eSIM for China from ₪13
Travel eSIM with instant activation
A Simbo eSIM for China is built for travelers who want internet from the first minute. Buy and install from home, activate on arrival, and connect to the local network instantly. From the Great Wall to your next destination, your data stays steady and the price is known in advance.
eSIM plans for China
How long is your trip?
12 plans
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Which plan fits your trip length?
Not sure how much data you need? Use our data calculator — it suggests a volume based on trip length and how you use your phone.
There are currently 12 plans for China: from 1GB up to 50GB, valid 3 to 180 days, starting at ₪13.
China eSIM prices at a glance
| Data | Validity | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1GB | 7 days | ₪13 |
| 3GB | 15 days | ₪22 |
| 5GB | 30 days | ₪24 |
| 3GB | 30 days | ₪24 |
| 1GB per day | 3 days | ₪24 |
| 1GB per day | 5 days | ₪39 |
| 10GB | 30 days | ₪46 |
| 2GB per day | 3 days | ₪46 |
| 1GB per day | 7 days | ₪55 |
| 3GB per day | 3 days | ₪63 |
Internet in China: what to expect on arrival
Plans for China connect through local networks — China Unicom, China Telecom, China Mobile — so your data runs on a domestic carrier, not expensive home-roaming. Cities and tourist areas usually have solid coverage; rural stretches can drop off, and that's normal on every network. Where the infrastructure supports it you'll get 5G; elsewhere the phone falls back to 4G/LTE automatically. Most plans allow hotspot sharing — check the label on the plan card.
What's different about connectivity in Asia
In much of Asia the phone is wallet, map and translator — ride apps, QR payments, messaging. Without data every task gets harder; with a pre-installed eSIM it flows from landing.
How do you install and activate?
Install the eSIM on Wi‑Fi before your flight, and turn on data roaming only after landing. Full iPhone and Android guide — on the How it works page.
Full installation guide · Device compatibility check · eSIM troubleshooting
eSIM vs local SIM and roaming
Compared to roaming from home or a physical SIM at the airport — Simbo eSIM gives transparent ILS pricing, install ahead of time, and support in your language. Full comparison on the compare page.
Practical tips for China
- Google Translate camera mode helps with menus and signs — download the language pack offline.
- Book ferries and domestic flights ahead — prices climb as dates approach.
- Install the eSIM at home on Wi‑Fi — on landing, turn off airplane mode and enable data roaming on the eSIM line.
Traveling beyond China?
If China is just one stop on your route, a regional package covers several countries with a single eSIM — install once, cross borders freely.
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Share your experience on WhatsAppFrequently asked questions
- Does the China plan work outside the cities?
- Yes, on China Unicom, China Telecom, China Mobile across most of the country. Tourist areas are well covered; remote stretches are thinner — expected.
- How much data do I need for China?
- Travelers who navigate and message use about 1GB a day. Two weeks: 10–20GB; heavy camera translation or remote work needs more.
- When should I install the eSIM for China?
- Install your China plan over Wi‑Fi before you fly. Validity usually starts when the eSIM first connects to a network in China. There are currently 12 plans available, from ₪13.
- Do China plans support hotspot?
- Many China packages support hotspot / tethering. Check the plan card labels before checkout — especially if you will share connectivity with family.
- Which networks will I use in China?
- Plans for China run on China Unicom, China Telecom, China Mobile. The exact list appears on each plan card, so you know which network you will connect to before you buy.
- Can I top up after data runs out in China?
- If your China plan supports top-up, you can add data from your order page without installing a new eSIM. Check top-up options in your account after purchase.
- Will the China eSIM work on my phone?
- Your device must support eSIM and be carrier-unlocked. Use the device checker on the homepage before buying a China plan if you are unsure.
- How much data do I need for a trip to China?
- For most travelers, 1–2GB per day covers navigation, WhatsApp and photos. If you upload stories, take video calls or work on the road, plan higher. The data calculator on our site gives an estimate based on your habits.
- Does my home SIM keep working alongside the eSIM?
- Yes. The eSIM sits next to your regular SIM, so your home number and WhatsApp keep working as usual. Just turn off data roaming on your home line so browsing goes through the travel plan instead of expensive roaming.
- What if I have no signal after landing in China?
- First make sure Data Roaming is on for the eSIM line and that it is selected for mobile data. Still nothing? Pick a network manually in settings. And if you get stuck, our support answers on WhatsApp 24/7.
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