Author name: Liangliang Zhou

Fix a China travel eSIM with no signal, no mobile data, activation errors, incorrect roaming or APN settings on iPhone and Android.

Install and configure a China travel eSIM on Samsung Galaxy, Google Pixel and other Android phones using QR code, app or manual activation.

Most travelers need approximately 5–20GB of mobile data for a China trip. Use this guide to estimate your data needs by trip length and phone usage.

A China travel eSIM can provide mobile data, but access to Google, WhatsApp and other international apps depends on how the provider routes your traffic.

Learn how to buy a China eSIM before traveling, check compatibility, select the right data plan and avoid common purchase and activation mistakes.

Compare six China eSIM providers by price, data allowance, validity, hotspot support, network and activation rules to find the right plan for your trip.

Compare travel eSIMs and local Chinese SIM cards by setup, cost, phone number, internet access and trip length to decide which option fits your visit.

Check iPhone compatibility, install your China eSIM, configure mobile data and resolve common activation problems before arriving in mainland China.

If you’re planning a trip to China, you may have seen recent news that China has stopped third-party SIM card