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People's Republic of China eSIM
China Unicom 5G
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People's Republic of China
5 GB · 30 days
Total
€7.59
Buy eSIM data plans for People's Republic of China
A People's Republic of China eSIM is a prepaid mobile-data plan for your trip. Install it on a compatible, carrier-unlocked phone before departure, then select it as your data line within the plan's coverage area.
Landing at Beijing Capital International Airport, one of the world's busiest gateways? Reach arrivals already online instead of queuing for a SIM. Your China eSIM activates as you arrive at the gate, so you can map the train into the city, message home, and look up your hotel before you collect your bags. Coverage carries you from Beijing's hutongs to the skyline of Shanghai and the spice of Chengdu.
Refund policy
Review refund eligibility before installation or activation.
Activation window
Check the package details for the first-use deadline and validity rules.
Secure checkout
Cards, Apple Pay & Google Pay — encrypted by Paysera.
Customer support
Contact support before or during your trip if you need help.
How eSIM works in People's Republic of China
Choose a data plan for People's Republic of China, install the eSIM over reliable Wi-Fi before your trip, and follow the selected plan’s activation instructions. Your regular SIM can stay in your phone, while the eSIM gives you mobile data for travel apps, messaging, maps and browsing.
Install your eSIM
Scan the QR or auto-install in the app — no physical SIM.
Land & connect
Data activates on first connection at your destination.
What you can do with 5 GB
In total, a 5 GB data allowance covers roughly 1,700 shared photos, 83 hours of social media and browsing, 15 hours of video calls, 63 hours of music streaming, or about 1000 hours of maps and navigation. Messaging apps barely use data.
- ≈ 1000 hrsMaps & navigation
- UnlimitedMessages
- ≈ 1,700Photos shared
- ≈ 83 hrsSocial & browsing
- ≈ 15 hrsVideo calls
- ≈ 63 hrsMusic streaming
Important cities in People's Republic of China
Beijing · City guide
Beijing
Beijing spreads from the Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square out to the Great Wall beyond the suburbs, and live maps keep the distances manageable. A Beijing eSIM helps you navigate the vast subway, translate signs and menus, and book a car or tour out to the Wall. From the airport onward, you can stay connected in Beijing while you take in the layers of history across the capital.
Beijing eSIM — online before you land →Shanghai · City guide
Shanghai
Shanghai dazzles along the Bund, in the lanes of the French Concession, and up the towers of Pudong, and data keeps it all linked. A data plan for Shanghai helps you ride the metro across the river, navigate between the old town and the skyline, and book restaurants and shows on the move. Stay connected in Shanghai from the moment you land and let your phone handle this sprawling, fast-moving city.
Shanghai eSIM — online before you land →Guangzhou · City guide
Guangzhou
Guangzhou, the southern trade and food capital, rewards travellers who can navigate between the Canton Tower, the old quarter, and a long dim sum lunch. A Guangzhou eSIM helps you ride the metro across the Pearl River, look up the best teahouses, and keep up with business if you're here for the trade fairs. Stay online from arrival and let maps guide you through a city built on commerce and cuisine.
Guangzhou eSIM — online before you land →Shenzhen · City guide
Shenzhen
Shenzhen is China's tech powerhouse, a city of gleaming towers and sprawling electronics markets just across the border from Hong Kong. A data plan for Shenzhen helps you navigate the spotless metro, find the gadget markets at Huaqiangbei, and stay on top of meetings across the districts. Mobile data keeps you moving in a city that never seems to stop building.
Shenzhen eSIM — online before you land →Chengdu · City guide
Chengdu
Chengdu is the laid-back home of giant pandas, fiery hotpot, and teahouse afternoons. A Chengdu eSIM helps you map your way to the panda research base, navigate between the old streets of Jinli and Kuanzhai Alley, and look up the spiciest local kitchens. Stay connected in Chengdu and let maps lead you through a city that pairs big-city scale with an unhurried mood.
Chengdu eSIM — online before you land →Xi'an · City guide
Xi'an
Xi'an, once the start of the Silk Road, draws travellers to the Terracotta Army, the ancient city walls, and the bustling Muslim Quarter. A data plan for Xi'an helps you arrange transport to the warriors outside town, navigate the walled centre, and find the best street food after dark. Mobile data keeps you oriented as you move between millennia of history.
Xi'an eSIM — online before you land →Hangzhou · City guide
Hangzhou
Hangzhou is famed for the serene scenery of West Lake, its tea plantations, and willow-lined causeways. A Hangzhou eSIM helps you map walks and boat rides around the lake, find the Longjing tea villages in the hills, and navigate between the temples and gardens. Stay connected in Hangzhou and let your phone guide you through one of China's most picturesque cities.
Hangzhou eSIM — online before you land →Why Horizon
Why choose our eSIM for People's Republic of China
An eSIM gives you data on arrival, handy for maps and translation without arranging a local SIM.
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Easy to use
Install over reliable Wi-Fi before departure and follow the plan's activation instructions.
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Reuse an eligible eSIM
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Stay connected
We'll alert you as you approach your limit. If the plan supports a top-up, My eSIMs shows the eligible options.
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Frequently asked questions
Which eSIM is best for People's Republic of China?
Pick the data amount and validity that match your trip. A small plan covers a few days of maps and messaging; choose a larger plan for longer stays or heavy use. If the selected plan supports top-ups, your account shows the eligible options.
Can I keep using my number while using an eSIM in People's Republic of China?
Yes. Your physical SIM stays in your phone for calls and texts on your usual number, while the eSIM carries your data. Most recent phones support using both at once.
Can I use a hotspot with my eSIM in People's Republic of China?
Hotspot availability depends on the plan, destination network and your phone. Check the package details or ask support before relying on tethering.
When should I activate my eSIM for People's Republic of China?
Install over reliable Wi-Fi before you travel, then follow the plan's activation instructions in People's Republic of China. The package details explain when validity starts.
Do I need an eSIM-compatible phone?
Yes — your phone needs to support eSIM and be carrier-unlocked. Most phones from the last few years qualify; look for an 'Add eSIM' option in your settings.
Is this eSIM data-only?
Yes, these plans are data-only. Use internet-based apps like WhatsApp, Viber or FaceTime for calls and messages over the data connection.
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