China
China eSIM
Stay online in China with a prepaid data eSIM: 25 plans from 1GB to 50GB, valid for up to 180 days, from $1.81.
- Starting price
- $1.81
- Plans
- 25
- Networks
- China Mobile, China Unicom, China Telecom
- Data only
- No phone number; WhatsApp and FaceTime work over data
China eSIM plans and prices
Plans for your whole trip
Use the data whenever you like within the validity period. A plan ends when its days run out or its data is used up, whichever comes first.
| Data | Valid for | Per GB | Price | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1GB | 7 days | $1.81 | $1.81 | Buy |
| 3GB | 15 days | $1.13 | $3.40 | Buy |
| 3GB | 15 days | $1.44 | $4.33 | Buy |
| 3GB | 30 days | $1.16 | $3.49 | Buy |
| 3GB | 30 days | $1.58 | $4.73 | Buy |
| 5GB | 30 days | $1.06 | $5.30 | Buy |
| 5GB | 30 days | $1.26 | $6.30 | Buy |
| 10GB | 30 days | $1.05 | $10.47 | Buy |
| 10GB | 30 days | $1.21 | $12.14 | Buy |
| 20GB | 30 days | $0.92 | $18.35 | Buy |
| 20GB | 30 days | $1.24 | $24.72 | Buy |
| 50GB | 30 days | $0.90 | $44.75 | Buy |
| 50GB | 30 days | $1.02 | $51.19 | Buy |
| 50GB | 180 days | $1.15 | $57.28 | Buy |
Day passes
A one-day plan with a daily allowance, for a short stop or a day when you need more data.
| Data | Valid for | Per GB | Price | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2GB/day | 1 day | $1.08 | $2.15 | Buy |
| 2GB/dayFUP 1 Mbps | 1 day | $1.43 | $2.86 | Buy |
| 2GB/dayFUP 1 Mbps | 1 day | $1.56 | $3.11 | Buy |
| 2GB/day | 1 day | $1.58 | $3.15 | Buy |
| 3GB/day | 1 day | $1.42 | $4.26 | Buy |
| 3GB/dayFUP 1 Mbps | 1 day | $1.44 | $4.31 | Buy |
| 3GB/dayFUP 1 Mbps | 1 day | $1.77 | $5.32 | Buy |
| 5GB/day | 1 day | $0.86 | $4.30 | Buy |
| 5GB/day | 1 day | $1.26 | $6.30 | Buy |
| 10GB/day | 1 day | $0.87 | $8.66 | Buy |
| 10GB/day | 1 day | $0.90 | $8.95 | Buy |
- Not via Hong Kong (nonhkip)
- Your traffic does not exit through Hong Kong, so you avoid Hong Kong's geo-restrictions, which can block apps such as TikTok and Facebook.
Not via Hong Kong (nonhkip)
Your traffic does not exit through Hong Kong, so you avoid Hong Kong's geo-restrictions, which can block apps such as TikTok and Facebook.
Plans marked FUP keep working at reduced speed (up to the speed shown) once their high-speed data is used.
How our China prices compare
Plans with the same amount of data at four eSIM providers; the number of days can differ. Prices were checked on September 27, 2026 and change often, so check a provider’s own site before buying there.
| Provider | Price |
|---|---|
| Computatus eSIM Our price | $3.40 Lowest price |
| Nomad | $9.00 |
| Airalo | $10.50 |
| Saily | $10.99 |
| Provider | Price |
|---|---|
| Computatus eSIM Our price | $18.35 Lowest price |
| Nomad | $25.00 |
| Saily | $39.99 |
| Airalo | $40.00 |
Which networks does the China eSIM use?
Plans for China connect to China Mobile, China Unicom, and China Telecom. 5G is available on China Mobile and China Unicom where the network offers it; elsewhere the plans use 4G/LTE. Speed depends on local coverage and network conditions.
- China Mobile 5G
- China Unicom 5G
- China Telecom 4G
Travelling through more than one country?
These regional plans also cover China, so one eSIM works for the whole trip.
- China (mainland & HK) Covers 2 countries · from $5.28
- China mainland & Japan & South Korea Covers 3 countries · from $2.15
- China (mainland HK Macao) Covers 3 countries · from $2.69
- Asia (12 areas) Covers 12 countries · from $3.40
- Asia (20 areas) Covers 20 countries · from $2.86
- Asia-20 Covers 20 countries · from $6.44
- Global (120+ areas) Covers 118 countries · from $7.97
- Global139 Covers 128 countries · from $13.60
How to set up your China eSIM
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Choose a plan and pay
Pick the plan that fits your trip and pay with Stripe. Your card details go straight to Stripe and are never stored by us.
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Install the eSIM from your phone
Open the activation link on your phone and the iPhone or Android installer starts by itself. Scanning the QR code works too, and we can email it to you.
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Switch it on in China
When you arrive, turn on the eSIM line and data roaming for it, and choose it for mobile data.
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Keep an eye on your data
My eSIMs shows how much data is left at any time.
China eSIM: questions and answers
How much does an eSIM for China cost?
Plans for China start at $1.81 for 1GB · 7 days. There are 25 plans in total, up to 50GB · 180 days for $57.28.
Which mobile networks will I use in China?
Plans for China connect to China Mobile, China Unicom, and China Telecom. 5G is available on China Mobile and China Unicom where the network offers it; elsewhere the plans use 4G/LTE. Speed depends on local coverage and network conditions.
Does the China eSIM include a phone number?
No. It is a data-only eSIM, so it has no phone number for calls or SMS. Your own number stays on your usual SIM, and apps such as WhatsApp and FaceTime work over the eSIM's data.
Can I keep my own SIM in my phone?
Yes. Most eSIM phones support dual SIM, so your usual SIM and the eSIM work side by side and you choose which one is used for data.
How long does a China eSIM plan last?
Each plan lasts for its validity period, up to 180 days for China, or until its data is used up, whichever comes first.
What if I run out of data?
Buy another plan from this page and install it the same way as the first. My eSIMs lists all your eSIMs and the data each one has left.
When should I install the eSIM?
Install it before you leave, while you are on Wi-Fi, and switch the line on when you arrive in China. The first connection to a network can take a few minutes.
Standard or (nonhkip): which to choose?
Your internet traffic exits through Hong Kong. Usually the lower price, but Hong Kong's geo-restrictions may block apps such as TikTok and Facebook. Short for “Non Hong Kong IP”: your traffic exits through a country other than Hong Kong, so those restrictions are avoided. They usually cost more, so choose one if apps like TikTok or Facebook matter on your trip.