eSIM for China
Get an eSIM for China and enjoy affordable and reliable internet access on your trip.
Get an eSIM data plan for China
30 days
eSIM for China
All plans have a 180-day activation period. If you get a plan today and don't activate it until , it will be activated automatically.
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Affordable data plans, starting from US$4.49 for fixed plans and US$22.99 for unlimited data.
Reliable connection from China Telecom and China Unicom.
Works with all eSIM-compatible smartphones.
Whether you’re trekking the Great Wall or shopping in Shanghai, ditch the high data roaming fees and stay connected with a prepaid eSIM for China!
Browse confidently with Saily’s security features that reduce ads, block malicious sites, and help you save data.
Choose the best China eSIM data plan for your trip, with fixed-data options ranging from 1 GB to Unlimited GB or unlimited data.
Eager to travel more? Try one of Saily’s regional data packages like an eSIM for Asia and Oceania or hop across continents with a Global eSIM!
Device compatibility: Works with all eSIM-compatible devices.
Plan activation: Automatic, when you arrive in the country (as long as you’ve turned on your Saily eSIM in the device’s settings and enabled roaming).
Delivery time: Instant. If you’ve purchased your mobile data plan through the website, you will instantly get a QR code via email for easy setup. If you’ve purchased a Saily eSIM plan through the app, you’ll see it on your profile right away.
Plan duration: Either 5, 7, 10, 15, 20, 25, or 30 days.
Data plans: From 1 GB to Unlimited GB.
SMS: Yes, SMS are available with a Saily phone number and text message plan for China.
Calls: Yes, Saily offers an eSIM with a phone number, so calls are available with a minutes plan for China. Keep in mind that call minutes cover both incoming and outgoing calls. If you only need a data plan, you can call through apps (VoIP), such as WhatsApp, FaceTime, and Facebook Messenger.
Speed: Available speeds include 5G where the local network supports it and 4G/LTE everywhere else across mainland China. You may get 3G in some remote areas.
Hotspot: Enjoy limitless mobile hotspot sharing with friends and family.
Coverage: Stay connected with reliable internet in major cities across China, including Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Chengdu, Hangzhou, and Xi'an. Please note that coverage in regions such as Tibet and Xinjiang may be slower or less consistent, depending on your local network provider.
Network: Stable and reliable connection from China Telecom and China Unicom — the best local network providers in China.
Top-ups: Easily add more GBs in the Saily app when you’re running low — your new data plan will automatically activate once your first plan completely runs out. Choose the auto top-up option for even more seamless connectivity.
Security: Enjoy safer browsing with built-in security features like ad blocker and web protection against malicious sites and trackers, which also reduce your data usage.
How to get an eSIM for China
You can easily purchase a prepaid eSIM for China from this webpage by following the instructions below or get it directly in the Saily eSIM app.
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Choose a data plan for your trip
Select your destination and buy your travel eSIM data plan. Then, download the Saily app.
2
Set up your eSIM and enable data roaming
Set up the eSIM from your device by following instructions in the app and enable data roaming for your Saily plan.
3
Enjoy your data
Get ready for takeoff — your data plan will activate automatically when you arrive in China!
China
Remaining data
3 / 3 GB
Expires in
29 days, 7 hours
Why you should choose the Saily eSIM app for China
Saily’s eSIM data plans include many benefits:
Get an eSIM for China with regional plans
Visiting countries other than China? You may want to get an eSIM that works in multiple countries, including China.
More reasons to choose Saily vs. other eSIM apps
Put things in perspective — see how Saily compares with other popular eSIM providers and make the best choice for your travels.
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MOBILE DATA PLANS 1 GB plan | US$4.49 7 days | US$4.00 3 days | Not offered | US$4.00 7 days | |
5 GB plan | US$15.99 30 days | US$15.50 30 days | Not offered | Not offered | |
Unlimited GB | US$72.99 30 days | US$69.00 30 days | US$73.90 30 days | US$78.00 30 days | |
FEATURES One eSIM for supported destinations | Yes | No | No | Yes | |
Phone number (SMS and calls) | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | |
24/7 live support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
Security features | 115+ virtual locations | No | No | No | |
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*The data about features was taken from competitors’ official English-language sites (as of July 29, 2026) and the West Coast Labs product comparison report. The data about mobile data plans prices was collected between July 3 and 7, 2026. For additional info, contact [email protected].
** Saily® is unaffiliated with the goods or services to which it is being compared.
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Why travelers choose the Saily eSIM app
Saily is an affordable, easy-to-use, and sustainable eSIM service that gives reliable mobile and internet connections from anywhere in the world. That’s why we recommend Saily as our eSIM partner.
Easy, cheap and fast. Easy step to step setup and troubleshooting, super fast speed (around 100 mbps). Cheap, great coverage and helpful chat/assistance. Keep up the good work.
