Does the China eSIM include calls and texts?

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

Which network does the China eSIM use?

The eSIM connects to China Mobile’s 5G network in China.

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 eSIM

Name: China eSIM
Brand: eSimHero
Availability: InStock

Stay connected in China with plans starting from $2.50

Trip length

Data

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How much data do I need?

What's included

NetworksUp to 5G

1 network

China Mobile5G

Connection speed

Fast for almost everything

Hong Kong1,788 km away

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Starts when you connect
The plan begins on your first connection to a supported network, not at purchase.
Instant delivery
Your QR code goes straight to your email.
Top up anytime
Running low? Add more data in a few taps.

China eSIM Data Speed

Speed: Fast for almost everything~18 ms added; 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
Routed via: Hong Kong~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

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	$2.50

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Why a travel eSIM isn't the same product as a local SIM

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.

- China Mobile5G
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.

Does my phone support eSIM?

Check if your device is eSIM-ready before you buy.

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Need broader coverage?

Traveling beyond China? These plans include China plus more.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to the most common questions about eSIMs.

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