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eSIM China
Instant delivery in 1 minute
Save up to 90% on roaming
High-speed 4G/5G connection5G
Keep your WhatsApp and number
Choose your plan
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Unlimited data with a fair-use policy (FUP): full speed up to a daily allowance, then the pace slows for the rest of the day. No cut-offs, no extra charges.
Coverage in China- Works on your phone (500+ compatible models)
- Real 4G/5G coverage and speed in China
- Activates on arrival, not when you buy
- Keep your number, WhatsApp and iMessage
- Guaranteed refund if it does not work
NetworkTop local carrier
Speed4G / 5G
HotspotYes
ServiceData only
ActivationOn first data use
CompatibilityiPhone XS+, Samsung S20+, Pixel 3+ (500+ models)
InstallationQR code by email
FormatDigital eSIM (no physical SIM)
EIDDial *#06# to check it
UsageData only (your number still works for calls)
eSIM China gives you internet in China without roaming from the moment you land. Arrive in Beijing or Shanghai and connect in seconds by scanning the QR that reaches your email in about 1 minute, without changing your physical SIM or paying surcharges. Ready for Maps, WhatsApp, translating menus or sharing via hotspot.
You lean on top-tier local networks with 4G/5G coverage across the country's main cities. Choose the GB and days you need and pay only for that; keep your usual number for WhatsApp and calls, and share data via hotspot with your travel companions.
What's included
- 4G/5G mobile data in China, depending on local coverage
- Hotspot included to share internet with those travelling with you
- Your usual number stays active: WhatsApp, incoming calls and iMessage without interruptions
- Activation QR in your email in under 1 minute
- Top up your data without buying another eSIM
- Money-back guarantee if the eSIM doesn't work
Before you buy
- Data only: it doesn't include traditional calls or SMS (VoIP apps do work)
- Your phone must be eSIM-compatible and carrier-unlocked. Check your device here
- Install the profile before you leave: you have 180 days from purchase to do it
Specifications
- Speed: 4G/5G depending on local coverage
- Top-up: Yes
- Hotspot: Yes
- Calls / SMS: Not included (VoIP apps only)
- Pre-activation window: 180 days from purchase
Risk-free purchase
Did you change your plans? We've got you covered
If you don't end up traveling, you have a money-back guarantee. And if something doesn't work at your destination, our human support helps you 24/7 until you're connected. No fine print, no complications.
Your next destination
China
Land with the Internet already on. Share every moment of China without hunting for WiFi or overpaying.
The PuraSim difference
Travel connected, without the hassle
Connected or we help you
Coverage in 218 destinations on top-tier local networks, even outside big cities. And if something fails, human support 24/7 until you're online.
If you can take a photo, you can activate it
No paperwork or SIM cards. You get a QR, scan it and the eSIM installs itself. Your number and WhatsApp stay exactly the same.
Choose your plan
eSIM plans for China
Pick your data and days. Fixed price, no surprises, across China.
| Data | Duration | Price |
|---|---|---|
| China · 100 MB | 7 days | €0,51 |
| China · 500 MB | 7 days | €1,28 |
| China · 1 GB | 7 days | €2,99 |
| China · 3 GB | 30 days | €5,56 |
| China · 3 GB | 15 days | €5,56 |
| China · 5 GB | 30 days | €8,55 |
| China · 10 GB | 30 days | €15,40 |
| China · 20 GB | 30 days | €26,53 |
| China · 50 GB | 180 days | €74,37 |
| China · 50 GB | 30 days | €59,93 |
Before you buy
Is your phone compatible?
Almost every phone since 2018 supports eSIM. Check it in 10 seconds — we show you step by step. Swipe →
Dial *#06#
Open the phone dialer and enter *#06#, just like a call. No need to press call.
Look for the EID
If a 32-digit EID code appears, your phone supports eSIM. Good news!
Ready to travel!
Just add your China plan. Activate it with a QR and land with internet.
Prefer to check by brand and model? Pick it here:
Installation
Activate your eSIM in minutes
1Connect to WiFi
Install it before you travel. It uses no plan data.
2Settings → Cellular
Tap "Add eSIM" → "Use QR Code".
3Scan the QR
The one in your email. The eSIM installs itself.
4Activate on arrival
At your destination, turn on "Data Roaming" for PuraSim.
1Connect to WiFi
Install it before you travel.
2Settings → Connections → SIM
Tap "Add eSIM" or "Add mobile plan".
3Scan the QR
Confirm the profile download.
4Turn on data
Select PuraSim and enable roaming.
The difference
vs. the old way
Compared to roaming, an airport local SIM or hotel WiFi, the PuraSim eSIM for China is the simplest and cheapest way to get internet abroad.
Roaming
Unlimited daily data
No surprise bills
Online the moment you land
Data coverage across the country
Keep your number and WhatsApp
Human support on WhatsApp
4G/5G speed, no throttling
Daily plans: full-speed data up to the daily cap; after that, reduced speed (fair use).
With PuraSim
Everything that You don't lose
✕ Roaming in China: your carrier charges you every day
✓ Your eSIM: data for your whole trip from €0,51
Don't lose moneyFixed price before you leave, no surprises on your bill when you return.
Don't lose connectionHigh-speed internet as soon as you land, no need to search for WiFi.
Don't lose your numberYour SIM stays in: WhatsApp and your usual calls, active.
Don't lose timeNo queues or paperwork to buy a SIM at the airport.
