Does the China eSIM include calls and texts?

No. It is a data-only eSIM and does not include traditional calls or texts.

Can I top up the China eSIM?

Yes. Top-ups are supported if you need more data during your trip.

How much data do I need for China?

Available fixed allowances range from 0.1GB to 50GB, alongside unlimited plans. Choose a smaller option for occasional browsing, or more data for regular navigation, video and sharing.

China: is an eSIM better than a local SIM?

For most travellers, yes. A local SIM in China means finding a shop once you have landed, usually with ID in hand, and it leaves you on a single carrier. An eSimHero eSIM installs before you travel, works the moment you arrive, connects across the networks we carry there, and leaves your usual number active on the same phone.

China Local eSIMs

Name: China eSIM
Brand: eSimHero
Availability: InStock

Stay connected in China with plans starting from $1.50

If you're running low, you can always top up

The package starts when you connect to a supported network

Delivered instantly via QR code to your email

Networks

China Mobile5G

Internet Breakout

Hong Kong

Choose your package

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7 days

100 MB

$1.50

500 MB

$1.75

1 GB

$2.00

15 days

3 GB

$3.50

30 days

3 GB

$3.50

5 GB

$5.00

10 GB

$9.50

20 GB

$16.00

50 GB

$38.00

180 days

50 GB

$48.50

China eSIM Data Speed

Your data breaks out in Hong Kong, around 1,788 km from China, adding roughly 18 ms of travel time. Browsing, streaming, maps and video calls are unaffected — only fast-paced online gaming is likely to notice.

Networks: China Mobile5G
Breaks out in: Hong Kong
Added latency: ~18 ms; ~1,788 km

Works well with

Estimated from the distance between China and the breakout country. Real-world latency also depends on the mobile network you connect to. Why this matters

About eSIMs in China

Choose a China eSIM with a duration and data allowance suited to your trip. Plans are available for stays from 1 day to 180 days, with both fixed-data and unlimited options.

Coverage & networks

The eSIM connects to China Mobile’s 5G network in China. It is a data-only plan, so traditional calls and texts are not included.

How much data you need

You can choose fixed data allowances of 0.1GB, 0.5GB, 1GB, 3GB, 5GB, 10GB, 20GB or 50GB, or select an unlimited plan. Light users may prefer a smaller allowance, while video, navigation and frequent sharing can use more data. Top-ups are supported if you need additional data during your trip.

Setting it up

Select the plan length and data option that match your itinerary, then follow the activation instructions provided with your eSIM. Available durations include 1, 3, 5, 7, 14, 15, 30, 31 and 180 days.

Need broader coverage?

Traveling beyond China? These plans include China plus more.

China & Hong Kong & Macao

Regional eSIM · 3 countries

from

$3.00

China mainland & Japan & South Korea

Regional eSIM · 3 countries

from

$4.00

Asia 20

Regional eSIM · 20 countries

from

$6.00

Asia 20

Regional eSIM · 20 countries

from

$6.00

Asia 12

Regional eSIM · 12 countries

from

$6.00

Global

Regional eSIM · 118 countries

from

$7.50

Global Plus

Regional eSIM · 123 countries

from

$12.00

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China Travel eSIM vs Local SIM

One network from a shop counter, or every network before you fly.

How an eSimHero travel eSIM compares with a local SIM card in China
	Local SIM	eSimHero eSIM
Networks	One only	1 networks
Speed	That one carrier's	5G
Ready	After you land	Before you fly
ID needed	Often	Never
Your number	Has to come out	Stays active
Top-ups	Find a shop	Online, seconds
Price	Unknown until you land	$1.50