Ready to buy? Customers who use Taobao can purchase here: Buy China eSIM on Taobao.
A mainland China eSIM is useful for tourists, overseas Chinese, students and business travelers who need mobile data immediately after landing. It can support maps, messaging, email, translation, hotel details, ride-hailing and hotspot use when the selected plan allows it.
Who should choose a China eSIM?
- Visitors staying only in mainland China;
- Business travelers attending exhibitions or supplier meetings;
- Buyers visiting factories in Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Dongguan, Foshan or Yiwu;
- Students and overseas Chinese returning for a short stay;
- Travelers who want to keep their physical SIM installed.
How much data do you need?
5GB: suitable for maps, messages, email and light browsing.
10GB: a practical choice for one week with regular navigation, photos and calls.
20GB: better for hotspot use, product videos, cloud files or longer trips.
Buy from the independent store
International buyers can view the current plans, validity periods and checkout options directly on the independent store.
Before purchasing
- Confirm that your phone supports eSIM;
- Make sure the device is carrier-unlocked;
- Check the plan validity and hotspot rules;
- Install on stable Wi-Fi before departure;
- Enable data roaming for the eSIM after arrival;
- Do not delete the eSIM during a temporary connection delay.
Frequently asked questions
Does it include a Chinese phone number?
Most travel eSIM plans are data-only. Review the product details before buying if calls or SMS are required.
Can I keep my original SIM active?
Many dual-SIM phones allow both lines to remain installed. Calls and verification messages on your original number depend on your home carrier and roaming settings.
Purchase options: buy from the independent store or buy on Taobao.