Country planeSIM China
- Local-operator 4G/5G mobile data
- QR code and eSIM profile right after payment
- Email support
iPhone XS and newer, Google Pixel 3 and newer, Samsung Galaxy S20 and newer, and most 2020+ flagships. The device must be carrier-unlocked.
Your pass
Check the destination and duration — then just your email and payment.
eSIM for China: what to know
China is the destination where a travel eSIM matters less for signal than for access: on the local China Mobile and China Unicom networks Google, WhatsApp, Instagram, Telegram and YouTube do not open. A travel eSIM's traffic exits to the internet outside China (the exit country is shown above), so the usual services normally work without a VPN.
Coverage in Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou and Shenzhen is dense, 5G is available in the big cities and 4G at tourist sites like the Great Wall and Guilin. A local SIM for a foreigner means passport paperwork with a photo; an eSIM skips that.
Plans connect to China Mobile, China Unicom, China Telecom on 4G/5G. The network is picked automatically, and Wi-Fi hotspot is allowed.
There are 34 plans: 100 MB to 50 GB of data, valid 7 days to 180 days, from €1.00. Per-day plans are available too — handy for short trips. The best price per gigabyte is the 50 GB / 30 days plan at €41.67.
Traffic exits to the internet via HK / SG — keep this in mind for banking apps and geo-restricted services.
Install the profile before you travel, at home over Wi-Fi: validity starts the first time the eSIM joins a network at the destination, not at purchase.
Pay by international or Russian card, or in crypto. The eSIM QR code arrives by email within a couple of minutes — no account needed.
Tips for China
- Set up Alipay or WeChat Pay with a foreign card before the trip — cash and regular cards are accepted less and less in China.
- Google Maps is inaccurate in China; use Apple Maps, Baidu Maps or Amap.
- 3 GB covers a week; for video calls and work take 5 GB or more.
How much data you need
As a guide: maps, messengers and social feeds use about 500 MB a day; add video and calls and it is 1 GB or more.
| Trip | Plan | Price |
|---|---|---|
3 days about 2 GB | 3 GB · 15 days | €3.17 |
7 days about 5 GB | 5 GB · 30 days | €4.93 |
14 days about 10 GB | 10 GB · 30 days | €9.75 |
30 days about 20 GB | 20 GB · 30 days | €17.08 |
eSIM for China: questions
All eSIM questions →- Do Google, WhatsApp and Instagram work in China with this eSIM?
- As a rule, yes: the traffic exits to the internet outside China, so local network blocks do not apply. There is no absolute guarantee, but most travellers need no VPN.
- Does the plan work in Hong Kong and Macau?
- No, the China plan does not include Hong Kong and Macau — they have separate networks. For a multi-region trip see the China, Hong Kong, Macau bundles above.
- Which networks does the China eSIM use?
- Plans connect to China Mobile, China Unicom, China Telecom. The network is selected automatically when the eSIM registers; nothing to switch by hand.
- Is 5G available on China plans?
- Yes, plans support 4G/5G. Real-world speed depends on the operator's coverage where you are and on whether your phone supports 5G.
- How much does a China eSIM cost?
- From €1.00 for a 100 MB plan. The best value per gigabyte is 50 GB for 30 days at €41.67. The price is fixed at checkout, with no fees on top.
- What IP address will the China eSIM have?
- Traffic exits to the internet via HK / SG, so websites see you as a visitor from there. That is normal for travel eSIMs, but keep it in mind for banking apps and geo-restricted services.
- Can I share the China eSIM data as a hotspot?
- Yes, Wi-Fi hotspot (tethering) is allowed on every China plan. Shared traffic comes out of the same allowance.
- When does the validity period start?
- The first time the eSIM joins a network at the destination, not at purchase. Install the profile in advance and switch it on when you land.
- How do I pay?
- By Mastercard issued anywhere, a Russian card, or crypto. Visa is accepted from Russian banks only. The QR code arrives by email within a couple of minutes.
Nearby destinations
All countries: Asia →
Thailandfrom €1.00
Turkeyfrom €1.00
Japanfrom €1.00
South Koreafrom €1.00
Indonesiafrom €1.00
Vietnamfrom €1.00
Malaysiafrom €1.00
Singaporefrom €1.00Bundles that include China
Get eSIM in 3 simple steps
Pick a plan
A data bundle or a daily rate — prices and coverage come from the operator catalogue.
Pay
International or Russian card, or crypto. The email with your QR code arrives right after payment.
Switch on abroad
Validity starts with the first connection in your destination country.