Don't lose coverageConnect to top-tier local networks, not second-rate signals.
Don't lose your coolNo commitment, no small print, and a money-back guarantee.
Your next destination
Connect in 218 destinations
One store for all your trips. Pick your country and leave the plane already connected.
Performance
Works with all your apps
Fast, stable connection on top-tier local networks. Peak performance in the apps you use every day.
Real connection speed5G
WhatsApp
Instagram
TikTok
Maps
YouTube
Spotify
Netflix
GmailBooking
Uber
Airbnb
Book, get around and browse at your destination with data from minute one — no hotel wifi or local SIMs needed.
- Stream Netflix & YouTube with no buffering
- Post stories and video-call instantly
- Google Maps always ready so you never get lost
FAQ
Everything clear about your eSIM
To travel to China, the best eSIM gives you full-speed data on the best local networks, with no roaming and real support. The PuraSim eSIM activates with a QR in 1 minute, keeps your number and WhatsApp and covers all of China from the moment you land, with great value and no lock-in.
PuraSim eSIMs for China have plans by data and by days, so you only pay for what you need. No contracts, no lock-in: pick your plan, pay once and get data across China. See the available plans above. It is much cheaper than your carrier roaming.
Yes, by a lot. Traditional roaming can add €50-60 to your bill on a single trip in Europe. With a PuraSim eSIM you pay a fixed price for your China data, with no surprises or hidden charges, and you know exactly what you will spend before leaving home.
Yes, if your phone supports eSIM (almost all since 2018: iPhone XR/XS and later, Samsung Galaxy S20+, Google Pixel 3+ and many more). Dial *#06# on the dialer: if an EID code appears, your phone supports eSIM and you can use PuraSim in China without changing phone or number.
Yes. Your eSIM connects to the best local networks in China with 4G/5G coverage in major cities and most tourist areas. You get full-speed internet for maps, social media, videos and video calls throughout the trip, from landing until you return home.
Connect to WiFi, open Settings, then Cellular, Add eSIM and scan the QR you receive by email. It takes under a minute and you can set it up before leaving home. In China you just turn on the eSIM data roaming and you are connected instantly.
An eSIM is a digital SIM built into your phone, with no physical card. You buy your data plan for China, get a QR by email and, when you scan it, your phone connects to the best local networks in China as soon as you land. All digital, no waits or paperwork.
The days start counting from your first data use in China, not from purchase. So you can install the eSIM calmly before travelling and it only activates when you arrive and connect.
Yes. Your usual SIM or eSIM stays active for your calls, SMS and your regular WhatsApp. The PuraSim eSIM is added separately for data only, so you do not lose your number or your chats.
Yes, all our China plans include hotspot to share internet. You can connect your laptop, tablet or a travel companion phone to your hotspot at no extra cost.
You can buy another China plan from the site in seconds, with no eSIM change or waiting. We also alert you when you are low on data so you never lose connection mid-trip.
The plan is data only, designed to give you internet in China. You can still call and message at no extra cost via WhatsApp, FaceTime or Telegram using your eSIM data.
You have a money-back guarantee and 24/7 support. If something fails, our team helps until you are connected or refunds you. Write to us and we solve it right away.
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More about the China eSIM
eSIM for China: internet without roaming
Travelling to China with mobile data from minute one is much easier with an eSIM. No looking for a shop to buy a local SIM card or wrestling with forms in Chinese: you install the plan before leaving home and land in Beijing or Shanghai with the internet working. Our eSIMs rely on the country's big networks (China Mobile, China Unicom and China Telecom), which give solid coverage in the city and much of the tourist routes. What's more, many of our plans route the connection outside the country, so you can use Google, WhatsApp, Instagram or Gmail without depending on a VPN to bypass the local block.
Roaming in China: why an eSIM makes sense
China is not part of the European Union, so there's no "roam like at home" here. If you use your Spanish plan as is, roaming in China easily soars to 10-15 € a day, and over a week the bill gets out of hand. With a data eSIM you pay once for the gigs you're going to use and keep the cost under control from the start. It's the sensible way to save without being cut off.
How much does a China eSIM cost?
The price depends on the gigs and the days. For a short city trip, 1 GB every 2-3 days is fine if you mostly use maps, messaging and a bit of browsing. If you make video calls, upload photos or share your connection, count on between 1 and 2 GB a day. You can compare all the plans at all destinations and pick the one that fits your route.
eSIM or SIM card in China
A physical SIM card from a Chinese operator usually requires a passport, in-person registration and sometimes an official shop that's hard to find. The eSIM is 100% digital: you receive it by email, install it with a QR and keep your Spanish number active for bank SMS or calls. No plastic to lose or slot to open.
Does the eSIM work in Beijing, Shanghai and Guangzhou?
Yes. Coverage is reliable in the major hubs and usual destinations: Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou (Canton), Shenzhen, Xi'an, Chengdu and also Hong Kong. By relying on China Mobile, China Unicom and China Telecom, you'll have 4G/5G data in the centre, airports, train stations and the main tourist areas. Check that your phone is eSIM-compatible before buying.
How do you activate the China eSIM?
After purchase you receive a QR code by email. You scan it from your phone's settings, turn on the data and you're done. Ideally, install it before you fly and switch on the eSIM when you land, so you don't depend on the airport wifi. If it's your first time, follow our eSIM guide step by step and you'll have it up and running in a couple of minutes.
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