China mainland eSIM — reviews & details
China 5GB 30Days (nonhkip) · 5 GB · 30 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- China mainland China Unicom 5G China Telecom 4G
Traveller reviews
Lucas C.
Sweden · Mar 2025
Saved me a fortune on my holiday in China mainland. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Will use eSIM TopUp for my next trip for sure.
Laura
eSIM TopUp Support
· 1 year ago Thanks a lot, Lucas! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Come back anytime! — Laura, eSIM TopUp Support
Aisha K.
Egypt · Mar 2025
Connected the moment I landed. The QR code arrived instantly by email.
Mark
eSIM TopUp Support
· 1 year ago Thanks a lot, Aisha! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Mark, eSIM TopUp Support
Thomas K.
Australia · Mar 2025
Did the job without any drama. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Grace
eSIM TopUp Support
· 1 year ago Thanks a lot, Thomas! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — Grace
Sven P.
Thailand · Mar 2025
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Made staying connected effortless.
Grace
eSIM TopUp Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for the kind words, Sven! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Grace, eSIM TopUp Support
Sophia B.
Turkey · Mar 2025
Great value compared to roaming charges. Coverage was strong even outside the city.
Omar
eSIM TopUp Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for the kind words, Sophia! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Omar 💜
Ravi G.
India · Mar 2025
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Five stars from me.
Laura
eSIM TopUp Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for sharing, Ravi! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Come back anytime! — Laura, eSIM TopUp Support
Kenji S.
UAE · Mar 2025
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Grace
eSIM TopUp Support
· 1 year ago So glad to hear this, Kenji! So happy the China mainland eSIM kept you connected. We're here whenever you travel again. – Grace, eSIM TopUp Support
Emma N.
Philippines · Mar 2025
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Great experience overall.
Priya
eSIM TopUp Support
· 1 year ago Really appreciate this, Emma! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland. Come back anytime! — Priya
Ryan B.
Brazil · Mar 2025
Connected the moment I landed. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Will use eSIM TopUp for my next trip for sure.
James
eSIM TopUp Support
· 1 year ago Thank you so much, Ryan! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Enjoy your journeys! – James 💜
Marco T.
Germany · Mar 2025
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport in China mainland. Customer support answered my question quickly. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Omar
eSIM TopUp Support
· 1 year ago Really appreciate this, Marco! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland. — Omar, eSIM TopUp Support
Ava R.
Canada · Mar 2025
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Would definitely buy again.
Anna
eSIM TopUp Support
· 1 year ago Cheers, Ava! So happy the China mainland eSIM kept you connected. We're here whenever you travel again. — Anna
Chloe G.
UAE · Feb 2025
Exactly what I needed for travelling in China mainland. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.
Omar
eSIM TopUp Support
· 1 year ago Thanks a lot, Chloe! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Omar, eSIM TopUp Support
Sarah M.
Japan · Feb 2025
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process in China mainland. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.
Emma
eSIM TopUp Support
· 1 year ago Really appreciate this, Sarah! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — Emma
Min-jun N.
Saudi Arabia · Feb 2025
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Telling my friends about this.
Anna
eSIM TopUp Support
· 1 year ago Thank you so much, Min-jun! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Anna, eSIM TopUp Support
Liam V.
Switzerland · Feb 2025
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Zero regrets.
David
eSIM TopUp Support
· 1 year ago So glad to hear this, Liam! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – David, eSIM TopUp Support
Frequently asked questions
How much does the China mainland eSIM cost?
The China 5GB 30Days (nonhkip) plan costs $5.28 for 5 GB over 30 days, paid once with no hidden fees.
How do I activate my China mainland eSIM?
Scan the QR code in your phone settings (Cellular/Mobile → Add eSIM) or tap Install in the eSIM TopUp app. Install on Wi-Fi before your trip; it activates when you arrive in China mainland.
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 China mainland.
Comments & questions
Sofia H. · 3 weeks ago
Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.
Andre W. · 3 months ago
Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?
Fatima G. · 3 months ago
How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?
Pablo S. · 5 months ago
Can I use it in nearby countries too?
Yuki H. · 9 months ago
Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?
Priya G. · 9 months ago
Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?
Hugo V. · 10 months ago
Is 5G supported or just 4G?
Carlos W. · 11 months ago
Does this work on an iPhone 13?
Olivia K. · 11 months ago
Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.
Camila D. · 11 months ago
Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?
Ethan H. · 1 year ago
Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?
Mei B. · 1 year ago
Which networks does this connect to?