Please NoteData plans cannot be purchased in China upon arrival according to the local policy, please ensure you have sufficient data for your trip beforehand.

China
Travel eSIM

  • Regular Plans
  • Day Plans
Explore China with flexibility using our eSIM data plans. Whether you're visiting for a short stay or an extended trip, our plans keep you connected without the hassle
1 GB

7 DAYS

USD4
1 GB

7 DAYS

USD7
3 GB

30 DAYS

USD7
5 GB

30 DAYS

USD10
10 GB

30 DAYS

ON SALEUSD2212
20 GB

30 DAYS

ON SALEUSD3020
30 GB

30 DAYS

USD35
50 GB

45 DAYS

USD49
90 GB

90 DAYS

USD90

China Travel eSIM Plan Details

Please check the individual plan details for more information on the network, speed, service, add-on availability, and activation instructions.

About Nomad China Travel eSIM

Get a Nomad eSIM for China and stay connected as you explore. Enjoy high-speed data as you travel. This plan is prepaid and taxes are included, so you don't have to worry about unexpected roaming costs.

Coverage may not include overseas territories under the jurisdiction of the specified country (or countries). Please contact customer support to confirm before purchasing.

Experience 4G/5G speeds

Experience 4G/5G speeds

Experience 5G/4G/LTE connection with Nomad's travel eSIMs. Please check plan details for the specific network and speed supported by each plan. Network coverage and speed may vary by location and time of day.

Get add-on data

Get add-on data

If you need more data, or wish to extend the validity of your plan, simply purchase an add-on. When your first plan expires, the add-on plan will be automatically activated. You can stay connected seamlessly using the same eSIM.

Prepaid eSIM Plans

Prepaid eSIM Plans

Choose our prepaid eSIM plans and enjoy seamless connectivity across China without the hassle of post-travel billing surprises. Prepaid means you pay upfront, ensuring you control your data usage and costs effectively.

Nomad's prepaid eSIM for China is activated immediately upon connecting to the local network. Get connected the moment you arrive at the airport and avoid the hassle of physical SIM cards. Whether you are traveling to Beijing, Shanghai, or anywhere else in China, choose from various data packages to suit your needs. A few of our eSIMs require manual activation, please check your installation email to be sure.

How to Install and Activate / Start eSIM

You can buy and install the eSIM now, but activate or start it only when you need it. Just make sure to activate your plan within 60 days of the purchase date. After that, it will automatically activate and start the expiry.

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Install your eSIM

Scan the QR code that is provided to install your eSIM. You will need internet connection to install your eSIM. The eSIM is now added to your phone.

02

Start your eSIM

Your plan will start automatically once connected to the destination network (as detailed in Step 3).

03

Connect at destination

STEP 1.Go to Settings > Cellular and turn this line on.

STEP 2.Make sure "Data Roaming" is toggled on and you are selecting the Nomad eSIM for "Cellular Data".

STEP 3.The eSIM will automatically find and connect to the best local network for you.

China eSIM

1 GB 7 Days

Total

USD4

Nomad China eSIM FAQ

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What is eSIM?

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Is my device compatible?

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Do I need to remove my primary SIM card to use Nomad's eSIM?

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Does the eSIM come with a local number?

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More reasons to choose Nomad eSIM for China

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Great Network Coverage for China

Network for China: China Unicom / China Telecom / China Mobile

Nomad eSIMs often come with more than one local network to connect to. If you experience problems with one, simply switch to another!

For multi-country plans, the eSIM will connect automatically to a local carrier as you move from country to country.

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Trusted eSIM for popular tourist cities in China

Nomad's eSIM keeps you connected throughout your China adventure, offering reliable and high-speed internet access in popular must-visit destinations like Beijing, Shanghai, and Guangzhou . Our eSIM also connects you with cities, towns, and regions within China, so you'll have data no matter where you are.

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eSIM for iOS and Android

Our Nomad eSIMs are designed to work on both iOS and Android devices, offering you unparalleled flexibility.

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Hear from Nomad Users

4.8/5.0

Nomad eSIM iOS App Reivew Score

4.7/5.0

Nomad eSIM Google App Reivew Score

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Bought:

China 20 GB

Fantastic, worked a dream in China

Worked every city visited in China including Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou and others. I had a 5G connection most of the time and the ability to use WhatsApp and unrestricted use of the internet. Well worth every penny! For info, I didn’t stream any videos off the connection (movies etc) but I did use instagram, maps, internet, sent photos and videos. I used around 1GB per day.

Bonnie Li

Bought:

China 10 GB

Very good experience with Nomad

Very good experience with Nomad. Will use it again when I travel to China next time!

Yoo

Bought:

China 75 GB

It worked great in Shanghai

It worked great in Shanghai. No need of VPN to access Google and yahoo. Speed is decent.

Michiel

Bought:

China 3 GB

Worked great for me in China

Worked great for me in China. Will use it again next time.

Wee Teck Lee

Bought:

China 10 GB

Very good

Very good. China Whatsapp suppose cannot be used but this esim can activate. Love it.