01How much do China eSIM plans cost?
14 plans from $0.50 up to $42.50. Prices are live from the catalog and every plan page shows the current price, the data amount and the validity.
Packages
China
Runs on 3 local networksup to 5G
China Mobile5GChina Telecom5GChina Unicom5G
Your phone joins whichever partner network has the strongest signal — nothing to pick manually. A few plans use one network only; each plan page lists its exact networks. Data only: calls and texts stay on your home SIM.
If you're running low, you can always top up
The package starts when you connect to a supported network
Data
Choose your package
7 days
100MB
$0.50
500MB
$0.50
1GB
$1.80
15 days
3GB
$4.80
30 days
5GB
$7.40
10GB
$11.70
20GB
$20.50
50GB
$42.50
China eSIM: questions travelers ask
02Which networks does the China eSIM use?
The plans connect to China Mobile, China Telecom, China Unicom, with 4G/LTE in all cities; 5G in major metros (Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, Guangzhou). Coverage spans Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Chengdu, Xi'an, plus Hong Kong and Macao. Each plan page lists its networks and whether they offer 3G, 4G or 5G.
03Anything special about using an eSIM in China?
VoyaSIM's China plans typically route through Hong Kong networks, so Google, WhatsApp, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube usually work WITHOUT a VPN — unlike China-domestic SIMs which are bound by the Great Firewall. Confirm on the individual plan detail page before purchase.
04When does my China plan start?
At the first connection to a network in China, not when you buy or install it. Install at home over Wi‑Fi; the days start counting when you land.
05How do I install the eSIM?
The QR code arrives by email within minutes of payment. iPhone: Settings → Cellular → Add eSIM and scan it. Android: Settings → Network & Internet → SIMs → Add eSIM. It takes about two minutes; the help center has the step-by-step version.
06Do I keep my phone number and WhatsApp?
Yes. The eSIM carries data only and works next to your own SIM, so your number, WhatsApp, iMessage and banking apps keep working. Switch data roaming off on your home SIM so it never bills you abroad.
07What happens when the data runs out?
Add more data from My eSIMs in a minute, or switch on auto top-up after checkout and the same plan is added by itself at 90% used. Daily plans get cheaper per day the more days you buy at once.
08Can I get a refund?
Yes, in full, as long as the eSIM was never activated. A technical problem that stops activation is refunded too; write to support with your order number.