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Network Coverage in China - 4G/5G Carriers
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46 eSIM plans available for China on local carrier networks.
How to Activate eSIM in China - 3 Steps
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Turn on mobile data and you're online the moment you land
Frequently Asked Questions - China eSIM
Yes - eSIMs work fully in China on local carrier networks. Activation is simple: buy a plan, get a QR code by email, scan it in Settings → Cellular → Add eSIM, and turn on mobile data. The whole thing takes 2–3 minutes.
Our eSIMs run on local 4G/5G networks in China. Urban speeds average 30–100 Mbps - plenty for video calls, streaming, and social media. Rural coverage can be slower, but 3G is widely available as a fallback.
eSIM is supported by iPhone XS and newer, Samsung Galaxy S20+, Google Pixel 3 and newer, Huawei P40 Pro+, and most other modern smartphones. Run your phone through our compatibility checker before buying.
Most eSIM plans are data-only. For calls and messages, use WhatsApp, Viber, Telegram, or similar apps over Wi-Fi or mobile data. A handful of plans include a local phone number - that's clearly flagged on the plan details.
Just buy a new plan straight from our website or app - your new QR code arrives within seconds. Unlimited plans never run out.
Most modern phones hold 8–10 eSIM profiles, but only one can be active at a time. Delete old eSIMs and add new ones whenever you need to.
Local plans cover one country and are usually the cheapest option. Regional plans cover a group of countries (e.g., across Europe) and are ideal for multi-country trips. Global plans work in 173 countries - more expensive, but you pay once for worldwide coverage.
Yes - eSIMs are completely safe. They're embedded in your phone, so they can't be physically stolen or lost, and data is encrypted just like on a regular SIM card.
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All China eSIM plans
- 1 GB · 7 daysfrom $3.06
- 2 GB · 15 daysfrom $4.50
- 3 GB · 30 daysfrom $5.22
- 5 GB · 30 daysfrom $7.38
- Unlimited · 3 daysfrom $9.36
- 10 GB · 30 daysfrom $11.88
- Unlimited · 5 daysfrom $13.32
- 20 GB · 30 daysfrom $18.72
- Unlimited · 7 daysfrom $19.98
- Unlimited · 10 daysfrom $27.54
- Unlimited · 15 daysfrom $40.14
- Unlimited · 30 daysfrom $56.34
- 1 GB · 7 daysfrom $2.70
- 500 MB · 3 daysfrom $2.75
- 2 GB · 15 daysfrom $3.60
- 3 GB · 30 daysfrom $4.14
- 5 GB · 30 daysfrom $5.58
- Unlimited · 3 daysfrom $8.46
- 10 GB · 30 daysfrom $9.18
- Unlimited · 5 daysfrom $11.88
- 20 GB · 30 daysfrom $14.04
- Unlimited · 7 daysfrom $14.94
- Unlimited · 10 daysfrom $17.82
- Unlimited · 15 daysfrom $34.38
- Unlimited · 30 daysfrom $48.24
- 50 GB · 90 daysfrom $50.22
- 100 GB · 180 daysfrom $92.16
- 300 MB · 3 daysfrom $1.80
- 200 MB · 30 daysfrom $2.43
- 1 GB · 5 daysfrom $4.50
- 1 GB · 7 daysfrom $5.76
- 2 GB · 15 daysfrom $9.72
- 3 GB · 30 daysfrom $12.06
- 1 GB · 7 daysfrom $15.30
- 5 GB · 30 daysfrom $18.90
- 5 GB · 60 daysfrom $18.90
- 2 GB · 15 daysfrom $29.70
- 10 GB · 30 daysfrom $32.40
- 3 GB · 30 daysfrom $41.94
- 20 GB · 30 daysfrom $52.56
- 5 GB · 60 daysfrom $65.52
- 10 GB · 180 daysfrom $90.00
- 20 GB · 365 daysfrom $105.30
- 10 GB · 180 daysfrom $120.42
- 20 GB · 365 daysfrom $135.90
- 60 GB · 125 daysfrom $268.20
Why Travelers Choose an eSIM for China
Flying into Beijing, Shanghai or Guangzhou? A China eSIM is different from every other country on this site — it's not just about skipping an airport SIM counter, it's about bypassing the Great Firewall. Our China eSIM routes your data through Hong Kong carriers, so Google, Gmail, WhatsApp, Instagram and Facebook work the moment you land at PEK, PVG or CAN without needing a VPN. Activate a plan in two minutes, scan the QR code, and you're online at Tiananmen Square, booking Great Wall Mutianyu tickets, or uploading Shanghai Bund night photos — all services that normally require a VPN on a physical Chinese SIM. Choose a 7-day 3 GB plan for a Beijing + Shanghai city break, a 30-day 10 GB plan for a full China tour, or China eSIM unlimited data for a longer Shanghai business trip.
eSIM vs Chinese Tourist SIM — Which Works Without a VPN?
Chinese carriers (China Mobile, China Unicom, China Telecom) sell tourist SIMs at every major airport, but they route through mainland Chinese APNs — meaning Google, WhatsApp, Gmail and Instagram are blocked by the Great Firewall unless you use a VPN. Our China eSIM routes through Hong Kong, so those services just work.
| eSIM | China Unicom Tourist SIM | |
|---|---|---|
| Access Google/Gmail | yes — routes via Hong Kong | no — blocked by GFW, VPN required |
| Access WhatsApp | yes | no — blocked, VPN required |
| Access Instagram/Facebook | yes | no — blocked |
| Setup time | ≈ 2 minutes (QR scan) | 15–30 minutes (counter + passport) |
| Cost | from ~$0.50/day | CNY 100–300 (~$14–42) tourist pack + VPN subscription |
China eSIM FAQ — GFW Bypass, Google/WhatsApp Access & VPN-Free Travel
Which is the best eSIM for China?
The best eSIM for China is the one that bypasses the Great Firewall so you can use Google, WhatsApp, Gmail, Instagram and Facebook without setting up a VPN. Our China eSIM routes your data through Hong Kong carriers, so those services work normally the moment you land in Beijing, Shanghai or Guangzhou. A 7-day 3 GB plan covers a Beijing + Shanghai city break, a 30-day 10 GB plan fits a full China tour including Xi’an and Chengdu, and China eSIM unlimited data suits longer business trips.
Does a China eSIM really let me use Google and WhatsApp without a VPN?
Yes — our best eSIM for China with VPN-free access routes data via Hong Kong, which is outside the Great Firewall. That means Google Search, Google Maps, Gmail, WhatsApp, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and X (Twitter) all work normally. You don't need to install a VPN before your flight or worry about VPN apps getting blocked mid-trip — standard Chinese tourist SIMs route through the Firewall, our eSIM doesn't.
How do I get an eSIM in China with a local phone number?
Our standard China eSIM is data-only and uses Hong Kong routing — it doesn't give you a mainland Chinese phone number. For services that require a mainland +86 number (WeChat new accounts, Alipay registration, some Chinese apps' SMS verification), you would need a physical Chinese SIM, which requires passport registration. For 90% of traveler needs — maps, messaging apps, hotel check-ins, flight apps — the data-only eSIM that bypasses the GFW is the better choice.