mostly worked for you in United Kingdom — we're always improving our coverage. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — Priya

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Noah S.

Singapore · May 2026

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Thank you for taking the time, Noah. Glad it mostly worked for you in United Kingdom — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – James, GotoeSIM Support

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Viktor W.

New Zealand · May 2026

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Super easy to set up before I flew out in United Kingdom. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

So glad to hear this, Viktor! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Come back anytime! – Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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Sri G.

Saudi Arabia · Apr 2026

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Connected the moment I landed. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Five stars from me.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

So glad to hear this, Sri! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

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Ji-woo T.

Turkey · Apr 2026

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

So glad to hear this, Ji-woo! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Lea N.

Spain · Apr 2026

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly in United Kingdom. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. A must-have for international travel.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Lea! Love that you were online the moment you landed in United Kingdom. Enjoy your journeys! — Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Aisha N.

New Zealand · Apr 2026

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Aisha! Love that you were online the moment you landed in United Kingdom. We're here whenever you travel again. – Omar 💜

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Katya T.

United States · Apr 2026

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Did the job without any drama. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Thank you so much, Katya! Love that you were online the moment you landed in United Kingdom. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — David

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Liam C.

India · Apr 2026

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Customer support answered my question quickly. Telling my friends about this.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

So glad to hear this, Liam! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. — Priya

Frequently asked questions

How much does the United Kingdom eSIM cost?

The United Kingdom 1GB/Day FUP1Mbps plan costs $1.01 for 1 GB/day over 1 days, paid once with no hidden fees.

How do I activate my United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom.

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 United Kingdom.

Comments & questions

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Ryan N. · 2 months ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support

Yes Ryan, WhatsApp keeps working with your home number — the eSIM only carries data. — Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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James H. · 3 months ago

Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support

Install on Wi-Fi before you fly, James — it switches on when you land. – Tom 💜

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Sri S. · 3 months ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support

Validity usually starts when you first connect in your destination, Sri — not at purchase. – Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Ananya S. · 4 months ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support

For nearby countries, Ananya, a regional plan may suit you better — happy to help you pick. – Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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Nadia B. · 7 months ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support

Roaming is included in the plan, Nadia — no extra charges, it's all prepaid. – Yuki, GotoeSIM Support

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Mei M. · 9 months ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

David David GotoeSIM Support

You can check remaining data anytime in the GotoeSIM app under My eSIMs, Mei. — David

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Pablo S. · 10 months ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support

Yes Pablo, hotspot/tethering works fine — share your data to a laptop or tablet anytime. – Priya 💜

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Nguyen T. · 1 year ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support

Absolutely, Nguyen! Any iPhone XS or newer supports it. Scan the QR in Settings › Cellular. – Mark 💜

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Ji-woo N. · 1 year ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support

Yes Ji-woo, 5G is supported where the local network offers it, otherwise fast 4G. – Ken, GotoeSIM Support

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Mateo P. · 1 year ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support

So glad it helped, Mateo! We're always here if you need anything. – Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Camila K. · 1 year ago

Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support

Yes Camila, you can top up the same eSIM anytime — no need to buy a new one. – Diego 💜

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Arjun L. · 1 year ago

How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support

Your QR code arrives instantly, Arjun — within seconds of payment, by email and in your account. – Sara, GotoeSIM Support