China eSIMs
China is the one destination where the plan you choose decides which internet you get. A local China Mobile or China Unicom plan sits behind the national firewall, so Google, WhatsApp, Instagram and most western services are unreachable without a VPN you installed before arriving. A roaming eSIM that routes traffic out through Hong Kong or Singapore does not have that problem, and that single distinction matters more than price. Listings here say which route the plan takes, whether it reaches 5G in Shanghai and Shenzhen, and how it handles the mainland payment apps that now expect a working data connection at every counter.
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Carrier-specific eSIM plans for Thailand, South Korea, and Asia with data up to unlimited and 5G support.
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European eSIM provider offering unlimited data plans for 200+ destinations, activated instantly by email.
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Regional and single-country eSIM plans starting at USD 0.52, with pay-as-you-go top-ups and optional call and text services.
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Portable WiFi hotspots and regional eSIM plans with access to 390+ networks globally.
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Global data provider offering eSIM and traditional SIM options across 520 networks, plus inflight and cruise connectivity.
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China Mobile 5G eSIM with regional and global coverage across 200+ destinations.
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No-expiry travel eSIM with data that never expires and is transferable between trips, covering 175+ countries and trusted by over 1 million travelers.
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UK-based eSIM provider selling Vodafone, EE, and O2 travel plans with voice, SMS, and data.
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Direct-partnered eSIMs from Gigago with unlimited 5G in Thailand and 76-country global coverage starting at $2.90.
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Travel eSIM provider with local, regional, and global plans in 200+ countries, plus in-app rewards.
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Global eSIM provider with pay-as-you-go and timed plans across 200+ countries, operated by Getverify LDA.
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Regional and global eSIM plans starting at USD 6, with coverage in 130 countries and 24/7 support.
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Travel eSIMs and SIM cards for 190+ countries, including local phone numbers with calls and SMS.
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Unlimited eSIMs for 150+ destinations with a focus on Asia, starting at USD 0.79, backed by 4.2 Trustpilot rating.
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Tourist eSIMs with unlimited and fixed data for Japan, tested for real-world speeds with 24/7 expert support.
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Malaysian eSIM and physical SIM seller covering Asia and beyond with region-specific plans and local payment in ringgit.
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South Korea eSIM and SIM card provider with airport pickup points and international coverage.
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Unlimited eSIMs starting at USD 1.00 with instant activation across multiple regions and currencies.
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Privacy-focused travel eSIM with crypto-native checkout and instant email delivery, 5G coverage in ten countries.
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Global SIM cards and eSIMs with flexible data plans and 24/7 multilingual support for travelers and digital nomads.
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Pay-per-gigabyte eSIM plans spanning 41+ countries from as low as USD 0.69/GB, targeting cost-conscious travelers.
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Budget-focused eSIM provider with regional and local plans across 140+ countries and 5G support.
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Global eSIM platform with 190+ regions, country-by-country and regional plans, unlimited data options, and 5G availability.
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Travel eSIM for 193 countries with instant activation, plans from $1.32, and 24/7 multilingual support.
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Global travel eSIMs with destination browsing across 150+ countries and currency-aware checkout.
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iRoamly provides travel eSIM plans from 500MB to unlimited data across 150+ destinations with per-country pricing starting at $0.06 per gigabyte.
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eSIM provider with curated plans for 150+ countries including regional bundles for Asia, Europe and Middle East.
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Per-country eSIM data bundles for business travelers across 190+ destinations, tiered 3GB to unlimited with daily throttling.
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Unlimited daily-refresh data plans across Southeast Asia, sold by duration with instant QR delivery.
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Shopify-powered worldwide travel eSIMs with multi-currency checkout and 120+ global plans.
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Global eSIM for 190+ countries with per-destination pricing starting at $3.49 and data that activates only when you land.
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Global travel eSIM store for 190+ countries with regional and single-country plans.
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eSIM plans for 200+ countries with 5G networks, day-by-day billing, and a 4.8/5 customer rating.
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Mexican eSIM marketplace with Mexican carrier eSIMs, travel plans, and multi-currency payment in MXN, USD, EUR and more.
Frequently asked questions
Will I be able to access blocked websites like Google or Instagram with these eSIMs?
It depends on the specific plan you choose. Some listings provide data through local carriers, while others route your traffic to help you bypass mainland internet restrictions.
Can I find an eSIM with unlimited data for my trip to China?
Yes, Holafly offers unlimited-data eSIM plans for mainland China at a flat rate instead of using fixed data allowances.
Are there options that allow me to manage both UK and China data on a single profile?
CMLink offers branded eSIMs that feature dual-region plans for both the UK and mainland China on one profile.
What is the cheapest way to get data if I only need a small amount?
You can find budget options like eSIMplus with plans starting at $2.17. Alternatively, MobiMatter acts as a marketplace where you can compare plans from over 30 different providers to find cheaper deals.
Do these eSIMs include phone numbers for making calls?
The listings on this page primarily focus on prepaid data-only plans. If you need voice services, you should check the specific plan details for each provider.