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China & Hong Kong eSIM
Mobile data in China & Hong Kong. No roaming fees, instant activation, one-tap install on iPhone, Samsung and Android.
30-day money back
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- 01Internet on arrival
- 02No SIM swap — keep your number
- 03Set up in under a minute, before you fly
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- 3G/4G/5G network speeds
- Top-up anytime if needed
- Instant Activation · Hotspot Sharing
- 24/7 Support · No Contracts
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- 3 GB high speed per 24 hours
- Unlimited data (min. 384 Kbps after high-speed)
- 3G/4G/5G · Instant activation · Hotspot sharing
- 24/7 Support · No Contracts
All China & Hong Kong eSIM plans and prices
| Data | Valid | Price | Per GB |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 GB a day | Unlimited daily | $4.99 / day | — |
Which China & Hong Kong eSIM plan should I pick?
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Streaming and hotspot every day
Unlimited daily
from $4.99 / day
How it works
- Step01 Choose Plan Pick the data and validity that fit your trip.
- Step02 Receive Order Email Your eSIM arrives by email straight away.
- Step03 Install in one tap Tap install, then switch on data when you land.
Common Questions
How does an eSIM help with sightseeing in China & Hong Kong?
You roll your suitcase through Hong Kong International Airport and open Uber to arrange your ride into Kowloon, passing the SIM counter instead of joining its queue. On the way, you use Google Maps to find your hotel entrance and send your host a message on WhatsApp. Your room is not ready, so you leave your bag and head toward a nearby restaurant, translating the photographed menu before ordering noodles and paying by card.
You browse OpenRice for somewhere to eat later, then follow the waterfront toward the Star Ferry. Across the harbour, you book a ticket for the Peak Tram and pull up the entrance on your map. From Victoria Peak, you send a skyline photo to a friend on WeChat. Back at your hotel, you open foodpanda and choose dinner without having to head out again.
Where does the China & Hong Kong eSIM have coverage?
Your eSIM connects through local networks, with 3G/4G/5G service across China & Hong Kong. Coverage is strongest in major cities and main tourist areas, including Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou and Hong Kong’s Kowloon. Reception becomes patchier in China’s mountainous interior, on remote desert roads and around Hong Kong’s outlying islands.
| SimSwift eSIM | Local SIM | Roaming | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Setup | Install at home before flying | Find a shop or airport kiosk and queue after landing | Nothing to install; enable roaming |
| When you're connected | On landing, through a supported network | After purchase and setup | On landing if your home plan includes destination roaming |
| Paperwork / ID | No registration paperwork | Passport registration required | Use your existing account |
| Cost predictability | Pay once upfront | Choose local rates when buying on arrival | Depends on your home plan’s included or additional roaming |
| WhatsApp & your number | Keep using WhatsApp on your home number | New local number; WhatsApp stays on your home number | Your home number, on your home plan's roaming terms |
| Top-ups | Buy a new plan if you need more data | Buy another data bundle through the provider | Extra data depends on your home plan |
What digital travel preparations help in China & Hong Kong?
- Save hotel names and addresses in Chinese characters for mainland China; show the saved address when asking for directions.
- Download offline maps for Hong Kong and save mainland China routes as screenshots before heading out.
- Carry a universal adapter: mainland China commonly uses types A, C and I, while Hong Kong uses type G.
- Carry a physical payment card and cash alongside digital payment options, especially for smaller businesses in China & Hong Kong.
- Treat public Wi-Fi as a backup in mainland China; access can involve registration screens that complicate a quick connection.
- Protect your phone from heavy rain during Hong Kong’s wet season, and keep a charged power bank handy for navigation.
How much does a China & Hong Kong eSIM cost?
SimSwift China & Hong Kong unlimited daily plans start at $4.99 a day.
When does the China & Hong Kong eSIM activate?
It activates when you connect to a supported network in China & Hong Kong (usually upon arrival). No manual activation needed—just land, turn on your phone, and you're connected.
How does an eSIM work?
An eSIM is a digital SIM built into your phone that activates mobile data without a physical card. After purchase, you install the China & Hong Kong eSIM in one tap from your order email. Once you arrive in China & Hong Kong, your phone connects to local networks automatically—no SIM swaps or roaming fees.
How do I install China & Hong Kong eSIM on iPhone?
Open your order email on your iPhone and tap the install button: the eSIM installs in one tap, then follow the prompts. Once installed, select the eSIM as your data line. You'll need to enable Data Roaming on the eSIM line (not your primary SIM) to connect in China & Hong Kong.
How do I install China & Hong Kong eSIM on Android?
Open your order email on your Samsung, Pixel or other eSIM phone and tap the install button: the eSIM installs in one tap. Set the eSIM as your data line and enable Data Roaming on the eSIM profile to use mobile data in China & Hong Kong.
How do I activate my eSIM at China & Hong Kong airports?
At home, install in one tap using the order email button; keep the line off until landing at Beijing Capital International Airport or Hong Kong International Airport. Switch it on with data roaming enabled; it automatically connects to a supported network. Activate within 180 days of purchase.
Do I need to turn on Data Roaming for China & Hong Kong eSIM?
Yes, enable Data Roaming on the eSIM line (not your primary SIM). This allows the eSIM to connect to local networks in China & Hong Kong. You won't be charged roaming fees—it connects as a local plan with no extra charges from your home carrier.
Can I share my eSIM connection while exploring China & Hong Kong?
Yes, hotspot and tethering work on most plans. Share your connection with a companion’s tablet while browsing exhibition information during a visit to the Hong Kong Palace Museum.
Will WhatsApp work with a data-only eSIM?
Yes! WhatsApp and iMessage stay linked to your home number. The China & Hong Kong eSIM is data-only, so your existing messaging apps work perfectly—you keep all your chats and contacts.
Can I make calls with a data-only eSIM?
This eSIM doesn't include a phone number for regular calls/SMS. However, you can make calls using WhatsApp, FaceTime, Skype, or other internet-based apps over your data connection.
How long is China & Hong Kong eSIM valid after purchase?
You have 180 days from purchase to activate your China & Hong Kong eSIM. Once activated, the plan validity depends on the package you chose (shown on the product page).
Can I top up my China & Hong Kong eSIM?
Yes! All fixed data plans support instant top-ups. Purchase a top-up package using your original eSIM reference number—no new eSIM to install.
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