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
Ji-woo K.
India · May 2026
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.
Mark
eSIM TopUp Support
· 2 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Ji-woo! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — Mark, eSIM TopUp Support
Giulia W.
France · May 2026
Super easy to set up before I flew out in China mainland. The QR code arrived instantly by email.
Diego
eSIM TopUp Support
· 2 months ago Thanks for sharing, Giulia! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Diego
Max L.
Philippines · May 2026
Exactly what I needed for travelling. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Yuki
eSIM TopUp Support
· 3 months ago Cheers, Max! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. — Yuki, eSIM TopUp Support
Marco C.
Australia · May 2026
Did the job without any drama. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.
Sara
eSIM TopUp Support
· 3 months ago Thank you so much, Marco! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Sara 💜
Thomas B.
France · May 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
Ingrid
eSIM TopUp Support
· 3 months ago Really appreciate this, Thomas! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Ingrid 💜
Noah D.
Poland · May 2026
Great value compared to roaming charges. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Will use eSIM TopUp for my next trip for sure.
Emma
eSIM TopUp Support
· 3 months ago So glad to hear this, Noah! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Come back anytime! – Emma, eSIM TopUp Support
Ethan T.
United Kingdom · May 2026
Connected the moment I landed. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Telling my friends about this.
Laura
eSIM TopUp Support
· 3 months ago Thanks a lot, Ethan! So happy the China mainland eSIM kept you connected. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Laura, eSIM TopUp Support
Noah C.
Poland · May 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Will use eSIM TopUp for my next trip for sure.
Yuki
eSIM TopUp Support
· 3 months ago Thank you so much, Noah! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Enjoy your journeys! – Yuki, eSIM TopUp Support
Max V.
Brazil · May 2026
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Customer support answered my question quickly.
Sara
eSIM TopUp Support
· 3 months ago Thank you so much, Max! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland. – Sara, eSIM TopUp Support
Sarah F.
United Kingdom · Apr 2026
Did the job without any drama. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Would definitely buy again.
David
eSIM TopUp Support
· 3 months ago So glad to hear this, Sarah! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – David 💜
Wei G.
United Kingdom · Apr 2026
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
Diego
eSIM TopUp Support
· 3 months ago Thanks a lot, Wei! So happy the China mainland eSIM kept you connected. — Diego
Camila M.
United States · Apr 2026
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport in China mainland. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Five stars from me.
David
eSIM TopUp Support
· 3 months ago Thanks a lot, Camila! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — David
Ji-woo L.
United States · Apr 2026
Great value compared to roaming charges. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Laura
eSIM TopUp Support
· 3 months ago Thank you so much, Ji-woo! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Laura, eSIM TopUp Support
Max W.
South Korea · Apr 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival in China mainland. Customer support answered my question quickly. Would definitely buy again.
Omar
eSIM TopUp Support
· 3 months ago Thanks for sharing, Max! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland. — Omar, eSIM TopUp Support
Ingrid W.
Philippines · Apr 2026
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. A must-have for international travel.
James
eSIM TopUp Support
· 4 months ago Thanks for sharing, Ingrid! So happy the China mainland eSIM kept you connected. Come back anytime! — James
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. · 4 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?