5
I can set it up at home right now, activate it when I’m ready (it takes literally just a couple of minutes, I’ve tried it myself), and boom! I have internet on my phone when traveling, as it should be… So I recommend checking out Saily next time you’re traveling — it’s a must!
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Awesome — used Saily across 3 countries already (UK, Netherlands and Belgium). Took me like 1min to buy esim and activate it. My internet was way better than my friends' who remained connected to their local providers and used roaming plans instead.
5
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Saily is an affordable, easy-to-use, and sustainable eSIM service that gives reliable mobile and internet connections from anywhere in the world. That’s why we recommend Saily as our eSIM partner.
Easy, cheap and fast. Easy step to step setup and troubleshooting, super fast speed (around 100 mbps). Cheap, great coverage and helpful chat/assistance. Keep up the good work.
5
I can set it up at home right now, activate it when I’m ready (it takes literally just a couple of minutes, I’ve tried it myself), and boom! I have internet on my phone when traveling, as it should be… So I recommend checking out Saily next time you’re traveling — it’s a must!
There’s so much you can’t do abroad without a proper internet connection. Saily takes care of everything. It’s simple to buy and easy to install. I love it.
Awesome — used Saily across 3 countries already (UK, Netherlands and Belgium). Took me like 1min to buy esim and activate it. My internet was way better than my friends' who remained connected to their local providers and used roaming plans instead.
5
With comprehensive coverage and affordable prices, Saily is the best eSIM for Europe. Activating Saily is straightforward. Download the app, choose your plan, and surf the internet. You can contact the Saily customer support team via live chat or email if you encounter any issues.
As a product backed by the reputable NordVPN brand, Saily benefits from the company's focus on security and privacy. Users praise its easy installation process, affordable pricing, and reliable coverage across the world.
Easy, cheap and fast. Easy step to step setup and troubleshooting, super fast speed (around 100 mbps). Cheap, great coverage and helpful chat/assistance. Keep up the good work.
5
I can set it up at home right now, activate it when I’m ready (it takes literally just a couple of minutes, I’ve tried it myself), and boom! I have internet on my phone when traveling, as it should be… So I recommend checking out Saily next time you’re traveling — it’s a must!
Saily is an affordable, easy-to-use, and sustainable eSIM service that gives reliable mobile and internet connections from anywhere in the world. That’s why we recommend Saily as our eSIM partner.
There’s so much you can’t do abroad without a proper internet connection. Saily takes care of everything. It’s simple to buy and easy to install. I love it.
Awesome — used Saily across 3 countries already (UK, Netherlands and Belgium). Took me like 1min to buy esim and activate it. My internet was way better than my friends' who remained connected to their local providers and used roaming plans instead.
5
With comprehensive coverage and affordable prices, Saily is the best eSIM for Europe. Activating Saily is straightforward. Download the app, choose your plan, and surf the internet. You can contact the Saily customer support team via live chat or email if you encounter any issues.
As a product backed by the reputable NordVPN brand, Saily benefits from the company's focus on security and privacy. Users praise its easy installation process, affordable pricing, and reliable coverage across the world.
Download the Saily eSIM app
You can get Saily on Google Play and the App Store or by scanning the QR code.
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Frequently asked questions about travel eSIMs for China
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In the Saily app, tap the “Add data” button next to “Data plans,” and search for “China.”
- 2.
Choose an amount of data you’d like to top up on and proceed to checkout.
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Done! The new plan will automatically activate once your first plan completely runs out.
The “Ad blocker” feature helps you browse without getting ads, which in turn uses less of your data.
The “Web protection” feature blocks malicious sites and limits online trackers.
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Check if your device is eSIM compatible.
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Ensure you’ve scanned your QR code only once. Your Saily QR code can only be scanned once and cannot be scanned on multiple devices.
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Make sure your Saily eSIM is turned on.
For iOS: Go to “Settings,” then “Mobile service.” Here, you’ll see a list of your SIMs — tap on your Saily eSIM and make sure you toggle the switch beside “Turn on this line.”
For Android: Go to “Settings,” then “Connections.” In the “Connections” menu, select “SIM manager.” Find your Saily eSIM and toggle the switch to “On.”
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Check if roaming is enabled.
For iOS: Go to “Settings,” then “Mobile service.” Tap on your Saily eSIM and toggle the switch beside “Data roaming” to “On”.
For Android: Go to “Settings,” then “Connections.” Select “Mobile networks” and toggle the switch beside “Data roaming” to “On”.
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Make sure you have a stable internet connection while installing your eSIM.
Refer a friend, get free Saily credits!
Invite your friends to use the Saily eSIM app and get US$5.00 in Saily credits for every successful referral.