Claim your free China eSIM.
1GB of data, recharge worldwide.
Get 1GB China data free with your invite code. Your eSIM stays valid for 30 days, works in mainland China without a VPN, and can be recharged for China and other supported countries.
- Gmail
- YouTube
Open internet over a roaming network — nothing to set up.
Unlock your free eSIM
Enter your invite code to receive a free China eSIM with 1GB data. The eSIM stays valid for 30 days and can be recharged when your data runs out.
Enter the code you received from a gochina partner or friend.
No code yet? Ask the person who shared gochina with you — invite codes come from our partners.
What you get for free
1GB China data
Start your trip with free mobile data for maps, messaging and essential apps.
Valid for 30 days
Keep the same eSIM for future China trips instead of buying and installing a new one.
Open internet in China
Use Google, Gmail, WhatsApp, Instagram, YouTube and Facebook without setting up a VPN.
Ready to recharge
When your free data runs out, top up the same eSIM and keep using it.
One eSIM. Recharge across multiple countries.
Your gochina eSIM is not just for one trip. Keep it installed, recharge it when your data runs low, and reuse it in China and other supported destinations.
No new QR code
Recharge the same eSIM instead of installing another one.
Works beyond China
Top up data for China and other supported countries.
Built for repeat travelers
Keep one travel eSIM ready for future trips.
Easy online recharge
When data runs low, recharge online in minutes and keep using the same eSIM.
Recharge for China and other supported destinations
Use your gochina eSIM in mainland China first, then recharge it for other supported countries and regions when you travel again.
Top up and reuse in 32 countries and regions
- China
- Australia
- Austria
- Cambodia
- Canada
- Denmark
- France
- Hong Kong
- Indonesia
- Ireland
- Israel
- Italy
Works in China without a VPN
gochina uses a roaming connection that reaches the open internet, so the apps travelers rely on — Google, Gmail, Google Maps, WhatsApp, Instagram, YouTube and Facebook — keep working in mainland China. Coverage spans mainland China plus Hong Kong and Macau.
How it works
Enter your invite code
Claim your free China eSIM — 1GB of data included.
Get your QR by email
Install the eSIM before you fly. No physical SIM card needed.
Use it when you arrive
Turn on the eSIM in China and use Google, WhatsApp, maps and messaging without a VPN.
Recharge when data runs out
Keep the same eSIM and top up for China or other supported destinations.
Find your plan
Tell us about your China trip — we'll match a plan.
Need more China data now?
If you need more than the free 1GB starter data, choose a China data package and add it to your eSIM.
China 3GB eSIM · 365 days
Best for maps, messaging and light browsing.
China 5GB eSIM · 365 days
Best for short trips and everyday travel apps.
China 10GB eSIM · 365 days
Best for 7–14 day trips with maps, social apps and browsing.
China 20GB eSIM · 365 days
Best for longer stays, hotspot use and heavier browsing.
Rechargeable Travel eSIM · 180 days (China + 31 countries)
Reusable travel eSIM — no data included. Install once, then recharge for China and 31 other destinations when needed.
Will it work on my phone?
eSIM works on most phones from 2018 onward. Check the list, or use the steps below to confirm in seconds.
How do I check my phone?+
Open Settings and search for "eSIM" or "Add eSIM". iPhone: Settings → Cellular → Add eSIM. Android: Settings → Network → SIMs → Add eSIM. Your phone also needs to be carrier-unlocked.
First time using an eSIM?+
After you buy, you get a QR code by email. Open it on another screen, then scan it in your phone's Add-eSIM screen. Use it for data and keep your home SIM for calls and your home number. Set it up on Wi-Fi before you fly — it activates when you arrive in China.
Why travelers pick our eSIM
| gochina eSIM | Pocket Wi-Fi / VPN | |
|---|---|---|
| Open internet | Google, WhatsApp & more work — no VPN | VPN needed, and apps may still get blocked |
| What you carry | Nothing — it's in your phone | A rental box + charger, or a flaky VPN |
| SIM swap | No swap — keep your home number | Swap a SIM or juggle a second device |
| Return | Nothing to return | Return the box on time or get charged |
| Setup | Scan a QR, activate on arrival | Pick up a device, or configure a VPN |
Travel China smarter
Practical guides to staying connected and getting around in China — from the people who power your eSIM.
Does WhatsApp Work in China? (2026 Guide)
WhatsApp is blocked on mainland China's networks — but you can keep using it without a VPN. Here's exactly what works in 2026.
How to Get Internet in China Without a VPN
VPNs are unreliable in China and easy to forget to set up. Here is the simpler way to stay online — Google, WhatsApp and all — with no VPN.
Best eSIM for China in 2026: What Actually Works
Not every China eSIM bypasses the Great Firewall. Here are the criteria that actually matter — and how to pick one that works without a VPN.
Good to know
Is the eSIM really free?+
Yes. With a valid invite code, you receive a free China eSIM with 1GB data included.
How long is the free eSIM valid?+
The eSIM is valid for 30 days, so you can keep it installed and reuse it for future trips.
What happens after I use the free 1GB?+
You can recharge the same eSIM with more data. You do not need to install a new QR code.
Can I recharge it outside China?+
Yes. The eSIM can be recharged for China and other supported countries and regions.
Does it work with Google and WhatsApp in China?+
Yes. It uses roaming data that reaches the open internet, so Google, WhatsApp, Instagram, YouTube and similar apps work without a VPN.
Do I need an unlocked phone?+
Yes. Your phone must support eSIM and be carrier-unlocked.
When does the plan activate?+
The eSIM is typically installed before travel and starts using data when it connects to the supported network.
Do WeChat and Alipay work?+
Yes — Chinese apps like WeChat and Alipay work over the data connection like any other app. Note that some payment features may require a local bank card or ID, which is a WeChat/Alipay rule, not a connectivity limit.
Can I get a refund?+
Yes — if an eSIM hasn't been installed or used, reach out to support. Once an eSIM is activated it can't be refunded. If your phone can't install it, contact us and we'll refund you.