eSIM China: Prepaid Data Plans
China eSIM plans start at $3.99 for 2 GB (15 days). 75 plans from 7 vetted providers on China Unicom, China Telecom, and China Mobile, hotspot on every plan. Buy online, install and top up in one MobiMatter app. Prices updated ·
China eSIM at a glance
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Greater China and Taiwan Premium 30 GB
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30 days
30 GB
$23.99
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Greater China and Taiwan Premium 20 GB
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30 days
20 GB
$17.49
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Greater China and Taiwan Premium 10 GB
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30 days
10 GB
$9.99
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Networks used by China eSIMs
Each plan connects to the networks listed on its page, so you choose your carrier before you buy. Coverage varies by area: a listed network does not guarantee signal everywhere.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use Google, WhatsApp and Instagram in China with an eSIM?
It depends on how the plan routes your data. Google, WhatsApp, Instagram and many other services are blocked on mainland China's internet. Many travel eSIMs route data through a network outside the mainland, such as Hong Kong, so these apps usually work without a VPN; plans that use a local Chinese connection don't. Check the plan details before you buy, as rules and routing can change.
Reviewed Oct 6, 2026 · Source
Why don't phones sold in mainland China support eSIM?
Chinese carriers didn't offer eSIM for phones until late 2025, so most iPhones sold in mainland China have two physical SIM slots and no eSIM. China Mobile, China Unicom and China Telecom began eSIM trials in October 2025, and a few recent models sold there now support it. A travel eSIM works in China on any unlocked eSIM phone bought elsewhere.
Reviewed Oct 6, 2026 · Source
Does a China eSIM work in Hong Kong and Macau?
Only if the plan lists them. Hong Kong and Macau have their own mobile networks, separate from mainland China. Many China plans include both and some China-only plans don't; the country list on the plan page shows which.
Reviewed Oct 6, 2026 · Source
What is the cheapest eSIM for China?
The cheapest China eSIM on MobiMatter costs $3.99 for 2 GB, valid for 15 days. Prices come live from 7 vetted providers and change often; the price on this page is the current one.
Is it worth getting an eSIM for China?
For most tourists and business travellers, yes, if your phone supports eSIM. China plans start at $3.99 for 2 GB, and you install the eSIM before you fly, so you have data when you land, without queuing for a tourist SIM at the airport. If your home plan already covers China at no extra cost, you may not need one.
Which networks do China eSIMs use?
China eSIMs on MobiMatter run on China Unicom, China Telecom, and China Mobile. Every plan names its network, so you can choose the carrier you prefer before you buy.
Which eSIM is best for China?
Our best plan for China right now is 30 GB for 30 days at $19.99 from TSimTech. We rank plans on quality and value for money, and this one comes first in the list. If price per GB is all that matters, the lowest right now is $0.60 per GB, with 50 GB for 30 days.
How much data do I need for a week in China?
It depends on how you use your phone. Light use (maps, messaging, browsing) takes about 0.5–1 GB a day; scrolling a lot of social video can take 2–3 GB or more. Typical use per hour:
- Instagram Reels, TikTok: 0.3–1 GB
- YouTube, Netflix at standard quality: 0.5–1 GB
- Video calls (WhatsApp, FaceTime): 0.5–1 GB
- Voice calls (WhatsApp, FaceTime Audio): 50–70 MB
- Maps and navigation: 2–6 MB
- Messaging and browsing: 50–150 MB
The cheapest China plan with at least 5 GB for a week or longer is 5 GB for 15 days at $5.99.
Is there an unlimited data eSIM for China?
Yes. Unlimited data plans for China start at $9.99. Many unlimited plans slow down after a daily high-speed allowance, so check the fair-use terms on the plan page before you buy.
Do China eSIMs support 5G and hotspot?
5G is available on 43 plans for China, where the local network has 5G coverage; the others use 4G/LTE. Hotspot (tethering) works on every plan, so you can share your data with other devices.
How it works
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Checkout using secure payment methods
Get your eSIM by email within seconds.
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Install eSIM
Instantly get your eSIM and configure it in your eSIM compatible device
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Enjoy high speed connectivity
Once eSIM is configured, you can enjoy high speed roaming data connectivity
Why get your China eSIM from MobiMatter
All your eSIMs in one app
Buy, install and top up every eSIM in the MobiMatter app, and check how much data you have left at any time.
Choose your network
MobiMatter shows which network each plan uses, so you choose your carrier before you buy. Pick from 75 plans from 7 vetted providers with the data and price that fit your trip.
24/7 support
Our support team is available 24/7, before and after you buy, for every eSIM you get from MobiMatter.
What our customers say
5.0
For our trip to China, South Korea, and Japan, my wife and I bought two 12GB data packages and used them without any problems. Their prices are much more reasonable compared to competitors; I definitely recommend them.
AAbdullah Gokhan Demir
Play Store5.0
I bought the eSIM for a holiday in Tibet. Everything was great; with the integrated VPN I was able to access all the sites that are normally blocked in China (Google, WhatsApp, etc.).
PPeter Paulus
Play Store5.0
Good comparison, also packages for different countries
GGaolio
Play Store5.0
I needed an eSIM for EU and non-EU counties for the same trip. They had one package at a great price that worked great in all location. The app was great as I was able to check my data balance, in real time, quickly and easily during my trip. Would definitely use MobiMatters again. Downloading the eSIM was quick and easy too. In addition, when I reached out to Customer Support on a minor account issue, they were very responsive and addressed my issue quickly and effectively.
CCcjr39
App Store5.0
Great app, low prices in the US, Morocco, Thailand, UK, and Switzerland, great coverage! I recommend it.
SSylwia J
Play Store5.0
I used MobiMatter with a Sparks plan for Albania and Montenegro, and everything worked perfectly for me. I had excellent reception almost the entire time, and mostly even 5G. I can definitely recommend this offer for these two countries!
RRaven
Play Store5.0
"Before every trip, my internet solution is definitely Mobimatter. It has never let me down. I once found myself without internet in the middle of a trip with another brand. Now, I don't take any chances; I stick to what I know."
Translated from Turkish
DDaphne1962
App Store5.0
Great service! Very quick response and reliable solution!
PPianoTania
App Store5.0
Good connection in multiple countries I've visited. Helpful support team responding to problems and solving them in just a few minutes. Best ratio of price to size of data packages I've managed to find online
MMateusz Martenka
Play Store5.0
Worked flawlessly through out the Europe and price was pretty reasonable
NNomad Traveller1857
App Store5.0
"I visited 6 Balkan countries and didn't have any problems, I highly recommend it, thank you 🤍"
Translated from Turkish
BBettyyy29
App Store5.0
Solved in a few minutes. It’s a really trustworthy app
PPedro Maldini
App Store
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