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China eSIM

Use your phone in China like at home.

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Good for maps, messaging and travel apps.

Total £7.99
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eSIM details

Network China Unicom
Hotspot Allowed
Activation QR code scan
Compatibility

Check your phone in seconds

Most modern phones support eSIM. Check before checkout to avoid surprises.

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iPhone support
XS, XR and newer models usually support eSIM.
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Open Settings

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General → About

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Find EID

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eSIM supported

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Android support
Pixel, Samsung S/Z series and newer flagships usually support eSIM.
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Open Settings

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SIM settings

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Find Add eSIM

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Available = supported

Carrier-locked or region-specific models may not support eSIM.
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14-day refund review for unused eSIMs

If your eSIM cannot connect to a supported local network and has not been heavily used, contact support within 14 days of purchase and we’ll review the issue.

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China travel eSIM

Prepaid mobile data for China airport arrivals, hotel addresses and city transport.

Best for travellers visiting China who want data for maps, translation apps, hotel messages, metro routes and city-to-city travel without daily roaming surprises.

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Core benefits

Keep mobile data ready for maps, translation apps, hotel addresses, airport transfers, metro routes and booking messages around China.

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Best for

Beijing arrivals, Shanghai city days, Guangzhou business trips, Shenzhen meetings, high-speed rail routes and multi-city China travel.

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Compared with roaming

Use prepaid data upfront instead of daily UK roaming add-ons or searching for a local SIM after landing in China.

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Popular China routes

Useful for Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Chengdu, Xi'an, airport transfers and high-speed rail travel days.

Coverage and app behaviour may vary by location, network conditions, indoor venues, transport hubs and local platform access rules.

China eSIM with prepaid data for UK travellers

China eSIM with prepaid mobile data for UK travellers. Use data across Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Chengdu and other Chinese destinations with instant QR delivery, hotspot support and clear upfront pricing.

Install your eSIM before departure and connect when you arrive in China. It is useful for maps, taxis, hotel messages, translation apps, travel bookings and staying online without relying on airport Wi-Fi or expensive roaming add-ons.

Choose the data amount and validity period that fits your China trip, then keep your regular SIM active for calls, texts and banking codes. This makes it easier to stay connected while travelling through Chinese cities, airports, train stations and business districts.
Travel resources

Travelling to China?

Read our China eSIM guide and travel tips before you fly. Learn about setup, compatibility, mobile data, airport arrival and everyday travel apps.

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Why choose us?

A clear side-by-side comparison to show how our travel eSIM experience differs from a local SIM or a basic limited-data eSIM.

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People also ask

Questions travellers ask before buying a China eSIM

Clear answers about using a China eSIM for roaming, maps, messages, airport arrivals, phone compatibility and travel data.

Do I need an eSIM for China?

A China eSIM is useful if you want mobile data as soon as you arrive, without relying on airport Wi-Fi, hotel Wi-Fi or expensive roaming from your home network. It is especially helpful for maps, transport apps, hotel messages and travel bookings.

Is a China eSIM better than roaming?

For many travellers, yes. A China eSIM gives you a clear prepaid data allowance and price before you travel, while roaming can involve daily charges, add-ons or unexpected pay-as-you-go data costs depending on your home mobile provider.

Can I keep my normal SIM and phone number while using this China eSIM?

Yes. In most phones, your travel eSIM can be used for mobile data while your normal SIM stays active for calls, texts or banking messages. You do not usually need to remove your physical SIM card.

Should I install my China eSIM before I travel?

Yes, it is usually better to install your eSIM before departure while you still have stable Wi-Fi. In most cases, you should only activate or start using the plan when you arrive in China, so the validity period is used during your trip.

What can I use a China eSIM for when travelling?

You can use mobile data for maps, messaging, hotel check-ins, transport apps, translation, email, travel bookings, ride apps and everyday browsing. Coverage and speed depend on the local mobile network and the area you are visiting.

Will my phone work with a China eSIM?

Your phone must support eSIM and be network-unlocked. Many recent iPhone, Samsung Galaxy, Google Pixel and flagship Android models support eSIM. Check your phone settings for “Add eSIM” or “Add mobile plan” before buying.

Does this China eSIM include calls and SMS?

Most travel eSIM plans are data-only. You can still use internet-based services such as WhatsApp, iMessage, FaceTime, Messenger, maps, email and translation apps while connected to mobile data in China.

What happens if I use all my China eSIM data?

If you use all your data, you can buy another eSIM plan when needed. There is no physical SIM swap, so adding more travel data is usually easier than finding a local SIM card during your trip.