China eSIM Data Plans
3 GB / 30 days
$3.90
Why travellers choose AeroSims
QR code by email in seconds
Validity starts on arrival, not at purchase
Connects to local partner networks
Need more? Buy another plan anytime
All plans & prices
| Plan | Validity (days) | Price (USD) | Per GB |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 GB | 30 | $3.90 | $1.30 |
| 5 GB | 30 | $6.90 | $1.38 |
| 10 GB | 30 | $11.90 | $1.19 |
| 20 GB | 30 | $20.90 | $1.05 |
| 50 GB | 30 | $50.90 | $1.02 |
| 50 GB | 180 | $64.90 | $1.30 |
Delivered in secondsNo passport, no SIM swap24/7 support
Network & coverage
Stay connected in China
Your eSIM connects to China Mobile for fast 4G/5G across Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou and beyond.
Popular destinations covered
BeijingShanghaiGuangzhouShenzhenChengduXi'an
China Mobile
Fast 4G/5G on China Mobile across China's cities and main routes.
Nationwide reach
Coverage runs from the Bund to the Great Wall and the high-speed rail between.
Keep your home number
Your usual SIM stays on for calls and texts while data runs on the eSIM.
Choose your data
The plan that fits your trip
Fixed data, one payment — pick the size that matches how you travel.
3 GB
30 daysA short trip — maps, messaging and ride-hailing.
5 GB
30 daysA week away — daily chat, photos and navigation.
MOST POPULAR
10 GB
30 daysTwo weeks of travel — social media, maps and video calls.
20 GB
30 daysHeavy use or a full month — streaming, hotspot and remote work.
50 GB
Long stayLong stays and work trips — stream, tether and share without counting.
Traveller's guide
Staying connected in China
A local Chinese SIM sits behind the Great Firewall — Google, WhatsApp, Instagram, Gmail and Facebook are all blocked. Your AeroSims data routes internationally, so these apps work with NO VPN needed.
Coverage is excellent across the mega-cities and along the high-speed rail network. You will have full signal from Beijing to Shanghai to Chengdu.
Locals live in WeChat and Alipay for everything from taxis to street food — but with your eSIM you also keep Google Maps and WhatsApp, which most local SIMs cannot reach.
What's included
Everything you need in China
Google & WhatsApp — no VPN
Your data breaks out abroad, so Google, WhatsApp and Instagram work past the Great Firewall.
Flexible data plans
From 3 GB to 50 GB — pay only for what you need.
4G/5G network
Connects to our local partner network as soon as you land.
Ready for local apps
Works seamlessly with WeChat, Alipay, DiDi and everything else you use.
Instant delivery
Your QR code arrives by email in seconds — no shipping, no wait.
Need more data?
Buy another package for the same destination — it arrives by email and installs next to the one you have.
Works on arrival
Validity starts on first connection — install ahead with zero waste.
Device support
Works on your phone
Almost every phone from the last few years supports eSIM. Not sure? Dial *#06# — if an EID number appears, you're good to go.
iPhone
iPhone XS, XR and every model since — including all iPhone 11, 12, 13, 14, 15 and 16.
Samsung Galaxy
Galaxy S20 and newer, Z Flip / Z Fold, Note 20, and most A-series from 2021 on.
Google Pixel
Pixel 3 and newer (Pixel 3a and later on all major networks).
Other Android
Most modern flagships from Motorola, OnePlus, Huawei, Oppo and more.
Why eSIM
AeroSims vs a local SIM vs roaming
| AeroSims eSIM | Local SIM | Roaming | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ready before you land | |||
| Passport / ID needed | None | Required | None |
| Setup time | Under 2 min | 30–60 min queue | Auto (costly) |
| Keep your home number | |||
| Buy again from anywhere | ~ | ||
| Typical week of data | Fixed low price | Varies | $50–200+ |
How it works
Connected in 3 simple steps
1
Buy your package
Choose your data size and check out in 60 seconds. QR code emailed instantly.
2
Scan and install
Settings → Cellular → Add eSIM → scan the QR code. Under 2 minutes, done at home.
3
Land in China and connect
Switch on your eSIM and you're online from the first minute — no queue, no roaming.
FAQ
Questions, answered
Will the China eSIM work on my phone?
Yes, as long as your phone supports eSIM and is carrier-unlocked. That covers iPhone XS and newer, Samsung Galaxy S20 and newer, Google Pixel 3 and newer, and most modern Android phones. Dial *#06# to check for an EID number.
How fast is the data in China?
Your eSIM connects to our local partner network at 4G/5G speeds — fast enough for maps, video calls, streaming, social media and mobile hotspot.
Do I need a passport or registration?
No. There's no ID check, no paperwork and no SIM registration. You buy online, receive a QR code by email, and install it yourself in under two minutes.
When does my plan start?
Validity begins the moment your eSIM first connects to a network in China — not at purchase. You can install it days ahead of your trip with zero waste.
Can I add data to an eSIM I already have?
Not on a data package — the amount of data is fixed, so nothing is added to an eSIM that is already running. If you need more, another package for the same destination arrives by email and installs alongside the eSIM you already have. Our unlimited plans work differently: those can be extended by extra days while they are still active.
Can I keep my normal number for calls and texts?
Yes. The eSIM runs alongside your physical SIM, so your home number stays active for calls and bank codes while the eSIM handles data in China.
What happens when my data runs out?
Your connection simply pauses — no surprise bills, ever. To keep going, buy another package for the same destination.
Can I use it as a mobile hotspot?
Tethering is enabled on our plans and we don't add a hotspot limit of our own — shared data counts like your own use. Whether your device and the local network allow it is up to them, so we can't guarantee it.
Do Google, WhatsApp and Instagram work in China with this eSIM?
Yes. Because your AeroSims data breaks out through an international gateway rather than a local Chinese network, Google, Gmail, WhatsApp, Instagram and Facebook work normally — no VPN required.
Need unlimited data?
Skip the data cap — our Unlimited plan gives endless data for a fixed daily price.
Ready to explore China?
Choose your data above and get instant access — delivered to your inbox in seconds.
3–50 GB · 4G/5G · instant delivery
