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eSIM in China

12 plans available
5G

If you are travelling to China, a travel eSIM is the smartest way to stay online. 12 plans are available with different data sizes and validity periods, with 5G coverage via Chinacom. Buy your eSIM before you fly, scan the QR code, and connect the moment you land — no store visit, no SIM swap.

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Plans available
12
Max validity (days)
30
Max speed
5G
Provider
1

eSIM plans for China

Compare plans in China

PlanDataValidityPriceProviderNetwork
1 GB - 7 days1 GB7 days days$4.00Chinacom
5G
2 GB - 15 days2 GB15 days days$7.50Chinacom
5G
3 GB - 30 days3 GB30 days days$10.50Chinacom
5G
Unlimited - 3 daysUnlimited3 days days$11.50Chinacom
5G
5 GB - 30 days5 GB30 days days$15.50Chinacom
5G
Unlimited - 5 daysUnlimited5 days days$19.00Chinacom
5G
10 GB - 30 days10 GB30 days days$26.50Chinacom
5G
Unlimited - 7 daysUnlimited7 days days$27.00Chinacom
5G
Unlimited - 10 daysUnlimited10 days days$35.00Chinacom
5G
20 GB - 30 days
Best value
20 GB30 days days$40.00Chinacom
5G
Unlimited - 15 daysUnlimited15 days days$49.00Chinacom
5G
Unlimited - 30 daysUnlimited30 days days$69.00Chinacom
5G

Available networks in China

China Unicom
5G

Your phone connects automatically to the best available network wherever you are in China.

Tips for using an eSIM in China

  • 1Activation policy at Chinacom: first-usage
  • 2Make sure your phone supports eSIM and is not carrier-locked before you buy.
  • 3Install your eSIM over Wi-Fi before leaving home.
  • 4Turn on "data roaming" for your eSIM line after you arrive in China.

Providers in China

Chinacom
Chinacom
Local
Rechargeable
China Unicom (5G)

Activation: first-usage

Does not include Hong Kong or Macao — please choose a dedicated eSIM for those.

How to activate your eSIM in China

  1. 1

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    Choose the plan that fits your trip to China and buy it through the link.

  2. 2

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    Your QR code arrives instantly by email or in your account.

  3. 3

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    Go to Settings > Cellular > Add plan and scan the QR code.

  4. 4

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    When you land in China, turn on data and browse straight away.

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